Our Governance:
The Museum of Childhood Ireland is a Company Limited by Guarantee and a registered charity. The Museum of Childhood Ireland is a volunteer led organisation and endeavours to comply with and live the values of the Charities Governance Code. Examples of the actions and activities of the Museum of Childhood Ireland to meet the standards of the Charities Governance Code are included below
Principle 1 Advancing Charitable Purpose
Actions taken by the Museum under Principle 1
- Fundraising is a central focus of the Museum Board
- Ongoing development of Strategic Plan and the formation of a Strategy Working Group
Principle 2 Behaving with Integrity
Actions taken by the Museum under Principle 2
- Conflicts of interest is a standing agenda item at all meetings of the Board
- Values are considered as part of the Board Terms of Reference and Standing Orders
- Code of Conduct in place for Board members
Principle 3 Leading People
Actions taken by the Museum under Principle 3
- Policies developed in relation to volunteer management
- Policies in place that govern Data Protection and Child Safeguarding
Principle 4 Exercising Control
Actions taken by the Museum under Principle 4
- Finance is a standing agenda item at every Board meeting
- The identification of, discussion on and management of specific risks
- The circulation of guidance from the Charities Regulator on Fundraising
Principle 5 Working Effectively
Actions taken by the Museum under Principle 5
- Board recruitment and composition is informed by skills, diversity and experience requirements
- Board effectiveness reviews are conducted
- A regular schedule of Board meetings
- Term limits for Board members
Principle 6 Being Accountable
Actions taken by the Museum under Principle 6
- Registered Charity Number displayed on website and social media channels
- Mechanisms in place for members of the public to engage with the Museum
- AGM held annually
- Identification of and engagement with key stakeholders
Policies and Procedures
