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Community Governance Aotearoa goal is to support 100 not-for-profits with all board governance capability guidance and expertise.

Throughout Aotearoa New Zealand our not-for-profits are facing huge challenges with a shortage of resources, time, and reduction in access to funding. This puts pressure on our community organisations while the demand for services keeps growing.

Our boards need good governance capability  that is tailored to their needs – by community, for community! 

The Good Governance Board Service package is an extension of our national action plan initiative “The Mentoring Service” and is part of a suite of governance programmes Community Governance Aotearoa offers.

We are asking our funding community (Philanthropic Trusts, Councils, Sponsors) to provide funding to community organisations to access quality expertise and capability services through the Good Governance Board Service. Over six months and at a cost of $10,000 per board (equates to approximately $1,500 per board member) the service includes tailored support with an expert governance leader and access to a range of resources based on the Good Governance Code . The Code, is grounded in te ao Māori to create stronger and more effective governance practice.

Check out our news story and FAQs for Supporters and FAQs for Boards for more information.

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6 months of tailored support

All boards will be matched with an expert governance leader who will take an active role in supporting all board governance advice over a six-month period.

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Board Evaluation Service and Te Ao Māori Board Evaluation Service

The Good Governance Code is grounded within principles of te ao Māori and draws on global and local governance research and experience. An all board evaluation service helps to monitor and evaluate board progress.

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Full access to every resource

Boards can expect access to expert governance advice and support from the Community Governance team.

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Connect with other boards

All boards join the Community Governance whānau - connect with not-for-profits throughout Aotearoa and build strong community connections.

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Supported locally

We are asking local councils, community trusts, philanthropic trusts and government agencies and ministries to support our not-for-profits through this initiative.

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Helping 100 not-for-profits

Community Governance Aotearoa's goal is to reach 100 not-for-profits with the Board Service.

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Boards this service has supported

pips
moana va
qtopia
unbreakable foundation
whangarei rape crisis
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pips

PIPS - Pregnancy, Infancy, Parenting, Support

Christchurch based PIPS - Pregnancy Infancy Parenting Support provides free, non-judgmental, whānau-centred practical and emotional support during pregnancy and early parenting. Their services include maternity and baby clothing, nursery equipment, safe sleep options, support service information and referrals, education and training courses, social groups, breastfeeding support, and car seat support.
pips.co.nz
moana va

Moana Vā - Navigators of Pacific Pride

Moana Vā - Navigators of Pacific Pride, was established to identify and address the needs of Pacific Rainbow+ LGBTQIA+ MVPFAFF+ (mahu, vakasalewa, palopa, fa’afafine, akava’ine, fakaleiti (leiti), fakafifine) communities in the Canterbury Region. They aim to provide support, advocacy, and mentorship for our Pacific Rainbow+ communities and acknowledge the challenges of living in a region that is systemically conservative, enabling unconscious racial bias and stereotypes of our members and their families. Through their social platforms, Moana Vā also offers a safe space for those connecting online from around the globe.
www.moanava.org
qtopia

Qtopia

Qtopia is an advocacy, social change, and social support service for the whole LGBTQIA+ rainbow community, based in Ōtautahi Christchurch, and working throughout Te Waipounamu the South Island. They specialise in social change and systems change. Qtopia work with complex contexts, reaching single-sex schools, faith-based communities, and communities affected by geographic isolation – supporting anyone trying to make a difference for our community.
qtopia.org.nz
unbreakable foundation

Unbreakable Foundation

Christchurch based Unbreakable Foundation believe that through the power of physical activity, they will support their kiritaki to be more confident, connected and in control of their hauora. They run community based programs for rainbow and takatāpui communities, rangatahi who are excluded from mainstream schooling, and physical activity and health programs for rangatahi in youth residences.
unbreakablefoundation.co.nz
whangarei rape crisis

Whāngarei Rape Crisis

Whāngarei Rape Crisis are a 24 hour, 7 days a week, emergency response service for those who have experienced rape or sexual violence. Their free services are focused on devising wrap around support plans for survivors, to meet their immediate needs and ongoing support to achieve goals for healing and recovery.
www.healthpoint.co.nz
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Howick Pakuranga Netball Centre

Howick Pakuranga Netball Centre's mission is to be the place where a passion for netball and community come together. They house 14 of Auckland's netball clubs, run high-performance programmes, coaching development, as well as providing a venue for competition. In 2024 they expect to host over 3500 netball players from across Auckland.
www.hpnc.org.nz
Meet our Governance Advisors
advisors jane
Jane Cartwright
advisors carolyn
Carolyn Smith
advisors chris
Chris Mene
barry ogilvie expanded
Barry Ogilvie
advisors huiarau
Huiarau Stewart
advisors georgie
Georgie Hackett
Jane Cartwright
Jane is an experienced director and senior executive with deep insights into health, community, and education systems. She excels in leading and managing complex, regulated environments, leveraging her expertise in designing and implementing collaborative models. Jane's expertise spans governance, community engagement, and collaborative model development. Jane's governance focus areas are education and training, wellbeing, health and social services.
Carolyn Smith
Carolyn is committed to elevating the impact of community and environmental organisations through effective strategy and collaboration. She helps not-for-profit boards and teams create practical, achievable strategic plans with clear direction and measurable progress. Carolyn excels in facilitating equitable, cross-sector partnerships and offers mentorship to enhance governance capability. Her expertise spans strategy, facilitation, governance, co-designed programme development, and community engagement. Carolyn's governance focus areas are arts and culture, education and training, environment, ethnic communities, and health and social services.
Chris Mene
Chris is a professional facilitator, engagement practitioner, and trainer with extensive experience across diverse sectors. He has held both elected and appointed governance roles and is dedicated to leading and supporting positive change. Chris specialises in building capability, designing and implementing change processes, and enhancing engagement, leadership, and learning. His expertise encompasses health and wellbeing, community and stakeholder engagement, coaching, and mentoring. Chris' governance focus areas include education and training, ethnic communities, health and social services, Pasifika governance, sports and wellbeing.
Barry Ogilvie
Barry is a highly-skilled business and thought leader with extensive experience in people leadership and strategic management within large public and private sector organisations. He has a deep understanding of government operations, gained through roles in Crown Agencies, Ministries, and Departments. Barry excels in complex, growth-focused environments and is widely acknowledged for his expertise in tertiary education, often advising on strategies to enhance outcomes. His areas of expertise include business and economic development, innovation and commercialisation, and performance measurement frameworks. Barry's governance focus areas are education and training, environment, health and social services.
Huiarau Stewart
Huiarau is a Whenua and Māori development specialist with over 10 years in the Māori economy. She excels in building thriving organisations and is passionate about helping individuals and communities achieve their aspirations. Her governance experience includes fostering growth within Māori organisations, with a focus on cultural and community empowerment, and social services. Huiarau's governance focus areas are health and social services (this include Marae, Land Trusts and incorporations, post settlement entities), and wellbeing.
Georgie Hackett
Georgie is a strategic professional with extensive experience in both corporate and not-for-profit sectors. She has worked in media, health, at-risk youth, urban regeneration, and property, excelling in senior stakeholder engagement and communications. Georgie leverages storytelling to address social issues and develop strategies that enhance community involvement and advocacy, benefiting a wide range of sectors including social services and iwi Māori. Georgie's governance focus areas are education and training, health and social services, and wellbeing.
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