These days, the term 'engagement' is commonly used in just about every conversation regarding employees in the workforce. While it’s become an accepted part of our organisational vernacular, it’s especially important in the context of board members and administrators…
Every charity or nonprofit has a civic footprint, which is an organisation’s impact on its community. Board members should understand their organisation's civic footprint so they can encourage more civic engagement through their mission and work. Civic engagement is…
We are thrilled to announce that nominations are now open for the Diligent Modern Governance 100 Awards. The MG100 Awards, as they're commonly known, is a prestigious recognition program celebrating the exceptional contributions of governance, risk, audit and compliance…
From financial instability to poor board leadership, the warning signs of a nonprofit in distress are critical to recognise early on. A recent Forbes Nonprofit Council article highlighted 20 such warning signs, emphasising the importance of proactive leadership and…
In the world of mission-driven organisations (MDOs), defining and measuring success goes beyond financial metrics. With diverse stakeholder groups and growing expectations around environmental, social and governance (ESG), equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI), cybersecurity and other intangible goals, MDOs…
Get ready for Elevate 2024! We are thrilled to announce the eagerly anticipated agenda for this year’s event taking place in Houston, TX, September 8-11, featuring engaging sessions tailored specifically for volunteer boards. As the premier gathering for industry…
Diligent Elevate 2024 — formerly Modern Governance Summit, the biggest, most exciting governance, risk and compliance (GRC) event of the year, is set in the vibrant city of Houston, Texas, from September 8-11. This conference is a cornerstone for…
Nurturing board engagement takes conscious, dedicated effort for every board president and administrator. An engaged board, with members that clearly understand their roles and what is expected of them, will guide a mission-driven organisation to success. We asked experts…
As a volunteer board member, you are in a unique position to do good in the world, both for the organisation you lead and the ultimate mission served by your organisation. As stewards, board members can significantly affect the…
When it comes to a volunteer board, communication comprises more than simply board meetings. Onboarding and offboarding new members, sharing relevant information, sending out board materials and managing relationships are all huge efforts, and as a board administrator, this…
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