Governance by Design: How NPO Leaders Can Build Engaged, Accountable and High-Value Boards

Do you feel your board is supportive but not as engaged as it could be? Are board meetings spent more on compliance than on strategy and decision-making? Do your board members understand what is expected from them — or do responsibilities often remain unclear? And are you looking for practical ways to turn your board into an active, value-adding partner for your organisation’s growth?

If these questions resonate, this session is designed for you.

Non-profit boards are often committed, yet underutilised — not because of lack of intent, but because effective governance requires clarity, structure, and leadership. 

This session will equip NPO leaders with practical tools to activate their boards, set the right expectations, and build strategic alignment that goes beyond statutory roles.

Key Takeaways

• A clear understanding of what NPO boards should focus on — and what they should step away from.

• Practical methods to make board meetings more strategic, efficient, and action-oriented.

• Real examples of how NPO leaders have transformed passive boards into proactive, value-adding teams.
  

Who Should Attend

Executive Directors, CEOs, senior leadership teams, and founders of non-profit organisations who want to improve board engagement, strengthen accountability, and build a more aligned and strategic governance structure.

Before the session

To make the most of this session, you may want to check these short resources:

• Strategy Planning for Nonprofits

• Strengthen Your Impact: Essential Governance for Nonprofits