The Administrative Role in Governance for Indigenous Organizations
Knowledge you can keep. Guidance you can use.
A working reference for the people who prepare Board meetings, maintain records and help decisions move forward.
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Developed from 15+ years of hands-on experience supporting Boards, committees and governance administration.
Designed specifically for the people doing the administrative work behind Indigenous governance.
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- Format
- Printed paperback
- Pages
- 89
- Category
- Handbooks & Guides
About this resource
Good records help knowledge carry forward. Use this handbook alongside your organization’s own policies and the distinct protocols and governing authority of the First Nations, Inuit or Métis community you serve.
What this handbook is
Keep practical guidance close as you prepare meetings, record decisions and follow through on Board direction. Written from experience within Indigenous organizations, this printed handbook brings the governance cycle together in one working reference.
Who it is for
- Governance administrators
- Executive assistants
- Governance coordinators
- Board secretaries
- Administrative professionals supporting Indigenous Boards and leadership
- Teams supporting Chiefs and Councils, committees, and executive leadership
What it covers
- Board meeting preparation
- Board packages and agendas
- Minutes
- Motions and resolutions
- Governance records
- Committee administration
- Policy workflows
- Governance cycles
- Administrative role clarity
- Onboarding and succession
Practical, immediately usable guidance for the everyday work of Indigenous governance administration — the preparation, the records, and the professional practices that protect the Board and strengthen the organization.
Testimonials
“The book is absolutely EXEMPLARY for someone coming into an Indigenous organization - A.C. has such great knowledge of pros and cons. This is indeed for the betterment of all people in this role wanting to know more.”
“The handbook is well organized and professional - so easy to navigate! It really stands out for its focus on governance, going beyond topics such as honorarium protocols.”
“Such an excellent resource for navigating my way in administrative governance. Thank you for sharing your perspectives. Such a valuable resource!”
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