Practical support bulletin: January 2023

Open letters have their place, but lasting influence is built through trusted relationships, evidence and early engagement.

• Government and politics

What will an Andy Burnham government mean for civil society? We explore the opportunities for charities and how the sector can work with the new government.

• Government and politics

Learn more why the the members joined the council and the difference they believe it can make.

• Government and politics

Our president, Baroness Delyth Morgan, shares why she believes the new strategy is key to strengthening our future in the sector.

The National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) has launched its new strategy, setting out a long-term commitment to create the conditions for civil society to thrive.

• Inside NCVO
• Business planning and strategy

Small charities are the backbone of civil society.

Volunteering has been central to NCVO's work for many years, and we know how vital a good volunteering landscape to charities achieving their mission.

Over the last few weeks, I’ve been out meeting some of NCVO’s small charity members in Coventry, Staffordshire and Bristol. I’ve come back feeling inspired, challenged, and even more certain about what matters next.