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Board governance refers to the system and practices by which a governing board operates and exercises its authority to oversee an organization's activities and ensure its accountability. It involves a set of principles, policies, and processes that guide the board's decision-making, strategic planning, and overall stewardship of the organization. Here's an overview of board governance: 

This board training course is ideal for: 

• Founders & Executive Directors
• Current Board Members
• Volunteers and Community Leaders
• Aspiring Board Members
• Professionals Seeking Board Positions

This board training course is designed to cater to a diverse audience, providing valuable insights and knowledge on board governance, regardless of prior experience or sector. It  offers a platform to learn from experienced facilitators, engage in interactive discussions, and gain practical skills to be effective contributors to boards and governance processes.

 What you'll learn:

• Roles and responsibilities of board members
• Governance principles and best practices
• Legal and regulatory obligations for boards
• Understanding the organization's mission, vision, and strategic goals
• Board's fiduciary duties and financial oversight
• Effective decision-making processes within a board
• Board dynamics and effective boardroom behavior
• Risk management and compliance
• Board's role in strategic planning and monitoring
• Building effective board-staff relationships
• Stakeholder engagement and communication strategies
• Ethical considerations and conflict of interest management
• Board performance evaluation and continuous improvement
• Nonprofit financial management and budgeting
• Fundraising and resource development strategies
• Board diversity, equity, and inclusion considerations
• Board governance in the digital age and technological advancements
• Crisis management and emergency response planning
• Board succession planning and leadership development