This paper from NPC outlines what it means to have a truly diverse board of trustees and what it brings to an organisation. It explores how to manage and maintain a diverse board.
This is a comprehensive eight step guide to recruiting trustees from Getting on Board. Pages 17-18 address how organisations should move beyond the skills that are required to also discuss what diversity of experience, social and geographical background, and protected characteristics would enhance their boards.
Excellent guidance from Janet Thorne, Chief Executive at Reach Volunteering, about what helps, and also hinders, the recruitment of a strong, diverse Board.
Tips from the 2018 Charity Governance Awards judges and videos demonstrating how charities have actively embraced diversity.
Read about SignHealth, the 2019 winner of the Board Diversity and Inclusivity category.
A report by ACEVO and the Institute of Fundraising urges charities to prioritise increasing diversity in their workforces in order to prevent groupthink, generate more income, operate more creatively and attract the best talent.
This research from Inclusive Boards highlights that whilst the gender gap at board level is narrow compared to other sectors, there is still an imbalance at the top compared to the overall make-up of the workforce.
This research briefing from NPC presents its findings on:
NCVO guidance on increasing diversity amongst trustees.
Geetha Rabindrakumar shares her reflections and tips on the importance of diversity on the board and how to get it right, and on encouraging people with diversity of background and experience to give trusteeship a go .
You can also read Getha’s blog on trustee diversity.
Video and copy courtesy of Reach Volunteering
