Nonprofit Boards and Governance

Описание: Boards of directors are the backbone of nonprofit governance, shaping the strategic direction and ensuring the organization fulfills its mission ethically and effectively. In this lesson, we explore the vital role of boards in nonprofit organizations, diving into their responsibilities, structures, and how they interact with staff and stakeholders.

From legal duties to leadership roles and decision-making processes, this video unpacks everything nonprofit leaders need to know to build strong, engaged boards that drive success. Here's what we'll cover:

00:00 Intro to nonprofit governance
00:52 What is nonprofit governance, and what role does a nonprofit board of directors play?
05:03 What are the core legal responsibilities of nonprofit boards?
09:08 What distinguishes governing boards from advisory boards in nonprofit organizations?
12:59 What are the different types of nonprofit advisory boards/advisory committees?
19:40 How are nonprofit board leadership positions structured, and how do they interact with staff?
30:23 How do nonprofit boards make decisions, and what processes like Robert’s Rules of Order are typically used?
33:25 What tools and methods do nonprofit leaders use to evaluate board performance?

This video is part of the Leadership for Social Impact course (lesson 7 of 15) and is accompanied by this textbook: https://urlgeni.us/amazon/textbook

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