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Policy and insight manager Sam Mercadante considers the implications of the Autumn Statement for charities

Latest updates on our influencing work, government policy and funding announcements

Financial management
Government and politics
Funding and income

Research exploring the volunteering experiences and perspectives of people from the global majority

Equity, diversity and inclusion
Involving volunteers

The latest resources, events and training to help your organisation with its impact and evaluation

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The latest volunteering news, resources and dates for your diary

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New inclusion and campaigning resources, a chance to help shape investment principles, and dates for your diary

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It is with much love and respect that we pay tribute to our colleague and friend, Michelle Curtis, who passed away unexpectedly in November.

How charities can harness the power of our collective voice in 2024

Resources, events, support and information on the big issues affecting small charities

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Latest updates on our influencing work, government policy and funding announcements

Funding and income
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Guidance on fundraising through the gift economy (public giving, voluntary donations) and the open market (trading)

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Reasons for forming a consortium and examples of voluntary sector consortia

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The different ways that voluntary organisations can work together collectively to bid for and deliver public service contracts

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Step-by-step guidance to help voluntary organisations develop a consortium

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Guidance on scoping and planning before you set up a voluntary-sector consortium

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How to form the initial working group that will help partners set up a consortium

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An outline of how much funding is required to establish a voluntary sector consortium, and some of the potential funding sources

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Why you need to engage stakeholders such as commissioners and local organisations in your consortium development, and how to involve them

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An overview of the key policies and procedures that will support the operational running of a consortium

Collaboration

A guide to becoming an incorporated company

Collaboration

This course provides an introduction to the key principles of good volunteer management and how to apply them in your organisation

All voluntary organisations have a duty to keep the people they work with safe from harm. This course introduces the basics of safeguarding within a charity context in England and highlights effective safeguarding practice

This one-day training course provides an overview of the roles and responsibilities of safeguarding leads in charities in England

This course will help you to manage conflict and problem solve with your volunteers, and navigate the process of ending volunteering well.

This practical course is specifically tailored to the voluntary sector. It’s designed to give you all the principles and practical tools you need to plan, deliver and evaluate your project successfully

Learn how to raise an issue with the regulator in a responsible and appropriate way.

This course introduces the key principles of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and how to apply them to your organisation

This course will help you create a positive and inclusive experience for volunteers. The course will explore best practice in relation to safeguarding, data protection, health and safety, and equality

Through a blend of theoretical frameworks and practical application, you'll learn how to strengthen your current fundraising strategy so that is not only effective today but sustainable and resilient for years to come.

This course will equip managers in the voluntary sector with the skills and techniques they need to effectively manage paid members of staff

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Good practice in volunteer management (1 day)

Safeguarding essentials in charities (1 day)

Designated safeguarding leads in charities (1 day)

Managing conflict and ending volunteering well (0.5 day)

Project management in the voluntary sector (2 days)

Introduction to EDI in charities (2 x 0.5 days)

Volunteers and the law (0.5 day)

Building a sustainable and resilient fundraising strategy (1 day)

Managing people in the charity sector (2 days)

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