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  • Leading with clarity: How strategic leadership enabled PGS to succeed

    VWV Narrow Quay, Bristol

    Join us for a candid fireside chat with PGS's Grant Forrest, who will share his organisation's real-life journey through strategic change - from building a clear strategy and securing trustee buy-in, to recognising when a merger is the right move to protect charitable impact. Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/leading-with-clarity-how-strategic-leadership-enabled-pgs-to-succeed-tickets-1999659078132?aff=oddtdtcreator

    Free

  • Festival Launch: How will tomorrow’s boards be different?

    Online webinar

    What will the charity board of the future look like – and who will be sitting around the table? Join us to kick off this year’s Festival with a keynote from Dame Julia Unwin, Chair of the Charity Commission for England and Wales, followed by a lively panel discussion. Book here: https://eastsidepeople.org/resource/festival-of-trusteeship/

    Free

  • The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act | 09.11.26 | Y Ddeddf Troseddau Economaidd a Thryloywder Corfforaethol

    Online webinar

    Companies House is continuing to implement reforms introduced by the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, with significant changes to accounts filing requirements due to take effect from April 2028. This webinar will provide a high-level overview of the key reforms, including mandatory digital filing, changes affecting smaller organisations, and the practical implications for […]

    Free

  • From Surviving to Thriving: Building Resilient Charities for the Future

    Online webinar

    Join HCR Law and Cazenove Capital for a practical webinar on building resilience and sustainable growth in the charity sector. Gain expert insights on governance, regulatory developments, investment strategy, financial resilience and organisational planning, with practical takeaways to support effective decision-making and long-term success. Book here: https://www.hcrlaw.com/event/trustees-week-celebration-9-november-2026/

    Free

  • Building board chemistry: What makes boards click?

    Online webinar

    What’s the secret formula for a brilliant board? The best boards aren’t made up of brilliant individuals – they’re made up of people who work brilliantly together. Our panel will explore what we can learn from high-performing boards. Book here: https://eastsidepeople.org/resource/festival-of-trusteeship/ £24 Early Bird Weekly Pass until 30 Sept 2026, £30 thereafter.

    £24 – £30

  • Public trust and trustee experience research | 09.11.26 | Ymchwil ar ymddiriedau cyhoeddus a phrofiad ymddiriedolwyr

    Online webinar

    Join us for an insightful webinar exploring the Charity Commission’s latest research on public trust and trustee experiences. Discover what drives confidence in charities, the challenges trustees grapple with, and the opportunities to strengthen governance and impact. Gain practical insights, benchmark your organisation, and leave better equipped to inspire trust. ​Ymunwch â ni am weminar […]

    Free

  • Boards, Bots and Big Questions: How trustees are navigating AI

    Online webinar

    AI is already changing the way charities work. What does that mean for trustees? Where is it genuinely useful, where should boards be cautious and how on earth are trustees supposed to keep up? No technical knowledge required. Book here: https://eastsidepeople.org/resource/festival-of-trusteeship/ £24 Early Bird Weekly Pass until 30 Sept 2026, £30 thereafter.

    £24 – £30

  • Charity Trustees’ Week Afternoon Tea

    VWV London Office 24 King William St, London, United Kingdom

    Join us in our central London office to celebrate the trustee community. It’s an opportunity to connect with fellow trustees, hear from peers who’ll be sharing stories about the joys and challenges of the role, and raise a glass in appreciation. Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/charities-trustees-week-event-london-tickets-1998414733263?aff=oddtdtcreator

    Free

  • Effective Governance with Darwin Gray | 11.11.26 | Llywodraethu effeithiol gyda Darwin Gray

    Online webinar

    Charity trustees face regular governance challenges, including lack of clarity regarding trustees’ actual roles, managing conflicts of interest, concerns of weak oversight of finances and risk, and inadequate policies being in place. Couple these challenges with often reputational threats, and over-reliance on volunteers, and a perfect storm of poor decision making within the charity can […]

    Free

  • Trusteeship Transformed: Who gets a seat at the table?

    Online webinar

    Could one bold idea transform trusteeship? Hear a series of short, thought-provoking pitches on how we can attract and include a wider range of trustees, then vote for your favourite. Expect fresh thinking, lively debate and maybe a few controversial ideas from one of our most popular Festival formats. Book here: https://eastsidepeople.org/resource/festival-of-trusteeship/  

    Free

  • Trustees’ Week 2026: From Surviving to Thriving

    HCR Law, Lancaster House, Northampton, United Kingdom

    Join HCR Law and leading charity sector experts to explore how charities can move from surviving to thriving. Through practical insights, real-world experiences and expert discussion, discover strategies for strengthening governance, managing risk, building financial resilience, securing funding and creating sustainable, impactful organisations. Book here: https://www.hcrlaw.com/event/trustees-week-celebration-13-november-2026/

    Free

  • Goldilocks Governance: Big, small or just right?

    Online webinar

    Can a charity be too big? Too small? Or just right? Is bigger really better, are small charities more nimble, and what happens to governance as organisations grow or shrink? When it comes to charity size, are there a few fairy tales that need rewriting? Optional 30-minute discussions afterwards Book here: https://eastsidepeople.org/resource/festival-of-trusteeship/ £24 Early Bird […]

    £24 – £30

  • Young Trustees Shaping Tomorrow

    The Aldgate Centre Aldgate High Street, London

    Young Trustees Shaping Tomorrow welcomes current and aspiring young trustees in London to attend a day of connection and learning, discussing themes of belonging and power, as well as practical skills. Charity boards need transforming: join us to explore how this can become reality, with young people leading the charge. Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/young-trustees-shaping-tomorrow-tickets-1997969475485

    Free