Transform your Board: Governance Bytes Workshop Series 2026

Transform Your Board: Join Our Not-for-Profit Governance Bytes Workshop Series in 2026

Are you ready to unlock the potential of your not-for-profit board? Join LEAD's Governance Bytes Workshop Series, where you'll gain essential skills, tools, and insights to strengthen your organisation's leadership and governance.

Whether you're an experienced board member or just stepping into the role, this workshop series is designed to take your governance skills to the next level. Choose individual ‘Bytes’ or sign up for the entire series to supercharge your impact.

Gain tools and processes to build your board’s governance effectiveness and explore ways to address current issues facing boards such as sustainability, diversity, and monitoring and evaluation 

Why You Can’t Miss This Training:

• Think Strategically: Equip yourself with actionable strategies and tools to streamline meetings, events, and decision-making.

• Confidence and clarity: Understand what effective governance looks like and learn how to implement it. Build Clearer Connections: Strengthen relationships between your board, staff, and volunteers for smoother collaboration.

• Legal know-how: Stay up to date on your legal responsibilities—both personal and collective.

• Strategic skills: Master the art of strategic thinking to drive impactful decisions.

• Practical tips: Access tools and techniques to streamline meetings, events, and processes.

• Valuable connections: Network with other board members across Aotearoa and share challenges and solutions that work.

How It Works:

Join live, interactive virtual sessions led by LEAD’s not-for-profit governance experts. These sessions are designed for real-world application, giving you the opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, and develop solutions tailored to your organisation.

What Makes Our Workshops Special:

• Interactive & Live: Learn from LEAD’s expert facilitators and collaborate with peers in real time.

• Actionable Knowledge: Experienced not-for-profit leaders facilitating conversations about the real world, not what the e

• Certification: Complete at least six sessions to receive an official certificate acknowledging your commitment to effective governance.

Flexible and Affordable:

• Join a single session for just $79 + GST or register for the full series & receive a 20% discount

• Scholarships available—contact us if finances are a barrier.

• Can’t attend? Substitute another member of your organisation—just let us know!

***Please note that all registered attendees to our LEAD hosted workshops will be automatically added to our database for upcoming newsletter and workshops communication. You can opt out at any time by unsubscribing on our newsletter or emailing info@lead.org.nz***

2026 Workshops:

Governance for a Changing World: Climate and Sustainability Leadership 

Date: April 1, 2026; 6.15 to 7.45 on Zoom 

No fee session 

Climate change and sustainability are reshaping communities and reshaping the not-for-profit landscape. Dive into the social, economic, cultural, and environmental dimensions of sustainability and discover the role of a board in sustainability governance, and how your board can lead the way. With practical tools and processes for building resilience, this workshop connects the dots between climate action and thriving communities. Join us to build a sustainable future for your organisation and those you serve. 

The Governance Toolkit: Foundations for Effective Boards 

Date: May 6, 2026; 6.15 to 7.45 on Zoom 

Is your board set up for success? This foundational workshop will explore what good governance looks like in action, how boards truly add value, and how to clarify roles and responsibilities for board members and for staff. Packed with practical advice, this session will also help you foster deeper engagement from your board members-beyond just filling seats. Equip your team with 

the tools to thrive. 

Toeing the Line: Knowing your Legal Obligations 

Date: June 3, 2026; 6.15 to 7.45 on Zoom 

Every board has legal duties it must get right. This workshop unpacks the essential compliance requirements for individuals and boards, clarifies legal structures, and provides practical ways to identify and manage conflicts of interest. Build the confidence to navigate your legal landscape with clarity and stay on the right side of your obligations while supporting your organisation to operate with integrity. 

Strengthening Board Performance: Tools for Growth and Accountability 

Date: July 1 2026; 6.15 to 7.45 on Zoom 

Take your board's performance to the next level. Explore the latest updates from the Charities Commission, learn to design tailored tools for accountability, and discover how to build a board that thrives on learning. Don't miss this opportunity to future- proof your board's impact. 

Diversity Matters: Building Boards that Make the Most of All We Have to Offer 

Date: August 5, 2026; 6.15 to 7.45 on Zoom 

No fee session 

This session unpacks the role of diversity, equity, and inclusion in governance, ensuring your organisation reflects the communities it serves. This workshop delves into governance practices that embrace multiple worldviews, create inclusive spaces and build meaningful community engagement. Learn how boards can become effective allies to marginalised groups while setting the tone for equity and belonging in your organisation. Join us to create a culture of inclusion that drives real change. 

Navigating Board Dynamics: Building Stronger Relationships and Decisions 

Date: September 2, 2026; 6.15 to 7.45 on Zoom 

Healthy board dynamics are the key to making better decisions. Explore how to cultivate civility, respect, and regard-non- negotiables for any successful board. Learn to recognise and manage challenging personalities and behaviours while building strong relationships. We'll also tackle the tough topic of gracefully exiting problematic board members. Elevate your board culture with tools that empower collaboration and respect. 

Foundation of a Successful Partnership: the Board and Manager Relationship 

Date: October 7, 2026; 6.15 to 7.45 on Zoom 

A strong board-manager partnership is at the heart of effective governance. This workshop explores what makes that relationship thrive. Learn practical tools for navigating boundaries, building confidence in each other's responsibilities, and creating a high-performing leadership team. Strengthen the partnership that drives your organisation forward 

From Vision to Action: Real-World Strategies for Boards 

Date: Nov 4 2026; 6.15 to 7.45 on Zoom  *(postponed from March 4)

Are you ready to steer your organisation confidently through change, and to create change in your community? This workshop is your guide to strategic success, exploring the difference between strategy and planning while developing the tools for strategic thinking. Learn how to focus on what truly matters and craft powerful strategic questions to enable your board to lead with purpose. Make strategy work for you-register now to transform your approach to governance.

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T&C's:

• Refunds are available on all our LEAD workshops up until 7 days prior to the start date of the event. A $50 admin fee may apply if short notice.

• All workshops attendees agree to appear in video and photography for LEAD promotional material, unless you let us know otherwise.