Tags: Policy Development
September 4, 2023
Resource Type: Risk eNews
5 Easy Pieces: How to Remake Risk Rules
I recall hearing the phrase “5 Easy Pieces” while watching a television show about how to dress without looking like you were trying to impress. The concept of having simple wardrobe items that work anytime, anywhere, was deceptively appealing. While...
Topics: General
March 21, 2021
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Do This, Not That: 5 Essential Risk Policy Drafting Tips
This week I’ve been busy helping consulting clients and Affiliate Members make sense of (and hopefully improve!) an array of longstanding risk-themed policies, from employee handbooks to vendor contracts and risk-scoring frameworks. In between writing and re-writing, I was able...
Topics: General
October 17, 2020
Resource Type: Articles
Framework to Implement a Cybersecurity Plan
Once organizations understand what cybersecurity is and recognize that it is a threat to their operations, the next step is to assess what cyber risks the organization has. By conducting risk assessments and implementing appropriate protections, organizations can decrease the...
May 7, 2019
Resource Type: Articles
High or Dry: Weed and the Workplace
Is your nonprofit workplace a “drug-free” zone? Although nonprofit leaders are in agreement that impaired staff pose an unacceptable risk to the safety of people who serve and receive services, the legalization of medical and recreational marijuana creates a host...
Topics: Facility, Program and Transportation Safety, HR Risk and Employment Practices
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Risk eNews
Guidelines for Establishing Rental/Lease Policy
Establishing policies for the rental, lease and use of your facilities will make it clear to all parties what is expected. A policy will be set by the board and followed by the staff. An established policy will help the...
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Webinars
Conflicts of Interest: Uncover, Understand and Act
There are just two types of nonprofits: the type that chooses to manage conflicts of interest and the type that chooses to ignore them. Attend this webinar to gain a nuanced and practical view about conflicts of interest in a...
Topics: Governance
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Webinars
Codes of Conduct: Cover Your Assets
Nonprofit organizations use codes of conduct for a variety of purposes. This webinar explores the use of a code of conduct as a risk management tool. During the program, you’ll learn important do’s and don’ts for codes of conduct that...
Topics: HR Risk and Employment Practices
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Webinars
BYOD: Managing the Risk of Personal Devices at Work
Many nonprofit employees are asking to use personal devices for business purposes, including devices containing apps, music collections, photos and more. This webinar will explore the risks and rewards of the “BYOD” movement — Bring Your Own Device. Tune in...
December 2, 2016
Resource Type: Webinars
1st Quarter Open Door Session
1st Quarter Webinar Topics Codes of Conduct Social Media and the Law Risk Oversight Questions about these… or other risk topics? HANDOUT 1st Quarter Open Door Session https://player.vimeo.com/video/431628760
Topics: Data Privacy, Tech Risk, Cybersecurity, HR Risk and Employment Practices
May 7, 2008
Resource Type: Webinars
Developing and Managing Conflict of Interest Policies
The best way to manage conflicts of interest is before they land your nonprofit on the front page of the local newspaper. A well constructed, clearly written conflict of interest policy, familiar to board and staff, can protect the organization...
Topics: Governance