Governance Committee Report
Ms Kym Fortescue Chair of Governance Committee
Governance Committee Members: Ms Kym Fortescue Dr Dan Hooley Mr Tom Corkhill Mrs Winnie Elbl Mr David Chan Ms Tracy Gliddon Mr Ryan Neelam
As Covid-19-related circumstances were ongoing, the Governance Committee, together with Head of School Mr Howard West and the School Executive, continued to navigate the changing landscape of impacts on AISHK and the education sector in Hong Kong.
The Governance Committee convenes regularly to observe its responsibilities, which include reviewing and renewing policies, making recommendations regarding processes of regulation, organisation and management to the full school Board and ensuring prudent and transparent leadership of the School.
Following significant dedication to the Governance Committee for a number of years, Mr Tom Corkhill departed from the Committee in 2021 and we thank him for his support. Tom continues to serve on the AISFL Board in the capacity of Governor which is greatly appreciated.
In 2021, the Committee continued to collaboratively review a range of School policies in line with the regular review schedule. These included: • • •
Whistleblower Policy Environmental Sustainability Policy Inclusion Policy
The Committee also developed and proposed a Board Diversity Policy to underscore the Board’s commitment to diversity and inclusion and align with best practice governance principles. We are delighted the Policy was approved by the Board.
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I wish to thank all members of the Governance Committee for their commitment and hard work throughout the year.
Mrs Tracy Gliddon, after many years of dedication to the Board, returned to Australia in late 2021 and we are grateful for her valuable contributions to the Committee. The Governance Committee were pleased to welcome Mrs Winnie Elbl to the team in 2021. I look forward to working with this group and with the foundations we have maintained for continued stability and success in the 2022 school year.
