Boards and Advisory Councils
Boards and advisory councils or committees serve as impartial, objective groups separate from the sponsor and/or project director of a program. An effective board or council demonstrates knowledge, attitudes, and leadership abilities consistent with proper governance of programs that engage volunteers and members. Following are some of our most relevant resources on this topic.
- A Guideline for Revitalizing Your Advisory Council
- Advisory Council Self-Assessment
- Project Director Self-Assessment on Working with Advisory Council
Effective Practices
- Understanding the roles and responsibilities of advisory councils
- Nurturing positive relationships with an advisory council
- Utilizing ten steps to help an advisory council achieve change
Online Library Items
- Ten Dimensions that Shape Your Board
- Board with Care: Perspectives on Nonprofit Governance
- Advisory Councils That Work
- Unleash the True Power of Your Advisory Council
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