Agony Uncle: What the point of signatures on membership applications?
Dear Agony Uncle, Our association’s membership application form currently requires the applicant’s…
Dear Agony Uncle, Our association’s membership application form currently requires the applicant’s…
Whatever sector your organisation is part of, there is a lot you can do to reduce your impact on…
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Many small charities can struggle in their legal understanding, particularly in regards to…
When it comes to developing an ethical organisation, it's up to the board to set the tone – not…
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When it comes time for boards to review organisational policy, it can be a contentious issue.…
There are two kinds of not-for-profit organisations: unincorporated associations, which are just a…
Along with the rules and bylaws that govern their operations, not-for-profit organisations should…
Posted on 11 Dec 2019
There's never been a better time for all not-for-profits to review their whistleblower policies and…
Posted on 12 Feb 2020
An updated free whistleblower policy released by ICDA for use by not-for-profits has been a popular…
Posted on 22 Oct 2021
It’s no surprise that the Institute of Community Directors’ Policy Bank is one of its most visited…
Posted on 12 Apr 2023
In kids’ sport, we often tell our smaller competitors that a short-term loss can be a long-term win…
Posted on 10 Feb 2019
Pregnant women have the right to nap at work when they need to, under a new pregnancy and parenting…
Posted on 08 Oct 2020
The latest addition to our Policy Bank is a fully revised privacy policy template.
Ensuring that all fundraising activities are carried out in an ethical manner is very important.…
Work flexibility ensures that employees are able to balance work and family commitments while…
Finances and financial transactions, including credit cards, cheques, and petty cash, if properly…
First aid is an important aspect of Occupational Health and Safety. The purpose of this document…
If you've come looking for this policy we're sorry to say that it's in need of a service, and…
Governance in the community sector is concerned with the systems and processes that ensure the…
The experience of loss and grief must be appropriately managed. The organisation’s response to loss…
The health and safety of your employees is a priority. If accidents do occur, they should be…