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Role of the Governors
Nicola Yarnall
Provide Community Chair of Governors
In the last year, as COVID-19 brought further disruption and challenges, I have been proud to lead a team of Governors supporting our members and working ever more closely with ourBoard to deliver our Values of Care, Innovation and Compassion.
Our Council of Governors is made of up of members from many of Provide Community’s teams and services. We are here to listen, to act as a voice for our members, to support innovation, and to help shape the direction of the organisation.
Taking views and innovation to the boardroom
Every Governor is linked to a service area. We join meetings and visit sites to share organisational updates and learn how we can best support members and help drive innovation.
Through our Link Governors, members’ thoughts, feedback and ideas are shared directly with the senior leadership team and the Board to ensure they are listened to and considered.
Diversity and equality
Governors are active within our networks including the Inclusion and Diversity Network (LGBTQ+), and Ethnic Minorities Network (EMN), as well as the Freedom to Speak Up and Working Well initiatives.
Supporting the communities we serve
As a member-owned social enterprise and Community Interest Company (CIC), our Governors work with, and represent, our members when it comes to deciding how Provide Community surpluses are reinvested and distributed amongst worthy causes including services, community projects and charities.
Steering the direction of the organisation
Our Governors work with the Board in supporting and approving key decisions and future plans for the organisation. They are also responsible for the recruitment of the Chairperson and Non-Executive Directors when vacancies arise.
