Governance
Given the important work of trustees (now more than ever) it is vital that if you are, or are thinking of becoming, a trustee you know how to get it right. You'll need to know the key legal responsibilities as well as best guidance for good practice – and we just happen to provide both of those things.
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The course covers the importance of lawful processing, the principles of data protection and the eight rights of data subjects. This is delivered using case studies and up to date stories from the news.
The Future of Data Protection in the UK - Online course on Thursday 8 August
Governance features and articles
The Governance App: improve your governance, together
The Governance App from Directory of Social Change (DSC) is a new, free and easy way for your Board of...
No one wins when we treat political parties like football teams
All political parties, and their leaders, do both great stuff and awful stuff. We must assess their actions away from...
The sector should be deeply worried by the Government’s actions in forcing the closure of a charity
The government has decided to withdraw funding from the Inter-Faith Network (IFN). Here's what our CEO, Debra Allcock Tyler, has...
CEOs - It’s not your charity – don’t forget that
Debra Allcock Tyler reminds CEOs of their duties.
How to create a positive and engaged trustee board
William Butler, DSC Trustee, talks through how to create an engaged and inspired Board of Trustees.
Trustees’ Policy Checklist
Do you have a set of robust and up-to-date policies and procedures?
Governance training
Zoom
Have you recently become a Company Secretary within a charity? Then this course is for you.
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What are alternative sources of income, are they safe and what are the practical considerations of income diversification?
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A new online course for anyone in the charity sector who is AI curious and would like to start using...
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Now that we have left the EU it is time to review your Data Protection policies and ensure compliance with...
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Trustees play such an important role in charities – so it’s vital that they’re equipped to do their job well.
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Governance books
It’s a Battle on the Board
Best sellerWouldn't charity governance be so much easier if it wasn't for all of your fellow...
Key Guides: The Charity Trustee’s Handbook
Best sellerThis guide is ideal for anyone thinking of becoming a charity trustee, or who is...
From Here to Diversity: A practical guide to recruiting Black and Asian charity trustees
Your charity's board of trustees could be missing out on a considerable pool of talent,...
How to become a charity trustee: A practical guide
Want to boost your career, skills and happiness? Becoming a charity trustee could do all...
Key Guides: The Charity Treasurer’s Handbook
Steering a charity's finances can be one of the most challenging roles you'll face in...
