Wed 28 Jan
|Webinar
Member Discipline Procedures
Disciplining members is a challenging aspect of running an association or charity. Whilst most membership bodies seek new entrants, sometimes it is necessary to seek to discipline or remove a member. Getting this right requires knowledge and the correct processes.
Time & Location
28 Jan 2026, 10:00 – 11:00 GMT
Webinar
About the event
This webinar will discuss:
· What comprises misconduct
· Who has authority to remove a member: the Board, membership or another?
· Understanding your Articles’ disciplinary provisions and relevant By-laws
· The need for procedural fairness
· Avoiding common pitfalls and minimising reputational risk
Speakers
Raniya Dass, Lawyer - Australia, Governology
Raniya has recently graduated from the University of Wollongong with a Bachelor in Laws and Bachelor of Business (Distinction). She has over 5 years’ experience in the legal industry across various legal areas including property law, wills and estates, litigation, criminal law, leasing, family law, workers compensation, personal injury and commercial matters. Most recently, she was a paralegal for the Australian Red Cross Society. She also obtained practical experience in governance and drafting constitutions in her former role as the Sydney Campuses Director for the University of Wollongong’s Law Students’ Society.
Claire Hewat, Associations Advisor, Associations Forum
Claire has over 20 years’ experience in senior executive positions including two successful roles as a CEO at Dietitians Australia and Allied Health Professions Australia. Claire has also had substantial non-executive governance experience on five national and one international board. She has extensive experience in professional self-regulation and is currently chair of the Conduct and Complaints Board for an Australian allied health profession. Claire has used her experience to provide support and mentoring to other NFP CEOs and boards in areas of governance, strategic planning, advocacy, complaints and disciplinary processes, change management and more.
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