I'm a Board Chair looking for help

The role of a not-for-profit board chair is dynamic and critical, encompassing leadership, strategic direction, and effective governance. As the guiding force behind board operations, a chair needs the right tools, insights, and support to drive impactful decisions and maintain a productive board environment.

This page brings together essential resources specifically tailored for board chairs in the community sector, including training programs, help sheets, tools, and checklists.

Whether you're looking to improve meeting management, deepen your understanding of governance responsibilities, or foster positive board-staff relationships, these resources offer the guidance and expertise needed to lead with confidence and integrity.

Advanced Leadership for Community Chairs

Our top course course for Chairs, taking place across 5 sessions

Adv Leadership Comm Chairs
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$720.00 inc GST

Advanced Leadership for Chairs

  • 5 online sessions (10hr total)
  • For chairs looking to take the next step
  • 3 intakes per year

$4,500 inc GST

Diploma of Governance

  • Scholarships available
  • Our flagship training program
  • Designed specifically for the board members of Australian not-for-profit boards

$440.00 inc GST

Community Sector Chairs

  • Perfect for new and aspiring Chairs
  • 3 online sessions (6hr total)
  • Receive Certificate in Chairs Leadership

$72.00 inc GST

Leadership for Chairs

  • Self-paced course
  • Perfect for new Chairs
  • Learn about your key roles and responsibilities as the Chair of a not-for-profit board

Top help-sheets for Chairs

Top Tools for the Chair

Damn Good Advice for Chairs

Twenty-five questions and answers for not-for-profit chairs.

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