Practical guidance to help you recruit and induct volunteers
How to run volunteer recruitment and where to find the volunteers you need
Important things to consider when creating a new volunteer role
Advertise your role and attract the right volunteers
Make sure your application and interview processes are accessible and fair
Carry out the appropriate checks and let volunteers know if they've been successful
How volunteering affects volunteers who claim benefits and how you can support them
The rules about volunteers from overseas, including who can and can’t volunteer and what the restrictions are
How to write a volunteer agreement without creating an employment contract
What to include in volunteer induction training to help new volunteers get started
We launched a new campaign in the summer of 2023 to help trustees and charity leaders consider the environmental impact of their charities’ investments
Resources, events, support and information on the big issues affecting small charities
Our chief executive Sarah Vibert celebrates the start of Trustees' Week and shares our plans
Our policy and public affairs manager, Chris Walker, summarises the announcements from the King's Speech likely to impact our sector
Explore why diversity is a key area of reflection for your trustee board and what needs to happen to make a board truly diverse
Read our open letter calling on the chancellor to ensure charities can continue providing essential services for communities
Why the government must act to cover the true cost of charities delivering public services
An update on what's happening in Westminster. Find out what the King’s Speech and government reshuffle means for charities
The latest volunteering news, resources and dates for your diary
Lessons from Trustees’ Week 2023 and upcoming dates for your diary
Guidance to help you lead or manage people who work remotely
Understand different types of workplace conflict, why conflict happens, and how to resolve it
Why team working is especially important in voluntary organisations
How to develop a set of clear objectives and plans for your team
Tips to help you communicate effectively with your team
Steps you can take to build a positive team culture
Guidance to help you understand the balance of skills, abilities and aspirations in your team, so you can harness them effectively.
Build your understanding of an employers' responsibilities for mental health and wellbeing
Learn how to recognise whether stress is an issue for your organisation, and get tips on how to manage it