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The Indispensary: Virtual Assistants for Charities is one of the specialist organisations that’s joined our service directory. The directory has helped them to connect with charities in need of their expertise in delivering virtual assistants tailored to the voluntary sector. ‘’Being part of the NCVO service directory is extending our impact. We know how much time and energy charity leaders dedicate to their causes, and this collaboration helps us provide more of them with the trusted operational support they need to keep making a difference.’’ - Joanne Manville, Founder, The Indispensary. Our service directory is the voluntary sector’s go-to database of organisations offering services including: 📑Legal support 🪙 Fundraising 👥 HR and recruitment 🧮 Finance and accounting Does your business offer specialist support to the voluntary sector? Maximise your visibility - join the directory today: https://lnkd.in/epSFc2An

Governance isn’t just about compliance - it’s about confidence.    Our new Governance Trends Report analyses data from 800+ respondents across 70 charities, revealing how boards are evolving in 2025.  Here are some of the headlines:  🔹Integrity and risk control top the charts - but EDI and board effectiveness are still catching up.   🔹Trustees tend to see governance through rosier glasses than staff.   🔹The most effective organisations? Those where trustees and staff see the world the same way.  These insights show that the strength of a board isn’t measured by its paperwork - it’s measured by its people, culture, and shared purpose.    Join us on Tuesday 4 November for a deep dive into the findings at our Governance Trends Report Event, in partnership with Zurich UK. We’ll explore how culture and integrity shape risk, and what good governance will mean in the years ahead.  Book your free place: https://lnkd.in/e7ZgCH6d #TrusteesWeek #GoodGovernance #CharityLeadership #RiskManagement #Zurich #NCVO

📢 There's still time to register for our member listening forums.    These sessions are set to be safe, supportive spaces for all kinds of voluntary organisations to:   🔹Share the challenges you’re facing 🔹Connect with others 🔹Tell us what you need to feel safe and supported in the midst of rising intolerance Your insights will directly inform the practical guidance, training and resources we’re developing to help charities continue their vital work, safely. Register now to secure your free place: Wednesday 22 October: https://lnkd.in/ejnTXDgZ Thursday 23 October: https://lnkd.in/eG2M9Yja Friday 24 October: https://lnkd.in/eaUvHg4C

How does it feel to be at work? The culture you create as a leader shapes that feeling, influencing how your team connects, collaborates, and delivers impact. A thriving organisational culture attracts great people, strengthens trust, and keeps your mission moving forward. And it starts with leadership that lives its values. Leading a thriving organisational culture is a new course for charity and voluntary sector leaders who want to strengthen their organisation’s culture. By joining this course, you’ll gain practical tools and insights to: ✅ Evaluate and enhance your current culture ✅ Build belonging and collaboration ✅ Embed values that inspire performance and purpose Book your place today:https://lnkd.in/e5bkpy_k

At the Labour Party Conference last month, we championed the vital role Civil Society has in shaping the future of the country, talking to MPs, civil servants, policy makers and members to spotlight the incredible work happening across our sector. We encouraged people to sign our pledge wall, which proved hugely popular, receiving more signatures than we can count, each marking a commitment to work with civil society to create real, lasting change. We were also delighted to have several member organisations join us on our stand, promoting the vital work they are doing and creating useful connections. Watch our reel for a taste of what was a fantastic three days.

I was quoted on the front of the Guardian today, after signing a letter alongside more than 160 civil society leaders calling on the Prime Minister and his cabinet to support charities that are being targeted by far-right politicians and activists seeking to stoke division for political gain in local communities. Thank you to Equally Ours for coordinating. For charities that need immediate support and solidarity - NCVO has got you. We're running listening forums next week to bring people together concerned about this, alongside our training and practical support on safeguarding. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/ev9_Uwhu

Following on from our earlier post about the rise in intimidation and threats towards charities, here’s what we’re doing about it.   Next week, we’re running a series of member listening forums - safe, supportive spaces for people from all parts of voluntary organisations to share the challenges you’re facing, connect with others, and tell us what you need to feel safe and supported.   Your insights will directly inform the practical guidance, training and resources we’re developing to help charities continue their vital work, safely.   Sessions run daily from 20 – 24 October, 12:00–13:00. Book your free place using the links below:   Monday 20th: https://lnkd.in/eXD_pqZx Tuesday 21st: https://lnkd.in/e_D-7Gsf Wednesday 22nd: https://lnkd.in/ejnTXDgZ Thursday 23rd: https://lnkd.in/eG2M9Yja Friday 24th: https://lnkd.in/eaUvHg4C   This is the first step in a considered, coordinated and practical response - one that turns shared experiences into actionable support for the whole sector.

Today's story in The Guardian reveals the deeply worrying impact of the increasingly toxic rhetoric around immigration and marginalised communities. It's leading to threats and abuse targeted at charities, their staff and volunteers. This is not just rhetoric – it's causing real harm to civil society organisations across the country. We have signed the Equally Ours letter to the Prime Minister urging him to challenge this.    As our Executive Director, Saskia Konynenburg, says in the piece:   "Charities are being targeted because of what they stand for and who they support."   This is unacceptable. Charities must be able to carry out their vital work without fear or intimidation. Read her full quote below.   https://lnkd.in/eEFCNkge

Looking to boost your skills this October? Our training courses are designed to help you strengthen your organisation, support your team, and lead with confidence. From volunteer strategy and project management to fundraising and organisational culture, there’s something for every charity professional. Book your place on our upcoming training courses: 🔹Developing a volunteer strategy: https://lnkd.in/eCWHPePm 🔹Managing people in the charity sector: https://lnkd.in/eA-imZ6c 🔹Tools and methods for measuring outcomes: https://lnkd.in/efxz3_r2 🔹Leading a thriving organisational culture: https://lnkd.in/e5bkpy_k 🔹Good practice in volunteer management: https://lnkd.in/e-J2DwSQ 🔹Project management in the voluntary sector: https://lnkd.in/ekkfEEqh 🔹Data protection essentials: https://lnkd.in/eujRJJ_h 🔹Developing a fundraising strategy: https://lnkd.in/eHqq6CMw 🔹Successful funding applications: https://lnkd.in/e6QBEKxW Explore our full range of training courses: https://lnkd.in/gvT4zZTP

Trustees’ Week returns between 3-7 November - celebrating the role trustees play in leading and safeguarding charities and voluntary organisations.  This year, we will be playing our part by focusing on the all-important subject of charity governance, with fresh data, bold insights, and practical discussions.  We’ll be sharing highlights from our upcoming Governance Trends Report, which uncovers insights into what is working – and what isn’t.  From culture and inclusion to leadership and risk, the findings tell a fascinating story about how boards are evolving.  The report will form the basis of one of the five events we will be running during Trustees Week, which will cover subjects ranging from the use of AI, board behaviours, trustee best practice and the updated Charity Governance Code.  Book your place today – we'll be uploading all events soon so watch this space: 🔹Board behaviours workshop on 5 November: https://lnkd.in/e9QatgP5 🔹AI essentials webinar on 6 November: https://lnkd.in/ebdpEJue 🔹Trustees' Week breakfast session in partnership with iBabs, a Euronext company on 7 November: https://lnkd.in/eNsxbp-2 #TrusteesWeek #GoodGovernance #CharityLeadership #NCVO