Good governance is essential to the success of voluntary organisations. Third Sector Support Wales supports organisations to put in place best practice governance, safeguarding and management practices, enabling them to operate legally and effectively.

In this section you will find resources explaining principles of good governance, support on recruiting and managing staff, safeguarding guidance and policy templates to help you run your organisation.

Whether you are a trustee of a registered charity, a Chief Executive, the member of a governing body, director of a social enterprise, or a committee member for a local voluntary group, these resources are here to help you.

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TSSW Governance Health Check
Good Governance

TSSW Governance Health Check

A self-assessment tool for charitable organisations.

TSSW Governance Health Check
Health and Safety Policy
Good Governance

Health and Safety Policy

This is a template document, please amend and use as appropriate, we suggest that you set up with your own logo and branding.

Health and Safety Policy
DBS checks and conviction history - good practice
Good Governance

DBS checks and conviction history – good practice

12.5 million people in the UK have a criminal record (convictions) which equates to around 25% of the working age population. Having a criminal record does not mean necessarily that a person is unsuitable to be employed or to volunteer for a particular role.

DBS checks and conviction history – good practice

Resources by pillar

Supporting hand

Volunteering

Building better communities through volunteering

Volunteering
Hand to support growing plant

Sustainable Funding

Creating a thriving and sustainable third sector

Sustainable Funding
Group of people engaging through joining hands

Engagement and Influencing

Influencing decision makers to effect change

Engagement and Influencing
One of the winners from the Welsh Charity Awards 2024 receiving an award on stage

The Welsh Charity Awards are back

Are you ready to shout about your favourite voluntary organisation or volunteer? Take part in this year’s awards and nominate today!
Find out more about nominating here.