The role of a non-profit board member

This article discusses the role of a non-profit board member from an Australian perspective.

http://www.emilford.com.au/page.asp?id=188&pv=%C2%A5%C2%AC%C2%A8.

Many of the points set out in the article, would be equally applicable to the Malaysian context.

Inter alia, board members are encouraged to act in the best interests of the organisation, to guard against conflicts of interest and use of information for an improper purpose and to ensure that finances are managed responsibly.

Board members should always bear their stewardship role in mind, and constantly strive to meet the highest standards of ethical conduct in managing the affairs of the organisation.