The ILSS Board Governance Program
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Strong Boards make Strong Organisations!
Who This Experience Is For
Founders, CEOs, Directors, and Organisation Heads of Social Purpose Organisations (SPOs) who meet the following criteria:
Program Objectives
Learn from experts how to build, nurture and leverage an effective board
Identify strategic enablers for organisational growth
Prioritise the adviser archetypes needed for organisational success
Receive one-on-one mentoring and guidance from experts and seasoned advisers
Program Components
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30+ hours of live online sessions: Interactive learning led by subject matter experts and sector practitioners.
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Dedicated one-on-one mentoring: Direct access to experts for customized organisational feedback.
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Comfortable, well-paced format: Thoughtfully structured to balance active learning with your organisational priorities.
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Practical tools and templates: Immediate application via Organisational Diagnostics, Board Charters, and Board Member JDs.
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Speed networking opportunities: Interactive forums to connect directly with prospective advisers.
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Blended learning format: Seamless combination of synchronous live interactions and asynchronous modules.
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Why Senior Leaders Choose This Program
“Building a great board, can be the biggest enabler organisations can have and ILSS's BGP will support in unlocking this enabler really well.”
“Wonderful mentors and guest speakers bring to life real world challenges and meaningful conversations that are relevant to a diverse set of organisations.”
“The board governance program not only leaves you with ideas but also the courage to try them out and fail. It brings to you plenty of examples of people in the sector who are trying to make things work in many different ways. You leave understanding there is no one way of building a support system for your organisation, and also leave with a cohort who understand and inspire you to keep at it.”
“The program is a great initiative for entrepreneurs seeking to build an ecosystem of advisers through very insightful sessions with entrepreneurs and leaders who have navigated this journey. The tools and handy resources provided are great assets, offering a simple structure to get started on this path.”
“The ILSS Board Governance Program has been an excellent learning experience, providing a deep dive into building effective boards. It offers a powerful mix of frameworks, strategies, and curated content, along with focused time with seasoned leaders. The program distills the lived experiences of experts into practical, actionable insights, making it an accelerated way to learn for practitioners.”
“The best feature of the program for me was the praxis- the way this program bridged the gap between theory and practice. For every session, we learned about ideal scenarios, but the real-life examples presented by different speakers helped me understand the implications in various contexts and encouraged me to think about how to implement the suggested practices in the context of the EduWeave Foundation.”
“The program gives a holistic perspective of board governance, structuring, and how to effectively leverage board members for organisational success.”
“A very structured and insightful program that helps SPO leaders re-imagine their board alignment, diagnostic, and long-term engagement.”
“The program provided deep insights into the intricacies of effective board governance, equipping me with the knowledge, and skills necessary to navigate complex governance challenges confidently. The expert-led sessions, coupled with practical case studies allowed me to understand best practices and innovative strategies for enhancing organisational impact. Moreover, the collaborative environment and networking opportunities with like-minded professionals were invaluable, fostering a community of practice and shared learning.”
Upcoming Cohort Details
- Program Dates (Online): 15 January 2027 Onwards
- Program Fees: INR 50,000 + 18% GST
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Email Contacts:
jeanie.basumatary@indialeadersforsocialsector.com
payel@indialeadersforsocialsector.com
contact@indialeadersforsocialsector.com - Phone: +91 93553 03033
- Address: 51, Okhla Phase-3, New Delhi – 110020