Association of Chairs are running a Peer Support Group for London Chairs and Vice Chairs on Wednesday 12 February 2025 from 5:30pm - 8:00pm in London. This event will include discussions on how can we develop charity and non-profit boards. Book here buff.ly/4jMA9sC

Are you a chair of a charity or non-profit in London? Join our next peer support session – a face-to-face, two-hour facilitated evening session, made possible thanks to funding from City Bridge Foundation. associationofchairs.org.uk/events/peer-su…

New Chair? Check out this briefing from Association of Chairs 👇🏽 ⏰ Tuesday 11 February at 10-1pm #YoungTrustee #Trustee #Chair

Tomorrow's the day! 🎉 #SCVOGathering kicks off at EICC! Haven't registered yet? Last-minute spots may still be available for some sessions. Join thousands of voluntary sector colleagues on Feb 4-5. Check availability: bit.ly/3VHwAt6

Online workshop for new chairs – next Tuesday 11 February, 10am-1pm. Book here: associationofchairs.org.uk/events/new-cha… Join us for a practical, engaging session designed to build your skills and confidence. Learn about legal duties, good governance, and building collaborative relationships 💬

Come along to the London peer support session, Wednesday 12 February, to discuss some of the topics raised in our recently launched consultation: associationofchairs.org.uk/events/peer-su… Fill in the consultation here: surveymonkey.com/r/SVYQHYM

In our latest blog Rishi Lad reflects on his journey to becoming a young leader and making an impact! 💡 💬 "By stepping into leadership roles now, we can inspire future generations and prove that age is no barrier to success" 🔗 Take a read: youngtrusteesmovement.org/blog/from-appr…

Chair in London? Free on Wednesday? ❓ Check out Association of Chairs Peer Support Group Session 👇🏽 This month's topic is 'How can we develop charity and non-profit boards?' 🩵 You can still take part in their consultation if you can't make it: surveymonkey.com/r/SVYQHYM

The Association of Chairs has a consultation on how non-profit governance could change, develop and improve. It aims to find out how chairs, trustees, and CEOs want boards to be different in 5 or 10 years. Please complete and share with your network! associationofchairs.org.uk/2025/01/29/our…

It’s a bit murky in York today but I’ve had a buzzing morning with Association of Chairs Jane Hustwit & Gaby at St Leonards Hospice planning a podcast AND I unexpectedly got to see the ever fabulous Elly Fiorentini chatting with emma johnson. #WinningWednesday

"People who are on a charity board should be prepared to challenge and be challenged." Our chair Joe Saxton spoke to ICAEW about trustee skills and the future of the sector – including our consultation: icaew.com/insights/viewp…

Chairs based in London – or who chair charities serving Greater London – are invited to our next peer support session (thanks to specialist funder City Bridge Foundation) 💬 Dr Andy Bird will lead a workshop on coaching and mentoring. Book your free place: associationofchairs.org.uk/events/peer-su…

Is your charity planning to fundraise for a specific purpose? It’s important to think carefully about how you word your appeal and what records you’ll need to keep. Read our guidance on writing fundraising appeals: gov.uk/government/pub…?

🚀 How can boards be more effective? 🚀 Many boards face challenges that limit their impact - but with the right strategies, they can drive real change. Association of Chairs explores common pitfalls & how to overcome them. Read more ▶️ tinyurl.com/n3vp3b2n

Our next 'Chairing Essentials' lunchtime webinar (Tuesday 29 April) will cover: Planning meetings Facilitating productive board conversations Post-meeting tasks: actions, minutes, implementation And more! Tickets are £50, or free if you are a member: tickets.sheepcrm.com/aoc/event/67c9…

📊🔍 New research published with PBE into trustee motivation and skills Findings show that charity trustees are “immensely positive” about their experience. Find out more: gov.uk/government/new…

The Charity Commission & PBE have published a new report on trustee skills, satisfaction, & demographics. Our chair Joe Saxton full response: linkedin.com/feed/update/ur… 'Trusteeship – a positive opportunity' can be downloaded for free here: probonoeconomics.com/trusteeship-a-…

. Association of Chairs has extended its membership offer to entire charity and non-profit boards in a bid to strengthen governance in the sector civilsociety.co.uk/news/associati…

On Friday 23 May we were victim to a cyber attack. Our website is now at associationofchairs.co.uk. There is no evidence that personal data has been compromised. Member logins are securely held by SheepCRM. Members can access their resources as usual at app.sheepcrm.com/aoc.