Key Findings:
- Confidence boost: Over 95% feel more confident navigating regulations.
- Real-world impact: 94% applied NICVA’s tools to strengthen governance.
- Trust matters: 86% believe governance investment builds beneficiary confidence.
- Document reviews: Nearly half of respondents received help with governing documents, leading to clearer constitutions, stronger boards, and better-defined charitable objects.
Our recent survey revealed exceptional feedback of the key role that NICVA’s governance support provides to the sector.
Voices from the sector
"NICVA’s guidance was invaluable in helping us transition to a registered charity."
"The training clarified roles and responsibilities for our trustees."
“NICVA's support over the past year has been highly impactful in helping us strengthen our governance arrangements. Their guidance, particularly in advising on the incorporation process, has been invaluable. They provided expert advice on legal structures, compliance requirements, and best practices for transitioning to an incorporated entity, ensuring that we approached the process with confidence and clarity.”
Expert support matters
Our Governance Team brings over 30 years of combined experience in charity law and best practice. Organisations say:
- "Donna’s guidance was invaluable."
- "Denise is so knowledgeable and clear."
- "The knowledge and expertise of NICVA staff is invaluable, and their dedication to the sector is evident."
- "Always responsive and clear in communication."
Strong governance means better decisions, clearer accountability, and greater trust from funders and communities.
Need Governance support
If you are interested in attending governance training, check out the various topics on our Training Calendar or if you would prefer bespoke governance training with your board at a time that suits all of you then contact Denise or Donna on [email protected].
You can also view our Governance and Charity Advice hub on our website for the latest news and resources or get in touch if you have a governance query to put to our team.
