The ILSS Board Governance Program

Program Dates

Dates: 11 July – 13 September 2025
Format: Online Program

Deadline

Scholarship Deadline – 7 June 2025
Application Deadline – 14 June 2025

The ILSS Board Governance Program

Strong Boards make Strong Organisations!

The ILSS Board Governance Program is designed to help you create, strengthen and leverage a strong and vibrant board that aligns with your organisation’s vision. Over 9 weeks of online engagement and through synchronous and asynchronous learning, the program empowers SPO leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to establish and strengthen effective boards.

Program Objectives

Explore what it takes to nurture and leverage a board from the sector leaders

Gain insights from sector leaders and experts on effective board governance and management

Identify the strategic enablers that can help the organisation’s growth story

Prioritise the persona/archetype of advisers required to help the organisation succeed

Get guidance and one-on-one mentoring from experts and seasoned advisers

Program Components

30+ hours of live online sessions with subject matter experts and sector practitioners

Dedicated one-on-one mentoring with experts and practitioners

Comfortable, well-paced sessions designed to balance learning with organisational priorities

Practical tools and templates for immediate application, including an Organisational Diagnostic, Board Charter, and Board Member JD

Speed networking opportunities to connect with prospective advisers during the program

Blended learning format combining synchronous and asynchronous modules

Program Outcomes

The ILSS Board Governance Program is focused on equipping our SPOs with skills and tools that can be leveraged to set-up and/or brace an effective board. These outcomes primarily focus on your organisation's -

Explore Ways to Leverage the Board for Impact

Understand how to align board roles with the organisation’s mission to drive strategic outcomes.

Unlock Organisational Strength Through Governance

Strengthen systems and leadership structures by leveraging the board’s collective wisdom.

Explore the Scope of Board Responsibilities

Gain clarity on the board’s evolving role in governance, strategy, and accountability.

Define Advisory Requirements Based on Organisational Priorities

Identify the expertise your board needs to support current and future organisational goals.

Gain Insights from Practitioners and Experts

Learn directly from experienced board members and sector leaders through interactive sessions.

Participate in Speed Networking with Peers

Build meaningful connections with fellow participants to exchange experiences and practices.

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Program Principles

These principles will create a dynamic and hands-on experience, empowering you to contextualize and apply the knowledge gained throughout the program.

Action Oriented

This program emphasizes practical application and empowers participants to take tangible steps towards improving board governance practices.

Expert Faculty

Participants will benefit from the guidance and expertise of experienced faculty members who bring deep knowledge and insights on board governance in the social sector.

Continuous Learning

Fostering a culture of ongoing development and knowledge acquisition for three transformative months, to ensure sustained growth and adaptability in board governance practices.

Individual Synthesis

Space and dedicated time to synthesize their own learnings, concepts and opportunities to tailor one’s understanding to

Testimonials

Faculty and Mentors

Noshir Dadrawala
Chief Executive Officer, Centre for Advancement of Philanthropy

Tara Singh Vachani
EXECUTIVE CHAIRPERSON OF ANTARA SENIOR CARE AND VICE CHAIRPERSON OF MAX INDIA LIMITED.

MAHARSHI VAISHNAV
Chief of Staff Educate Girls

Tanya Mathur Bhattacharya
Business Storyteller & Story Coach, Storywallahs

Shruthi Iyer
Co-founder and CEO, Foundation for Mother and Child Health - India

Kritika Sangani
Senior Adviser, Indus Action

Barsha Banerjee
Managing Director, Perkins School for the Blind

Simranpreet Singh Oberoi
Co-Founder, Sanjhi Sikhiya

Tulika Verma
Consultant, Leadership Coach; Ex-Regional Director Teach For India

Mansi Joshi
Global Lead - Learning Experiences, Teach for All

Nikunj Jhaveri
General Secretary CSR & Fund Raising, Rotary District 3141

Merlia Shaukath
Founder & CEO, Madhi Foundation

Raman Bahl
Founder and Director, Learning Initiatives For India

Who is the Program for?

Founders /CEOs /Directors / Organisation heads of social purpose organisations:

That have been in existence for at least 3 years
That have an annual budget of at least 2 Crore
That are focused on making the board a strategic lever to further impact
That are looking to join a thriving community of SPO leaders driving change through strong board and governance

Application Process

Step 1: Application Form: Register and Submit the application on the ILSS Website
Step 2: Virtual Interview: Selected applicants shall be invited for an online interview round
Step 3: Offer Letter: An offer letter shall be emailed post selection
Step 4: Program Fee Payment

Upcoming Program Details

Program Dates (Online): 11 July - 13 September 2025
Scholarship Deadline: 7 June 2025
Application Deadline: 14 June 2025
Program Fees: INR 50,000 + 18% GST
Contact Details:
ananya@indialeadersforsocialsector.com
adil@indialeadersforsocialsector.com

Program Dates

Deadline

The ILSS Board Governance Program

Strong Boards make Strong Organisations!

Program Objectives

Explore what it takes to nurture and leverage a board from the sector leaders

Gain insights from sector leaders and experts on effective board governance and management

Identify the strategic enablers that can help the organisation’s growth story

Prioritise the persona/archetype of advisers required to help the organisation succeed

Get guidance and one-on-one mentoring from experts and seasoned advisers

Program Components

Program Outcomes

Download Board Governance Program Brochure

Program Principles

Action Oriented

Expert Faculty

Continuous Learning

Individual Synthesis

Testimonials

Faculty and Mentors

Noshir Dadrawala

Tara Singh Vachani

Sonny Iqbal

MAHARSHI VAISHNAV

Tanya Mathur Bhattacharya

Shruthi Iyer

Kritika Sangani

Barsha Banerjee

Simranpreet Singh Oberoi

Tulika Verma

Mansi Joshi

Nikunj Jhaveri

Merlia Shaukath

Raman Bahl

Who is the Program for?

Application Process

Upcoming Program Details

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Program Dates

Deadline

The ILSS Board Governance Program

Strong Boards make Strong Organisations!

Program Objectives

Explore what it takes to nurture and leverage a board from the sector leaders

Gain insights from sector leaders and experts on effective board governance and management

Identify the strategic enablers that can help the organisation’s growth story

Prioritise the persona/archetype of advisers required to help the organisation succeed

Get guidance and one-on-one mentoring from experts and seasoned advisers

Program Components

Program Outcomes

Download Board Governance Program Brochure

Program Principles

Action Oriented

Expert Faculty

Continuous Learning

Individual Synthesis

Testimonials

Faculty and Mentors

Noshir Dadrawala

Tara Singh Vachani

Sonny Iqbal

MAHARSHI VAISHNAV

Tanya Mathur Bhattacharya

Shruthi Iyer

Kritika Sangani

Barsha Banerjee

Simranpreet Singh Oberoi

Tulika Verma

Mansi Joshi

Nikunj Jhaveri

Merlia Shaukath

Raman Bahl

Who is the Program for?

Application Process

Upcoming Program Details

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