Leadership and governance are key pillars that shape the nature and trajectory of any organisation. Effective leadership inspires and guides individuals and teams toward common goals. Governance ensures that systems and institutions operate fairly and transparently. Together, they play a pivotal role in fostering successful organisations.
Leadership and good governance is vital to creative sector organisations. When leadership and governance work together effectively, they build organisational resilience and help to realise organisational and creative goals. Leadership and governance can also build values of cultural diversity and equity as a fundamental pillar underpinning everything that the organisation and its people do. However, understanding the roles of leadership and of governance requires a comprehensive examination of the legal, governance, and operational frameworks of cultural organisations and the countries in which they operate.