COVID-19 update
We are sorry but in light of the current global COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak this event will not be taking place face to face on the date shown. We may be able to alter the delivery method of this event and will provide more details as soon as we can. See our COVID-19 updates page for the latest information on our services.
For Governors and governance professionals in Welsh HEIs
Our Governance in Wales event reflects the shared identity and diverse needs of the Welsh HE sector. The day will provide an opportunity to explore topical features of governance in the Welsh HE landscape, allowing attendees to explore issues and challenges and respond to the latest developments. The event will include keynote presentations and break-out sessions covering a range of areas to allow participants to explore issues of concern and share good practice.*
* Please note: the date previously advertised for this event was incorrect. The confirmed date is 22/04/2020.
Programme
Hosted by: Aaron Porter, Associate Director Governance, Advance HE and Gary Reed, Head of Membership (Wales) & Senior Advisor, Advance HE
10.00am – 10.30am Refreshments
10.30am – 10.45am Welcome
10.45am – 11.30am Wales Governance Review
Update from Gillian Camm, Review Author
11.30am – 12.00am Human Resources update – what Governors need to know
Jane O’Rourke, Director of Human Resources, University of Wales Trinity Saint David
12.00am – 12.30am Fee & Access Plans – insights and opportunities from the Advance HE Review of institutional Fee and Access Plans 2017/18 to 2019/20
Joan O’Mahony, Senior Advisor, Advance HE
12.30am – 1.15pm Lunch
1.15pm - 2.00pm Introducing a Race Equality Resource Guide at Cardiff University
Susan Cousins, Senior Assurance Officer, Religion & Belief, Cardiff University
2.00pm - 2.30pm Bridging the Student Attainment Gap
Joan O’Mahony, Senior Advisor, Advance HE
2.30pm – 3.15pm HEFCW and Sector update
David Blaney, CEO, HEFCW
3.15pm – 3.30pm Session Reflections
Facilitators
Speakers
If you would like to find out more about our other governance events, please visit our Governance Development Programme page.