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  • The Future of Trusteeship: Keynote from the Charity Commission

    Get ready to dive deep into the future of trusteeship with a keynote from the Charity Commission. Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-future-of-trusteeship-keynote-from-the-charity-commission-tickets-1435980780169?aff=oddtdtcreator

    Free

  • OSCR x Third Sector Lab: Social Media Guide 2026

    Centred on OSCR & Third Sector Lab’s 2026 guide, this session unpacks the Ready–Set–Go–Measure framework, highlighting how trustees can set guardrails, support teams, and ensure social media is used safely […]

    Free

  • Community Café

    A welcoming online drop‑in for trustees under 30 or aspiring to be one. our Community Café offers peer connections, insights via a young trustee Q&A, trustee vacancy updates, and collaborative […]

    Free

  • Trustees’ Week Reception 2025

    St. George's, BristoL, BS1 5RR St. George's, Bristol

    The Burton Sweet Charities Team will be marking the fantastic contribution of charity trustees to our local communities. We hope you and your colleagues can join us for some drinks […]

    Free

  • Governance Now 2025 – Power!

    EC1V 9LT Shoreditch Town Hall, London, United Kingdom

    Governance Now 2025 – the flagship conference exploring cultural sector governance, presented by Clore Leadership and the Cultural Governance Alliance (CGA). Attendees will explore evolving power dynamics across boards, teams, […]

  • Volunteer Coordinators’ Forum – Trustee’s Week

    The Birkdale Room, Southport Town Hall Southport

    This Trustees week we are hosting our Volunteer Coordinators' Forum at Southport Town Hall. Join us to chat, connect and explore ideas for Trustees’ Week, including supporting community cohesion, advice […]

    Free

  • Charities Trustees’ Week Event – Birmingham

    Rathbones 20 Colmore Circus, Queensway, Birmingham

    We are hosting an informal gathering at Rathbones office in Birmingham to celebrate the trustee community. It’s an opportunity to connect with fellow trustees, hear from peers who’ll be sharing […]

    Free

  • Charities Trustees’ Week Event – London

    VWV 24 King William Street, London

    We are hosting an informal gathering at our central London office to celebrate the trustee community. It’s an opportunity to connect with fellow trustees, hear from peers who’ll be sharing […]

    Free

  • An introduction to being a charity trustee

    This short online session will outline the legal duties associated with being a charity trustee and signpost you to further guidance to help you improve your understanding of being a […]

    Free

  • Trustee Workshop and Networking

    The Chester Bluecoat Charity Upper Northgate Street, Chester

    Trustees play a vital role but rarely meet peers or access support. This informal CWVA event welcomes prospective, new, and experienced trustees to network, share experiences, and discuss challenges. Learn […]

    Free

  • Champions Training

    Champions Training is a one-hour interactive session introducing the Young Trustees Movement. It helps participants understand why young trustees matter, provides tools to champion youth voice on boards, and equips […]

    Free

  • Trusteeship Transformed: bold ideas from the front line

    Sector changemakers pitch their ideas to reimagine boards. Expect provocation, inspiration and a few surprises! Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/trusteeship-transformed-bold-ideas-from-the-front-line-tickets-1436297728169?aff=oddtdtcreator

    £12.00

  • Young trustees wanted: unlocking the next generation

    Tackling the barriers young people face in joining boards, and hearing what’s working from trustees and charities. Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/young-trustees-wanted-unlocking-the-next-generation-tickets-1436303675959?aff=oddtdtcreator

    Free

  • Digital Trustees: Strengthening Boards in a Digital Age

    Strong governance is key for charities in the digital age. This panel, hosted by the Digital Trustees Programme and OSCR, will help new and current trustees understand their role in […]

    Free

  • Trustee roles and responsibilities

    Cheshire West Voluntary Action The Bluecoat, The Bluecoat Building, Upper Northgate Street, Chester

    To outline the legal and organisational duties of being a charity trustee. ​To show how trustees can realistically play a positive and effective role. ​To introduce some practical tools and […]

    Free

  • Behind the scenes: what trustees should know about being a charity CEO

    Insights from CEOs on their role, what they wish boards understood, and how trustees can be supportive allies. Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/behind-the-scenes-what-trustees-should-know-about-being-a-charity-ceo-tickets-1436336333639?aff=oddtdtcreator

    £12.00

  • Trustees’ Week Networking – Tackling Today’s Board Issues

    E14 5HS Canary Wharf, London

    Join iBabs and NCVO for engaging, in-person networking over breakfast. There'll be headline reflections and discussion of issues raised in NCVO's Governance Trends report, plus the chance to see new […]

    Free

  • Managing conflicts of interest | Gwrthdaro buddiannau

    This session will provide practical guidance on identifying, managing, and avoiding conflicts of interest within charities. | Bydd y sesiwn hon yn rhoi arweiniad ymarferol ar nodi, rheoli ac osgoi […]

    Free

  • Strategy that sticks: tools and tips for trustees

    Frameworks and real-life examples to help boards shape practical, bold and lasting strategies. Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/strategy-that-sticks-tools-and-tips-for-trustees-tickets-1436449040749?aff=oddtdtcreator

    £12.00

  • How to not be a prat on a board

    The serious side of poor board behaviour and how to avoid it. Honest reflections with humour and practical advice. Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-to-not-be-a-prat-on-a-board-tickets-1436510755339?aff=oddtdtcreator

    £12.00