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Leading with clarity: How strategic leadership enabled PGS to succeed
VWV Narrow Quay, BristolJoin 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
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Access to pro bono legal advice and support with LawWorks | 09.11.26 | Mynediad at gyngor a chymorth cyfreithiol pro bono gyda LawWorks
Online webinarLawWorks is a charity working in England and Wales to enable access to justice through free legal advice. To celebrate Trustees’ Week, LawWorks is partnering with WCVA to deliver an online session explaining how LawWorks can help by connecting volunteer lawyers with non-profit organisations in need of free legal advice Elusen yw LawWorks sy’n gweithio […]
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Festival Launch: How will tomorrow’s boards be different?
Online webinarWhat 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/
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The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act | 09.11.26 | Y Ddeddf Troseddau Economaidd a Thryloywder Corfforaethol
Online webinarCompanies 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 […]
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From Surviving to Thriving: Building Resilient Charities for the Future
Online webinarJoin 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/
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Building board chemistry: What makes boards click?
Online webinarWhat’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.
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Dealing with Serious Incidents with Hugh James | 09.11.26 | Ymdrin â Digwyddiadau Difrifol gyda Hugh James
Online webinarSerious incident reporting is a key governance responsibility for charity trustees, but deciding when a report is required can be challenging. This practical session explains what constitutes a serious incident, when reports should be made to the Charity Commission, common pitfalls to avoid, and the steps trustees can take to respond confidently and effectively. Mae […]
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Public trust and trustee experience research | 09.11.26 | Ymchwil ar ymddiriedau cyhoeddus a phrofiad ymddiriedolwyr
Online webinarJoin 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 […]
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Charity Trustees’ Reception
St George's BristolJoin us for a free drinks reception at St George's Bristol to celebrate the hard work of charity trustees and their organisations! Open to all trustees, aspiring trustees, and those working in the charity sector, we’d be pleased to see you there for casual conversation and connection with like-minded people. Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/trustees-week-reception-2026-tickets-1999023547242?aff=oddtdtcreator
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The Joy of Trusteeship
Online webinarWhy do so many trustees love what they do? In this lively, audience-led session, people interested in trusteeship can put their questions directly to trustees. Come with your questions and leave with a fresh perspective on what trusteeship can offer. Already a trustee? You're warmly encouraged to come along and share your experiences. Book here: […]
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Working with the Public Ombudsman for Wales | 10.11.26 | Gweithio gydag Ombwdsmon Gwasanaethau Cyhoeddus Cymru
Online webinarThird sector organisations play a vital role in supporting people who experience problems with public services in Wales. In our presentation, we will explain how we want to work more closely with the sector to increase awareness of our office, promote our accessibility services and support referrals of complaints that fall within our jurisdiction. Mae […]
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Income Generation Health Check | 10.11.26 | Gwiriad Iechyd Cynhyrchu Incwm
Online webinarTrustees play a key role in the financial sustainability of their organisation. Regular organisational health checks help assess current income generation capacity, identify gaps, and highlight areas for improvement. This session will support trustees to understand what an effective health check should include, explore practical approaches to conducting one, and identify useful resources to strengthen […]
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Boards, Bots and Big Questions: How trustees are navigating AI
Online webinarAI 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.
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Not a numbers person? 10 questions every trustee should ask
Online webinarYou don’t need to be a finance whizz to make a useful contribution to financial discussions – but you do need to know what to ask. Discover ten simple questions that will help you understand your charity’s finances, spot trouble early and contribute with confidence around the board table. Book here: https://eastsidepeople.org/resource/festival-of-trusteeship/ £24 Early Bird […]
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The Great Merger Debate
Online webinarShould far more charities be merging, or is merger too often touted as the answer to problems it can’t solve? Hear our speakers make the case for and against as they battle it out over one of the sector’s thorniest questions. You decide where you sit on the issue. Book here: https://eastsidepeople.org/resource/festival-of-trusteeship/ £24 Early Bird […]
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Charity Trustees’ Week Afternoon Tea
VWV London Office 24 King William St, London, United KingdomJoin 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
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Data Protection tips with the Information Commissioner’s Officer | 11.11.26 | Awgrymiadau diogelu data gyda Swyddfa’r Comisiynydd Gwybodaeth
Online webinarThis session aims to break down what the ICO expects from charities when handling personal data, with practical tips you can use day-to-day. We’ll look at how to stay compliant, reduce risk, and build trust, covering topics such as accountability, people’s rights, and how to make data protection part of everyday work Nod y sesiwn […]
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Charity Reporting and Accounting | 11.11.26 | Adroddiadau a Chyfrifon Elusennau
Online webinarWith a new SORP and recent changes to accounting thresholds, the Charity Commission has updated its guidance on accounting and reporting. In this session you will be able to find out about the Commission's updated guidance to help trustees understand the changes to how charities report and prepare their accounts. Gyda Datganiad newydd o'r Arfer […]
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Trusteeship Today: Turning research into better boards
Online webinarWhat does the latest research tell us about charity trustees? Hear from leading researchers as they share fresh evidence on how boards are changing, what's helping trustees succeed and where the biggest challenges lie. Most importantly, what can we actually do with what they've found? Book here: https://eastsidepeople.org/resource/festival-of-trusteeship/ £24 Early Bird Weekly Pass until 30 […]
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Effective Governance with Darwin Gray | 11.11.26 | Llywodraethu effeithiol gyda Darwin Gray
Online webinarCharity 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 […]
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There may be trouble ahead: What should trustees really worry about?
