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Find out about the most important documents needed for good safeguarding
Guidance on reserves policies for your charity
A sample family leave policy, designed for small charities and voluntary organisations
A sample dignity at work policy, designed for small charities and voluntary organisations
A sample flexible working policy, designed for small charities and voluntary organisations
How a volunteer policy can benefit your organisation and what it should include
Check your organisation has the right policies and procedures in place to employ and manage staff
Sample documents, templates and guides to help you create and collate policies and procedures
The latest volunteering news, resources and dates for your diary
The latest volunteering news, resources and dates for your diary
Our latest impact and evaluation support, guidance and training
Policy and insight manager Sam Mercadante considers the implications of the Autumn Statement for charities
A round-up of what’s happening in Westminster that might impact charities. This month sees a Labour reshuffle, an update on new APPG rules, and a look ahead to party conferences
How to set a salary structure and reward staff with fair and competitive pay
How to involve people who use services in the design and delivery of services
An overview of the key policies and procedures that will support the operational running of a consortium
This page looks at how organisations collaborate on the projects that directly contribute to their overall mission
Familiarise yourself with the early signs of mental health problems and learn how to create a supportive working environment
Learn how to recognise whether stress is an issue for your organisation, and get tips on how to manage it
What to do in the event of whistleblowing at your organisation
How to approach diversity at board level
Other things you can do to help your members with safeguarding
Safeguarding guidance for major donor fundraising