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Human ResourcesDeveloping Your Committee
We recognise the importance of professional development in the workplace to keep staff up to date with industry requirements, enthused about the work they do, and inspired to do new and exciting things. But often we overlook the importance of doing this with members...
The importance of Diversity
We’ve probably all heard the old saying: “Two heads are better than one”. But two heads, from diverse backgrounds, are even better still! When we come together with people who are very similar to us, we tend to think in similar ways, have similar life experiences to...
Succession Planning
The year is already marching on and before we know it the end of the financial year will be upon us and many of us will be looking towards the Annual General Meeting (AGM) for our community group. So to be properly prepared for electing your Board or Committee of...
Grievances and Disputes
For any group which is incorporated under the Victorian Associations Incorporation Reform Act 2012, it is a legal requirement to include Grievance Procedures in the Rules of Association to deal with any disputes amongst members, or between a member and the...
Bullying and Harassment
Bullying and harassment are characterised by persistent and repeated negative behaviour directed at someone, and which creates a risk to their health and safety. Unfortunately, bullying and harassment do occur in our community groups sometimes. In addition to the...
Could a Patron help your organisation?
A Patron is someone who provides some sort of benefit to your organisation through their association with your group. They are usually someone who has a high profile in some way, and through their position can help raise the profile of your organisation as well....
Does your group have a Code of Conduct?
I often say to community groups: ‘If you have no other policy documents in place...at least have a Code of Conduct!’, as this one simple document can be very helpful in preventing and dealing with any problem behaviour of members within your group. A Code of Conduct...
Do you review?
Reviewing is a critical part of good governance that is frequently overlooked. Organisations spend lots of time and money creating fabulous Plans – Strategic Plans, Action Plans, Project Plans – the list goes on. But all too often they have filed away, never to see...
Is Volunteering Dead?
As I speak to community groups across the state, I find a very common issue, with which many of them struggle, is getting people to volunteer for roles on their Committees of Management. Often it is the same people who have held the same committee positions for many...
Quality Assurance and Improvement
Providing good quality service, support, or other outcomes to our various stakeholders should be at the heart of any organisation’s priorities. Quality Assurance is all about making sure your organisation meets the most basic of minimum standards acceptable in what...
Running Great Meetings!
There’s nothing worse than sitting through a poorly-run meeting – it’s a sure fire way to put people off joining your committee. But a well-run, energetic meeting can be inspiring and be motivating to those attending. Firstly, make sure you have a written agenda, so...
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