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Financial management and governance - resource centre, Institute of Community Directors Australia (ICDA)
ICDA supports community sector governance with training, accredited courses, tech tools, free resources, and financial guides for not-for-profits and social enterprises.
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ICDA is a social enterprise dedicated to supporting governance and leadership in the community sector. Their resources include:
- Practical governance training for board directors and staff in not-for-profits, social enterprises, and community organisations
- Accredited courses on topics like leadership, people management, conflict resolution, fundraising, and financial management
- Various learning formats including workshops, self-paced learning, and micro-credentials
- Data gathering and advocacy efforts to support the not-for-profit sector
- Extensive free content on governance essentials, including a policy bank
- Tech tools for fundraising, grants, and funding applications
Here, their online Community Finance Centre offers a range of help sheets, checklists, policies, and advice guides specifically focused on financial management and governance for community organisations.
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