About this event
What should you think about before you sign a contract? Contracts are part of the everyday for most not-for-profits. Often you will be familiar with the type of contract, e.g. funding agreement, but not always. Sometimes you will be able to negotiate terms, but not always. Whatever the case, it’s important to understand some key principles before you decide to sign on the dotted line.
In this webinar, we’ll introduce you to the legal basics of contracting. You’ll come away more confident in how to read and interpret the key clauses of a contract and how to avoid some common pitfalls. You’ll learn about your organisation’s rights in contracting and how you can negotiate for better terms.
We'll cover:
- What is, and is not, a contract
- What to think about before you contract
- Key terms to consider, step-by-step
- Consumer guarantees, unfair terms and how you can protect your not-for-profit
You'll receive:
- 75 minutes of plain-language training from a lawyer
- Copy of webinar recording (accessible for 3 months) and slide handout
- Information on further resources and support
Who should attend:
Board members and staff of not-for-profit organisations who want to increase their knowledge and confidence about contracting.
When
Thursday, 23 October 2025, 12.45 - 2pm AEST
Can't make it live on the day? That's ok! Everyone who registers receives the post-webinar email containing the recording, slide handout and other information and resources, so you can catch up whenever it suits you.
Registrations close at 12:00pm AEST on the day of the webinar.
Cost
$49 - $85 per person
$199 group pass - up to 5 people from one organisation
Where
Online via Zoom
You will receive a confirmation email once you have successfully registered. The Zoom link, meeting ID and passcode will be sent to you via email prior to the webinar. Please note this is a manual process. Occasionally the Zoom confirmation emails can be prevented by an organisational firewall. If you haven't received the Zoom link within 3-5 days of registering, please check your junk/spam folder, contact us on the email below, or troubleshoot further.
If you are having trouble registering, please get in touch at nfptraining@justiceconnect.org.au or call 03 8593 4799.