Community Governance Training
15th April 2026
6:00 pm
Location:
IRD Duhallow, James O'Keeffe Institute, Co. Cork
Co. Cork
Places remaining: 4
Cost: FREE
This training will take place on Wednesday April 15th, Wednesday April 22nd, Wednesday April 29th and Wednesday May 13th (4 evenings) from 6.00-8.30pm in the James O’Keeffe Institute, Newmarket. It is open to all community group members in Duhallow but places are limited. The modules are:
Module 1: Establishment of a Group (Setting up a community group, Deciding on the Legal structure, Writing your Constitution, Recruiting Volunteers)
Module 2: Running of the Group (Committee roles, Running a Meeting, Agendas/Minutes)
Module 3: Making Decisions (Conflict of Interest, Code of Conduct, Communications with members of group)
Module 4: Legal Duties (Regulatory Responsibilities, Charity/Tax & Bank Accounts, Succession Planning)
The training will encourage:
• Better decision-making
Training helps committee members and trustees understand their roles, responsibilities, and how to make informed, fair decisions. This reduces confusion and conflict within the group.
• Legal and regulatory compliance
Community groups often have legal obligations (e.g., around finances, safeguarding, data protection). Governance training ensures members know what’s required so the group avoids risks, penalties, or reputational damage.
• More effective leadership
Training develops leadership skills, helping people chair meetings well, manage teams, and plan strategically instead of just reacting to day-to-day issues.
• Improved funding opportunities
Funders are more likely to support groups that demonstrate strong governance. Training helps groups meet funding criteria and show they can manage money responsibly.
• Sustainability and long-term planning
Governance training encourages forward thinking—succession planning, risk management, and setting long-term goals—so the group can survive beyond its current members.
• Increased confidence and participation
Volunteers often feel more confident and engaged when they understand how things work, which can improve retention and attract new members.
• Risk management
It helps groups identify and manage risks (financial, legal, reputational), reducing the chance of crises.
To ensure a fair geographical spread and due to the limited number of places available on the course, your place will not be confirmed until you receive a confirmation call from someone in the office.
The Deadline for registration is Friday the 3rd of April 2026
If interested please register below or contact Ciaran at 029-60633