The Australian Institute of Company Directors is undertaking their 2017 NFP Governance and Performance Study and they are seeking input from the sector. Their annual studies provide a chance to identify …
To survive and thrive in the increasingly competitive and resource restricted non-profit sector, many organisations are giving serious consideration to mergers, acquisitions and partnerships. ANSON’s specialist non-profit knowledge and expertise …
Thanks to everyone who helped us celebrate our 21st birthday at our recent sundowner. We had a great time and, judging from all the positive feedback we received, so did …
A new initiative to help Not for Profit organisations and Profit for Purpose businesses explore potential impact investing activities and opportunities and attract potential investors is being offered by Impact …
In the last few years a number of people in community service organisations have said things are changing so fast, what’s the point of having a strategic plan? We don’t …
Succession planning is becoming increasingly important for the following reasons: Organisations are not developing and nurturing key talent within their organisation, which leads to poor retention The sudden departure of …
Strategic thinking defines the longstanding purpose of the organisation and prepares the organisation for future uncertainty. It is a key governance responsibility for Boards to think strategically and to set …
‘Reducing red tape’ has been a hot topic between not-for-profits and government agencies over the last couple of years. The Western Australian Government has been driving a ‘free market‘ approach …
Longitudinal Surveys of Australian Youth (LSAY) has released a research report today, 5 October 2011, looking at measurement of social capital in young people. This may be relevant to anyone working …
Measurement is such a vital part of understanding if you are doing a good job that everyone should be doing it. There are however obstacles and limitations facing measurement in complex …