THE GOVERNING COUNCIL : 

Governing Council is our highest governing body, setting our global strategy and ensuring NHRD fulfils its Royal Charter obligations. It provides strategic oversight on requirements for entry into the profession, and the setting and enforcement of professional standards so that we continue to deliver confidence in the built and natural environment. It also shapes our priorities as an influential thought leader, and provides high-level assurance on our operations as a sustainable business and professional body. 

With diverse membership from around the world and across core strategic areas of the profession, Governing Council provides the leadership and expertise to set a strategy that advances public trust in the profession and ensures we are a force for positive social impact. 

All Governing Council members are NHRD Core Senate Members , with the current composition consisting of:

• Chair of Governing Council
• 6 Senate Seats 
• 15 Member Seats 
• NHRD President
• NHRD President-Elect
• NHRD Senior Vice-President

THE GOVERNING COUNCIL HIERARCHY