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Ensure trustees understand their roles and responsibilities under the Charity Governance Code

Who the course is for
New and potential trustees will learn about their roles and responsibilities. It is also a useful refresher for existing trustees to ensure understanding of current legislation.

What previous delegates have said:
"Excellent training - really comprehensive and pitched at just the right level for my needs."
"Excellent course, essential info for new trustees without going into information overload."

Course date: 29/01/2020
Start time:10.00, 09.45 registration
End time: 14.00
Venue: Nigel Copping Community Building, Sanville Gardens, Stanstead Abbots, SG12 8GA

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Course content:

This 4 hour course covers:
  • Types of voluntary organisations and the implications for trustees

  • The 2017 Charity Governance Code – the 7 principles

  • Key legal requirements

  • Resources available for reading/reference



Learning outcomes:

This course will help you to:
  • Be aware of the different types of voluntary organisations

  • Consider how to apply the Charity Governance Code in your organisation

  • Know about the key legal requirements

  • Understand different trustee roles

  • Be aware of where to access further information



About the trainer:

Sue Pearlman has over 30 years’ experience in the voluntary sector. She has been a volunteer, a staff member and a CEO before starting her own consultancy where she specialises in governance and senior management issues. She has been, and continues to be a trustee of several different charities.

Cost:

£25 – CVS Members
£35 – VCS
£70 – Private/Statutory

How to book:

Please, CLICK HERE to book your place.

Contact:

abbie@cvsbeh.org.uk
0300 123 1034

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