Purpose-driven governance

Board Role & Responsibility – Boards (trustees/directors) lead an organization in executing its mission effectively, approving and stewarding the mission while ensuring management translates it into actionable programs.
Governance vs. Management – Governance is legislative: setting strategy, policy, and oversight; management is executive: delivering programs and day-to-day operations.
Board Authority – The governing board is the highest authority, making ultimate decisions collectively while speaking with one unified voice after deliberation.
Advisory vs. Governing Boards – Advisory boards offer non-binding guidance on specific issues (e.g., fundraising), while governing boards hold legal and ethical decision-making authority.
Clarity & Structure – Organisations must clearly define the board type and responsibilities, especially if transitioning from advisory to governing boards, to avoid governance confusion.