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    The Three Dimensions of Effective Management

    The Management Center's short definition of good management for social sector organisations. It holds that effective management blends three dimensions: equitable, creating conditions where every person can thrive and belong; sustainable, investing in people, relationships and systems for the long run; and results-driven, with clear roles and goals that build shared accountability. Free to read online or download as a PDF or Google Doc.

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    Guide de gouvernance pour les organismes à but non lucratif du milieu du sport et du loisir au Québec

    A French-language governance guide for nonprofits in sport and recreation in Québec, many of them run by volunteers. Part 1 covers roles and responsibilities and the legal setting. Part 2 covers board structure and composition, board duties, how the board works and transparency. Nine annexes provide tools, including a board self-evaluation questionnaire, a board work plan, a skills grid, an executive director evaluation grid and a management dashboard.

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