Online webinarWhat really leads to a charity's downfall? What should keep trustees awake at night and what are we wasting our time worrying about? Hear different perspectives on the risks that really matter, from financial shocks to unhealthy cultures, and find out where trustees really need to be paying attention. Book here: https://eastsidepeople.org/resource/festival-of-trusteeship/ £24 Early Bird […]
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Trustees Like Us: Where are all of the working class trustees?
Online webinarCharity boards often talk about diversity, but what about class? Why are working class people still so under-represented around our board tables? Join our panel to explore what gets in the way, what we're missing as a result and what charities can do differently. Stay afterwards for optional 30-minute discussions. Book here: https://eastsidepeople.org/resource/festival-of-trusteeship/
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Barking up the wrong tree? What trustees get wrong about fundraising
Online webinarTrustees can be one of a charity’s greatest fundraising assets, but we can also, with the best of intentions, get it spectacularly wrong. Join our panel for a look at common fundraising howlers, myths and missteps, what fundraisers and funders wish boards understood. No fundraising background required. Book here: https://eastsidepeople.org/resource/festival-of-trusteeship/ £24 Early Bird Weekly Pass […]
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Arts & Business Bites: People Matter – The Board as an Employer
Online webinarCelebrate Trustee Week 2026 with Arts & Business NI as we explore The Board as an Employer. Join A&BNI Trustee Stephen McCrystall for a practical discussion on governance, board responsibilities and people-centred leadership. Ideal for trustees, CEOs and governance professionals. The 45-minute online session will be recorded and available afterwards. Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/arts-business-bites-people-matter-the-board-as-an-employer-tickets-1994304871556?aff=oddtdtcreator
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When boards turn toxic
Online webinarMost boards experience disagreement and conflict from time to time. But what happens when relationships between trustees, or between the board and staff, break down? Our panel will explore the warning signs of a toxic board, why conflict escalates, the particular role of the chair and what trustees can do. Book here: https://eastsidepeople.org/resource/festival-of-trusteeship/ £24 Early […]
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Someone Is Gambling With Your Charity’s Money | 12.11.26 | Mae Rhywun yn Gamblo Gydag Arian Eich Elusen
Online webinarWith energy markets remaining unpredictable, making procurement decisions based on speculation can put charity budgets at risk. This webinar explores how understanding your organisation's appetite for risk, choosing the right contract, and prioritising long-term financial stability can help protect funding and support the services your beneficiaries rely on. Gyda’r marchnadoedd ynni yn parhau i fod […]
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Brave boards in an age of hostility
Online webinarIt can feel harder than ever to lead a charity. What happens when your cause attracts public criticism, political pressure or outright hostility? When should a board speak up rather than keep its head down? Real-life case studies - hear from boards that have faced difficult choices and what they did. Book here: https://eastsidepeople.org/resource/festival-of-trusteeship/ £24 […]
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Trusteeship Transformed: Who gets a seat at the table?
Online webinarCould 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/
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Show me the money: a trustee’s guide to fundraising
Online webinarWhere does charity income actually come from, and what's working in 2026? From grants and donations to trading and major gifts, get to grips with how charities can bring in money and hear expert insights on the latest fundraising trends and what trustees need to know. No fundraising background required. Book here: https://eastsidepeople.org/resource/festival-of-trusteeship/ £24 Early […]
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Trustees’ Week 2026: From Surviving to Thriving
HCR Law, Lancaster House, Northampton, United KingdomJoin 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/
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Goldilocks Governance: Big, small or just right?
Online webinarCan 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 […]
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Festival Close: Well, this is awkward…
Online webinarA series of tricky governance scenarios where you decide what happens next. The CEO has just resigned. Two trustees aren't speaking. The charity is taking a battering in the press. Someone's eaten the last biscuit. What now? Book here: https://eastsidepeople.org/resource/festival-of-trusteeship/ £24 Early Bird Weekly Pass until 30 Sept 2026, £30 thereafter.
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Young Trustees Shaping Tomorrow
The Aldgate Centre Aldgate High Street, LondonYoung 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
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