Executive Briefing (Melbourne): Constitutional Review

Executive Briefing (Melbourne): Constitutional Review

Further Information:

AuSAE Executive Briefing events provide an exclusive environment for motivated association executives to gain insights and advice from other industry professional’s. Executive Briefing events enables members to raise and discuss critical issues affecting industry and network with other professionals from the not-for-profit sector.

The Topic:  Constitutional Review

This briefing will provide a summary of things to look for when reviewing your organisations constitution. A constitution must work for the organisation in the good times and the bad times. Our guest speaker will present case studies which explain why an important part of any constitution review is making sure a constitution is useful if the organisation is ever in a difficult situation. This briefing will cover:

Objects:

• Are your objects consistent with current activities, website and future direction?
  
• Are your activities within the ambit of your objects clause?
  
• Did you know your organisations tax status depends on your objects clause?
  

Membership structure:

• Does your membership structure work for your organisation?
  
• Are there historical reasons why certain classes of membership exist which are not needed?

Board structure:

• Is the structure of the current board the best structure for the organisation?
  
• Is there scope for co-opted directors?

At Mills Oakley, we have a genuine understanding of the not-for-profit sector and the increasingly complex legislative issues surrounding the industry. We provide
education, advice and specialist legal counsel to some of Australia’s leading not-for-profit organisations including charities, religious organisations, community groups and professional associations. We expertly guide clients through the specific legal challenges facing their Industry with simple, easy-to-understand language (not legal jargon) and a no-nonsense
approach. We are one of only a few specialised legal firms in Australia with the experience and know-how to handle complicated bequest matters and our expertise in the not-for-profit field means we have first-hand knowledge of current issues affecting the sector and upcoming industry changes that may impact a client’s organisation.

AFurther Information:

These events are usually small and intimate and topics are chosen by the host and places are limited to enable open discussion. Events generally include a short presentation by the host followed by group discussion.

Attendance:

20 Attendees maximum, and as places are limited you must register online to attend.