Common characteristics of a dysfunctional board
There are some common issues among boards that are falling apart at the seems. Fortunately, there…
There are some common issues among boards that are falling apart at the seems. Fortunately, there…
When it comes to developing an ethical organisation, it's up to the board to set the tone – not…
As a prospective or sitting board member, you need to think carefully about your own role in…
Not just anyone can act as a mentor. The defining feature of a mentoring relationship is the…
Posted on 13 Feb 2020
Confucianism and Taoism are among the world’s great religious and philosophical traditions, and…
Posted on 13 Feb 2020
Hundreds of not-for-profit leaders will be given the chance to win a part-scholarship to complete…
Posted on 12 Feb 2020
As part of the Institute of Community Directors’ commitment to encouraging good governance, this…
Posted on 10 Feb 2020
Not-for-profits are yet to truly embrace the power they wield, former World Vision chief Tim…
Posted on 28 Jan 2020
A detailed study of arts governance published as a joint venture between the Australia Council for…
Posted on 11 Dec 2019
A landmark study of Australian not-for-profit governance has created the clearest picture yet of an…
Posted on 15 Jul 2018
Are leaders born, made, or something in between? It's a tricky question, and one that's been…
Posted on 15 Jul 2018
Each year, Our Community hosts the Communities in Control conference for 1000 representatives of…
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Posted on 15 Jul 2018
Most not-for-profit leaders aim to set - and expect the people in their organisations to practise -…
Posted on 15 Jul 2018
For all of the talk about the importance of leadership, relatively few resources are applied to its…
Posted on 15 Jul 2018
Alexander conquered the known world in his twenties. Caesar conquered Gaul. Frederick the Great won…
Posted on 15 Jul 2018
The concept of diversity applies to many factors besides gender, but gender diversity should be the…
Affirmative Action means taking positive steps, by means of systematic management programs, to…
Board confidentiality is important. It encourages open and frank discussion in meetings, helps…
An effective Board is a harmonious Board, but often, disputes or grievances may arise. This policy…
The ethical climate of an organisation is an essential element in establishing its credibility and…
This Environmental Sustainability Policy aims to integrate a philosophy of sustainable development…
Ensuring that all fundraising activities are carried out in an ethical manner is very important.…