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The latest research from the covid-19 voluntary sector impact barometer reveals that while the majority of charities and voluntary sector organisations have drawn up plans to address equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) issues in their workplace

Equity, diversity and inclusion

Governance and board update from Priya Singh, chair, on behalf of the board of trustees

Inside NCVO

A new working group to look at the issue of flexible working in the charity sector is being launched by membership bodies NCVO and ACEVO with support from Starfish Search, an executive search firm

Employing and managing staff

The latest research from the Covid-19 Voluntary Sector Impact Barometer reveals big changes in how charities and voluntary sector organisations are using digital technology to work and deliver services due to the pandemic.

Coronavirus
Digital and technology

The board of trustees is committed to NCVO’s equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and culture change programme.

Today sees the launch of The Civil Society Group – an informal collaboration of organisations representing members and groups from across the charity sector and wider civil society.

Collaboration

Ahead of its Annual General Meeting on 22 November, NCVO today publishes its annual report and financial accounts for the year ending 31 March 2021.

Membership

Inside NCVO

A new research briefing published today and authored by the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) examines the government’s policy response to volunteering in England, and its impact, during the covid-19 pandemic.

Coronavirus

The pandemic has increased demand within the voluntary sector for services and support from charity infrastructure organisations, according to new research released today.

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Government and politics
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Government and politics
Involving volunteers

Government and politics

Equity, diversity and inclusion
Governance

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Employing and managing staff
Collaboration

Funding and income
Coronavirus
Responding to crises

Equity, diversity and inclusion
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A sample redundancy policy, designed for small charities and voluntary organisations

A sample retirement policy, designed for small charities and voluntary organisations

A sample shared parental leave policy, designed for small charities and voluntary organisations

A guide to help you develop a sickness absence policy and procedure for your organisation

A sample stress policy, designed for small charities and voluntary organisations

A sample whistleblowing policy and procedure, designed for small charities and voluntary organisations

Guidance on the steps you should take when recruiting and inducting paid members of staff

Employing and managing staff

Guidance on designing a new role within your organisation

Employing and managing staff

Guidance to help you decide how and where to advertise a role

Employing and managing staff

This essentials course is suitable for anyone within an organisation that handles the personal data of staff, service users, beneficiaries, volunteers, customers, members or supporters, and needs to know the basics of data protection for voluntary organisations.

This introductory course explains the key trustee responsibilities for safeguarding, following guidance from the Charity Commission

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

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

This free webinar as part of Small Charity Week 2025, will give small charity leaders practical tips to develop and deliver a successful fundraising strategy to ensure the resilience and sustainability of their charity.

We know that increased competition for funding, shifting priorities among funders, and economic uncertainty are making trust fundraising more challenging for charities. It’s more important than ever to understand the evolving funding landscape and adapt your approach. This free event is an opportunity to network with other NCVO members in facilitated discussions. Share experiences and challenges, work through solutions together, develop new relationships and learn from your peers.

This training provides you with the insights, tools, and confidence to evaluate and strengthen your organisation’s culture providing a strong foundation for success.

Learn how to create your own theory of change and narrative. This course will challenge you to think critically about what you're doing and why

This course will help you implement structures and processes to support trustees, and ensure systems are aligned with your organisation’s purpose and objectives

This course will help people with little or no financial background to feel confident in managing day-to-day charity finance

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Data protection essentials (2 x 0.5 days)

Safeguarding essentials for trustees (0.5 day)

Project management in the voluntary sector (2 days)

Designated safeguarding leads in charities (1 day)

Leading a thriving organisational culture (1 Day)

Theory of change for strategic planning and evaluation (1 day)

Supporting good governance (4 x 0.5 days)

Charity finance skills (1 day)

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