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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Governance features and articles
DSC Governance App helps its 6,000th trustee!
More and more trustees are reviewing their governance!
Trustees - are you thinking strategically?
Find out how trustees can add strategic value to their Board in this new article by Alan Lawrie, author of...
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...
How not to be a prat on a Board
Ruth draws from her experience on charity Boards, offering advice on how to not to be a prat.
Is charity governance getting better?
Ben Wittenberg offers tips for improving your Boards performance.
Board paperwork: How to move from clutter to clarity
Debra waves the flag for dependable and intentional board paperwork.
What Makes a Great Trustee? 5 Traits You Should Be Developing
Ben Wittenberg, Director of Development and Delivery at DSC, gives you some great tips on traits you should be developing...
What every trustee should know about investing for charities
James Brooke Turner, author of Investing for Charities, offers his top tips on investing for charity trustees.
Governance training
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Demystify generative AI and explore how charities can use it ethically and effectively.
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Turn AI curiosity into action with real tools, tasks, and next steps for your organisation.
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In this free, short and informal session, our Training Consultants will provide all the pointers you need to help you...
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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,...
Speed Read: Board Paperwork
Nobody wants heaps of board paperwork – either having to generate it or being obliged...
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...
