How to Strengthen Engagement on Nonprofit Boards

Governance expert Aggie Taylor from NCVO will share practical ways to boost board engagement in a time of growing pressure on charities. From improving culture and collaboration to making hybrid meetings more inclusive, you’ll gain tools you can use right away—plus insights into frameworks like the Charity Governance Code and NCVO’s Governance Wheel.

Session agenda

• What's holding boards back?
  A look at the pressures facing charity boards—from funding gaps to disengaged trustees—and what’s getting in the way of effective leadership.

• Creating a culture of contribution
  Explore what it takes to keep trustees committed, curious, and connected to the work.

• The power of partnership
  Discover how strong, trust-based relationships between trustees and staff can unlock better decisions and deeper impact.

• Governance that works in the real world
  Useful frameworks like the Charity Governance Code, NCVO’s Governance Wheel, and ways to run more inclusive and effective hybrid meetings.