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Supporting Scotland's vibrant voluntary sector

Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations is the membership organisation for Scotland's charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises. Charity registered in Scotland SC003558. Registered office Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG.

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Guide to good governance: board and staff relationships

https://scvo.scot/events-training/calendar/a1vP100000J4zl7IAB/guide-to-good-governance-board-and-staff-relationships

HR Service

for the first time team dynamics, conflict management and grievances https://youtu.be/tp4C0lolGHs About,I’m passionate about making HR more progressive and accessible for all.Outside of work I love musical,I’m also a volunteer young person’s mentor and trustee board member.,I would love to talk to you about your people and explore how we can support your organisation through,I’m passionate about offering quality HR advice and building good relationships.

https://scvo.scot/services/hr

Board of Trustees elections 2025

Joining the SCVO Board of Trustees At SCVO we're passionate about what the voluntary sector can achieve,members to the Board of Trustees.,We ask trustees to be available for: Quarterly meetings of the Board of Trustees The board’s annual away,Find out more about SCVO's work and our current board Read about SCVO's work and learn about our current,board members About SCVO Our strategic plan Our impact report Meet our current Board of Trustees Learn

https://scvo.scot/about/people/board-of-trustees/elections

Decision making and governance

These could be decisions about how the charity runs, who your trustees will be, changes to your charitable,Also think about whether any applications can be vetoed by the board. Can employees be members?,, or anyone thinking about becoming a trustee, should read the OSCR guidance for trustees for more detailed,meetings and how to develop your board.,You may like to think about a scheme of delegation, which outlines where the trustees have delegated

https://scvo.scot/support/setting-up/decision-making

Conflicts of interest

It’s entirely natural for conflicts of interest to occur on charity and voluntary organisations’ boards,People that become trustees tend to be committed, energetic, and socially aware individuals, who, more,So don’t panic if you or someone on your board is faced with a conflict of interest.,It’s not about trying to prevent it – it’s how you manage it that matters.,This will: help your trustees act in the organisation’s best interests at all times. help your board

https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/governance/risks-and-problems/conflicts-of-interest

Trustee Essentials

, we think it's important to provide practical help and information which caters specifically to board,With that in mind, we've created this page to provide support and guidance for members of boards and,Governance Checkup guides you through the principles of the Code, asking you a series of questions about,If you have a place to fill on your board and want to recruit new trustees, there are a number of options,and how to diversify your board.

https://scvo.scot/support/trustee-essentials

21st Century governance: trustees' week conference

We heard about the trends and challenges faced by charities and voluntary organisations that both the,Director of Development David McNeill used Shifting Sands, SCVO’s guide to planning to help think about,She has regular strategic discussions with trustees about the role investments can play in building financial,and online engagement.John has spent much of the past 18 months talking to voluntary sector groups about,Get in touch Got questions, feedback or just want to get in touch about the conference?

https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/governance/21st-century-governance-trustees-week-conference

Trustee induction

A good induction is vital for new trustees.,They should: know about the organisation and its aims, and understand the challenges it faces and the,Trustees need to play a full part in discussions and decision making.,Think about having an existing trustee mentor a new one, and make sure you continue to develop your board,Good governance needs well informed and active trustees.

https://scvo.scot/support/running-your-organisation/governance/induction