Governance Standards

Governance standards are defined as written guidance, models or quality frameworks which offer help to ensure high quality governance within an organisation.


The standards tend to focus on processes rather than on outputs.
They should be considered as an additional support tool for the social economy in Glasgow.

The standards cover various areas of governance and may be accredited or unaccredited.

This directory focuses on the following governance areas:

  • Governance - management committee or board
  • Financial Management
  • Good Employment Practice
  • Organisational management and planning
  • Equal Opportunities
  • Health and Safety
  • Environmental and Fair Trade issues
  • Community engagement
  • Customer service

There are many standards' models to choose from.

Different models will be appropriate to different organisations according to their ethos or function, stage of development or sector. 

The standards directory has been designed to help guide you to the most appropriate standard for your organisational needs.

Click here to access the standards directory.