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RBC @brewindolphin and the @AssocOfChairs have partnered up to deliver trustee networking events across the UK!
Register (free tickets): info.brewin.co.uk/Future-Cha…
Please tag anyone you know in or near Edinburgh who may benefit from attending.
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There is no evidence that personal data has been compromised.
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. @AssocOfChairs has extended its membership offer to entire charity and non-profit boards in a bid to strengthen governance in the sector civilsociety.co.uk/news/asso…
The @ChtyCommission & @ProBonoEcon have published a new report on trustee skills, satisfaction, & demographics.
Our chair Joe Saxton full response: linkedin.com/feed/update/urn…
'Trusteeship – a positive opportunity' can be downloaded for free here: probonoeconomics.com/trustee…

ALT "We need trustees and chairs to represent the wider population... Diversity is about making better, more robust, more resilient boards and charities" reads black text with a pink quote graphic behind. Background of faded pink speech bubbles. Association of Chairs logo with tagline Effective chair Effective board Effective non-profit.
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📊🔍 New research published with @ProBonoEcon into trustee motivation and skills
Findings show that charity trustees are “immensely positive” about their experience.
Find out more: gov.uk/government/news/regul…
Our next 'Chairing Essentials' lunchtime webinar (Tuesday 29 April) will cover:
Planning meetings
Facilitating productive board conversations
Post-meeting tasks: actions, minutes, implementation
And more!
Tickets are £50, or free if you are a member: tickets.sheepcrm.com/aoc/eve…
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🚀 How can boards be more effective? 🚀
Many boards face challenges that limit their impact - but with the right strategies, they can drive real change. @AssocOfChairs explores common pitfalls & how to overcome them.
Read more ▶️ tinyurl.com/n3vp3b2n
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Is your charity planning to fundraise for a specific purpose?
It’s important to think carefully about how you word your appeal and what records you’ll need to keep.
Read our guidance on writing fundraising appeals: gov.uk/government/publicatio…?
Chairs based in London – or who chair charities serving Greater London – are invited to our next peer support session (thanks to specialist funder @CityBridgeFndn) 💬
Dr Andy Bird will lead a workshop on coaching and mentoring.
Book your free place: associationofchairs.org.uk/e…

ALT 'Coaching & mentoring for charity leadership. Dr Andy Bird will lead a workshop at our next peer support session for London chairs, Tuesday 11 March 5.30 - 8pm' reads navy text on a background of light club speech bubbles. Andy's headshot is in a pink speech bubble. Association of Chairs and City Bridge Foundation logos.
"People who are on a charity board should be prepared to challenge and be challenged."
Our chair Joe Saxton spoke to @ICAEW about trustee skills and the future of the sector – including our consultation: icaew.com/insights/viewpoint…
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It’s a bit murky in York today but I’ve had a buzzing morning with @AssocOfChairs @Jane_Hustwit & Gaby at @StLeonardsYork planning a podcast AND I unexpectedly got to see the ever fabulous @ellyfyork chatting with @aemmarose. #WinningWednesday
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The @AssocOfChairs has a consultation on how non-profit governance could change, develop and improve.
It aims to find out how chairs, trustees, and CEOs want boards to be different in 5 or 10 years.
Please complete and share with your network!
associationofchairs.org.uk/2…
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Chair in London? Free on Wednesday? âť“
Check out @AssocOfChairs Peer Support Group Session 👇🏽
This month's topic is 'How can we develop charity and non-profit boards?' 🩵
You can still take part in their consultation if you can't make it: surveymonkey.com/r/SVYQHYM
Come along to the London peer support session, Wednesday 12Â February, to discuss some of the topics raised in our recently launched consultation:
associationofchairs.org.uk/e…
Fill in the consultation here: surveymonkey.com/r/SVYQHYM
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In our latest blog Rishi Lad reflects on his journey to becoming a young leader and making an impact! đź’ˇ
đź’¬ "By stepping into leadership roles now, we can inspire future generations and prove that age is no barrier to success"
🔗 Take a read: youngtrusteesmovement.org/bl…
Come along to the London peer support session, Wednesday 12Â February, to discuss some of the topics raised in our recently launched consultation:
associationofchairs.org.uk/e…
Fill in the consultation here: surveymonkey.com/r/SVYQHYM
Online workshop for new chairs – next Tuesday 11 February, 10am-1pm.
Book here: associationofchairs.org.uk/e…
Join us for a practical, engaging session designed to build your skills and confidence. Learn about legal duties, good governance, and building collaborative relationships 💬
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Tomorrow's the day! 🎉 #SCVOGathering kicks off at EICC! Haven't registered yet? Last-minute spots may still be available for some sessions. Join thousands of voluntary sector colleagues on Feb 4-5. Check availability: bit.ly/3VHwAt6
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New Chair?
Check out this briefing from @AssocOfChairs 👇🏽
⏰ Tuesday 11 February at 10-1pm
#YoungTrustee #Trustee #Chair
Are you new to chairing, or soon to take up a post?
Learn about:
Legal duties
Good governance
Building collaborative relationships
Click the link to find out more and book: associationofchairs.org.uk/e… #Trustee #NonProfit
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Replying to @AssocOfChairs
@AssocOfChairs are running a Peer Support Group for London Chairs and Vice Chairs on Wednesday 12 February 2025 from 5:30pm - 8:00pm in London.
This event will include discussions on how can we develop charity and non-profit boards.
Book here buff.ly/4jMA9sC
Are you a chair of a charity or non-profit in London?
Join our next peer support session – a face-to-face, two-hour facilitated evening session, made possible thanks to funding from @CityBridgeFndn.
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