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Know Your Role: A Nonprofit Board Orientation (Evening Session)
11/12/2026 05:00 PM - 05:45 PM ET
Category
Online session
Admission
- Free - NPP Members
- $10.00 - Non-member
Summary
Join Emmy for a fast-paced, practical 45-minute orientation covering what every board member should know, including your responsibilities, how boards and staff work together, and how to contribute beyond simply attending meetings.
Description
Whether you’re brand new to nonprofit board service or have been serving for years, this practical 45-minute session will help you better understand your role and responsibilities. We’ll explore the general responsibilities of nonprofit board members and how each person can help create focused, productive board meetings that move the organization forward.
Come with your questions and leave feeling more confident, prepared, and ready to contribute.
Learning topics include:
- The core responsibilities of every nonprofit board member
- How to prepare for meetings and review board materials
- How to participate in productive discussion and decision-making
- How to ask thoughtful questions and respectfully challenge ideas
- What’s expected of board members between meetings
Leaders: Send this to your board and encourage them to join Emmy—especially new members and anyone who could use a friendly refresher!