Building an effective board and CEO relationship
The relationship between the board and CEO is central to effective governance. When it works well,…
Leadership and ethics
Leadership in the not-for-profit sector goes beyond strategic decisions and operational oversight - it’s about modelling values, inspiring trust, and creating cultures that thrive on integrity and inclusion. Ethical leadership is not a bonus; it’s a baseline.
This resource hub is designed to support current and aspiring community leaders, board directors, and managers in building the capabilities and confidence they need to lead with purpose and accountability. It brings together practical guides, thought-provoking articles, and proven tools that tackle both the “how” and the “why” of effective leadership.
Explore this page to:
- Understand different leadership styles and traits that drive success in purpose-led organisations
- Learn how to lead cultural change, manage organisational growth, and guide teams through uncertainty
- Access resources that strengthen your board’s ethical foundations and help prevent governance risks
- Find out about mentoring opportunities to support your leadership journey.
Whether you're leading a grassroots group or steering a national charity, these resources will help you grow your impact - ethically, confidently, and with care.
Help sheets
Experiment tracker
In not-for-profit governance, bold ideas often rise and fall on enthusiasm alone. A charismatic…
How to reduce the heat in your meetings
All boards and teams occasionally find themselves in hot water. A discussion that starts out being…
De-escalation language prompts
The way we present our concerns and ideas in meetings and written communication can inflame…
How to keep disagreement productive: a guide for chairs, leaders and other facilitators
When good people disagree, it can bring out the best or the worst in a group. In healthy…
A values-based deliberation process
When conflict flares in boardrooms or community life, it is often because people mix up their…
Policies
Affirmative Action Policy
Affirmative Action means taking positive steps, by means of systematic management programs, to…
Board Confidentiality Policy
Board confidentiality is important. It encourages open and frank discussion in meetings, helps…
Code of Ethics
The ethical climate of an organisation is an essential element in establishing its credibility and…