Governance (BME Organisations in Oxfordshire)

Training details

This practical workshop introduces the key principles of good governance for community and voluntary organisations. It will explore the difference between governance and management, clarify trustee and leadership responsibilities, and highlight essential policies, financial oversight, and risk awareness. The session is designed to support organisations to strengthen their structures, meet funder expectations, and plan for sustainability.

Who should attend?

Leaders / Representatives of BME Organisations in Oxfordshire. 

What will I learn?

The aims of this workshop are to strengthen participants’ understanding of governance and equip them with the knowledge and tools needed to build effective, accountable, and sustainable organisations.

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Understand the difference between governance and management
• Clarify trustee roles and leadership responsibilities
• Identify key policies required for effective governance
• Recognise and manage financial and governance risks
• Understand what funders expect from well-governed organisations
• Develop a simple action plan to strengthen governance within their organisation

​​​​​​​Trainer

This workshop will be delivered by Voice4Change England, a membership organisation and national advocate for BME Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSE). 

Cost:

This workshop is free of charge. 

Time:
9.30 am – 1 pm. There will be a short break halfway through the session. 

Course venue:
The Source (next door to OCVA office),
Floyd’s Row,
Oxford OX1 1SS

Details of getting into Oxford by bus, cycle, car or train can be found here. Please note there is no parking at the venue.

Click on 'Book Now' at the bottom of this page to book your place. If the event is fully booked, please register to add your name to the waiting list. 

Please note, if you are booking on behalf of another/others, you must have their names and email addresses ready. If they do not have an email address, please contact us by emailing training@ocva.org.uk.