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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This half day seminar is aimed at existing or potential Trustees or anyone who has a governance role as well as senior managers within charities.
Financial Governance for Trustees - Online course on Tuesday 26 November
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...
The Governance App: Findings and Trends 2024 - Press release
A report launched by Directory of Social Change today, finds that Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is by far the biggest...
Are Boards changing with the times?
It's been 4 years since we published It's a Battle on the Board. So, has anything changed in that time?
How to be the perfect Trustee
What does being a good trustee involve?
Six traps for trustees to avoid when investing for charities
James Brooke Turner, author of Investing for Charities, offers his top tips on investing for charity trustees.
Trustees’ Policy Checklist
Do you have a set of robust and up-to-date policies and procedures?
Governance training
Zoom
A collection of 6 half day courses covering governance, marketing, strategy, income diversification and leadership.
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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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This one-day course is suitable as a refresher or can be used as an introduction to delegates seeking to implement...
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Learn how to run successful Annual General Meetings (AGMs) in a digital setting in this one hour short course.
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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...
