Before starting a not-for-profit group there are a number of important issues to consider
Read more... Before you startLaws apply to the relationship between service provider and client
Read more... Clients and ConsumersVolunteers and not-for-profits have rights and obligations that apply to the volunteering relationship
Read more... VolunteersLaws about employees apply to not-for-profits like any organisation. They can be complex and change regularly
Read more... EmployeesWhen holding events there are often legal considerations along the way.
Read more... EventsWork health and safety laws apply to protect employees, contractors and some volunteers.
Read more... Work Health and SafetyInsurance is once way to manage risks, but is best used alongside risk reduction strategies.
Read more... InsuranceIt is important to properly manage risks to avoid negligent conduct
Read more... Negligence, accidents and incidentsExternal conflicts are when an organisation has a conflict with a person or organisation external to the organisation.
Read more... External ConflictRarely, criminal conduct occurs in community organisations. Your group should know how to handle a criminal situation.
Read more... Criminal ConductHow to meet the legal standard for safety in your community group
Read more... Safety, Risk and InsuranceIn Australia there are different laws in different states, as well as Commonwealth laws that apply in all states. This website contains information about Victorian, NSW and Commonwealth laws.
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