What is Governance?

"Governance is the systems and processes concerned with ensuring the overall direction, supervision and accountability of an organisation"

Chris Cornforth

The Governance of Voluntary and Community Organisations An Overview, 2003

(Co-operatives UK)

Governance is a term that is used widely, but often not understood. Governance is frequently defined as the systems by which organisations are run. This includes the laws and regulations with which they must comply.

We help organisations to take a broader view of governance that goes beyond compliance with the law and includes strategic development and leadership.

At Governance Works we believe that when a board has good governance practices in place it impacts on the performance of the entire organisation.

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Governance Works

Governance Works provides support to the boards of not-for-profit organisations to ensure they have the necessary understanding of governance and the skills to fulfil their roles and responsibilities.

We provide:

• Training for boards, as well as trainers and advisers

• Expertise and guidance for boards and staff

• Resources to assist boards, as well as trainers and advisors