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.
In this section:
Trustees play such an important role in charities – so it’s vital that they’re equipped to do their job well.
Duties of a Trustee - Online course on Tuesday 18 June
Governance features and articles
Corporate chairs – a blessing or a curse?
Chairs who join the charity sector from corporate backgrounds can struggle with the transition. It’s our job to make the...
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 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...
Paying trustees to provide stuff to your charity – Just because you can, you probably shouldn’t!
Debra Allcock Tyler's partner has a strict "never!" rule about friends and family doing work for them. Debra suggests that...
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
Learn how to run successful Annual General Meetings (AGMs) in a digital setting in this one hour short course.
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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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A new online course for anyone in the charity sector who is AI curious and would like to start using...
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Come and hang out with other trustees and share how you’re feeling, get tips on how to govern best in...
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We will look at building an online presence, the different social platforms available, and online tools available at a cost...
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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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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...
