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The voice of Scotland’s vibrant voluntary sector

Published by Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

TFN is published by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, Mansfield Traquair Centre, 15 Mansfield Place, Edinburgh, EH3 6BB. The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation. Registration number SC003558.

Guide to good governance: defining strategy culture and values

SCVO

During this interactive course you will explore what is required when defining strategy, culture and values within your organisation, and by the end of the session you will:       

  • understand the purpose of strategy and what a charity strategic plan should include
  • understand the board’s role in developing and monitoring strategy, and shaping organisational culture and values
Course overview

An organisation should regularly review its governance in order to identify areas for improvement and make necessary adjustments. This practical course will address common governance challenges, which will benefit participating trustees and staff working within the Scottish voluntary sector.

This three-part online series with freelance consultant Philippa Bonella will give learners practical tools and top tips to help improve their charity’s governance, as well provide a space to reflect and hear from peers.

This half-day course is designed to be studied as a stand-alone session or in conjunction with the other two courses in this three-part series - book all 3 courses, get 10% off the 3rd! 

Overall course aim

The aim of this half-day course is to address the board’s role in defining your charity’s strategy, culture and values, consider your organisation’s strengths and weaknesses, and offer tools and tips. It is designed to provide a safe space to hear from other learners about the governance challenges they face, and gather ideas through examples and peer led conversations.

Who is the course aimed at?

This course is aimed at trustees and senior staff.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements.

Date
10:00-13:15, 23 January 2025
Contact
Helen Swatton
Attendance type
Online only
Venue
SCVO Zoom meeting
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