Being An Effective Trustee - Free Course

Trustee development workshop - 2 hours, 5pm to 7pm on Wed 3^rd February 2021.

This Online Course is Free of Charge.

Learning objectives:

By participating in the workshop, trustees will

Enhance their understanding of their trustee roles and responsibilities.
Explore the governance and leadership role of the Board and the part they play as individual trustees.
Increase their awareness of how to take effective decisions on behalf of their organisation and beneficiaries.

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Trustee development workshop - 2 hours, 5pm to 7pm on Wed 3rd February 2021.

Learning objectives:

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