Committees  top^

Committees and Delegation

A brief summary of the purpose, requirements, and composition of committees to support a consensus process.
Tree Bressen, linked 09/10
http://www.treegroup.info/topics/handout-committees.pdf

Effective Committees

Good overview of how to make committees effective as they are often the working force at the heart of an organization and build the support base of an organization.
Alberta Food and Agriculture, linked 09/10
http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$department/deptdocs.nsf/all/agdex1333?opendocument#making

Effective Committees

A quick overview of committees, including purpose, creation, reports, and tips for effective use of committees.
Board Development, linked 09/10
http://www.boarddevelopment.org/en/1/committees.aspx

Ideas to Generate Participation in Committees

Excellent ideas for how to increase participation in committees.
Carter McNamara, Free Management Library, linked 09/10
http://www.managementhelp.org/grp_skll/cmmttee/ideas.htm

Standard Committee Terms of Reference

Provides a template for developing Terms of Reference.
Board Development, linked 09/10
http://www.boarddevelopment.org/en/1/committees2.aspx

Tips for Effective Use of Committees

Clear, concise set of tips.
Board Development, linked 09/10
http://www.boarddevelopment.org/en/1/committees.aspx

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What Are Dialogue & Deliberation?

An easy-to-read overview from the National Coalition for Dialogue and Deliberation that examines the differences between dialogue and deliberation, how they can work together, and practical applications.
NCDD website, linked 09/10
http://www.thataway.org/?page_id=713