You’re in good company!
Great work is already being done. Lots of organisations have young trustees on their boards already. Here are just a few amazing charities that are part of the movement.
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Upcoming Events
Join an event to get support and take practical next steps to achieve your trustee goals.
International, Online
Using Young Trustees Movement’s Conversations Toolkit
International, Online
Details
Region: International
Date: 04 November 2024 at 12:00
Price: Free
Boards thrive when they can take practical and meaningful action to innovate for greater diversity, inclusion and belonging.
Young Trustees Movement’s Conversations Toolkit supports trustees and board stakeholders to hold constructive conversations that enable this to happen.
This means boards and the causes they support are better able to: navigate uncertainty, make future-proofed decisions and reflect the interests of their communities.
In this session we’ll discuss the purpose of YTM’s Conversations Toolkit, best practice and research underpinning it, and how you can use it in the boardroom. Join this online event on Monday 4th November at 12-1pm.
The Conversations Toolkit:
- Guides boards through our 5 step process to identify and act on parts of their working culture that could be adapted to be more inclusive, in a way that is neither judgemental nor overwhelming
- Supports boards to build the muscle of creating change, to be clear on how inclusion is at the centre of good practice, how to practically work through barriers, and innovate towards better governance.
International, Online
Young Trustees Movement Community Cafe: The Launch
International, Online
Details
Region: International
Date: 05 November 2024 at 12:00
Price: Free
Are you a trustee under 30 or aspiring to become one? Join us at the Young Trustees Movement for the launch of our monthly online drop-in, The Young Trustees Movement Community Cafe!
When 1/12 trustees are named either John or David and fewer than 3% of trustees are under 30, it’s no secret that board diversity is an issue.
The Young Trustees Community Cafe is our way of levelling the playing field by giving young trustees the space to make meaningful networks and learn from one another.
This dynamic space was created by popular demand from young trustees like you. Connect with fellow young trustees, exchange insights, and dive into invaluable resources. Spend an hour in lively discussions, networking, and empowering each other.
Structure of each session (subject to change depending on attendees and speakers):
- Q&A with a young trustee
- Hear about trustee vacancies
- Breakout rooms for networking, sharing advice, and having meaningful conversations
- Reflections and feedback
Whether you're here to share your experiences or gather fresh ideas, this is your go-to spot for energising conversations and meaningful connections.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to be part of a thriving community and co-create what this space looks like going forwards.
International, Online
Young Trustee’s Movement’s Model Boardroom Series Drop-In
International, Online
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Region: International
Date: 06 November 2024 at 12:00
Price: Free
Are you interested in governance? Do you want to learn about being a trustee? Are you an aspiring or current trustee under 30?
Young Trustee Movement’s Model Boardroom Series presents mock boardroom situations, teaching you how to think like a trustee and engage with governance. Complete the gamified trustee training on YTM’s digital hub by the end of Trustees Week to receive your free certificate.
On Wednesday 6th November and Friday 8th November at 12-1pm, join our two drop-in sessions during Trustees Week. Complete the Model Boardroom Series training, whilst learning, connecting with others in the movement and having fun.
When 1/12 trustees are named either John or David and fewer than 3% of trustees are under 30, it’s no secret that board diversity is an issue. Young Trustee Movement’s Model Boardroom Series is a way to break down barriers to participating in trusteeship, through learning, and asking and answering questions on YTM’s digital hub. Don’t forget to sign up to it!
Trustee Vacancies
Lots of charity boards are recruiting now! Take a look at current vacancies and find the role that’s right for you.
Other, England – Yorkshire and the Humber
Gledhow Primary School
Other, England – Yorkshire and the Humber
Details
Website: https://www.gledhow.leeds.sch.uk/
Added: 13 October 2024
Expires: 15 November 2024
Type: Other
Region: England – Yorkshire and the Humber
Sector: Education and Advice
Gledhow Primary School is a three-form entry school in North Leeds with a wonderfully diverse pupil context. We are a friendly and happy school with super children, parents, governors and a great staff team.
The Governing Board is looking to strengthen the team with an individual who has a background in Building Management along with Health & Safety.
The appointed governor will be keen to contribute in many areas of the board activities and are looking to help continue our drive to improve educational outcomes.
Trustee, Scotland
The Bike Station
Trustee, Scotland
Details
Website: https://www.thebikestation.org.uk/
Added: 10 October 2024
Expires: 01 November 2024
Type: Trustee
Region: Scotland
Sector: Environmental
The Bike Station is a social enterprise and charitable company based in Edinburgh and Perth, with a mission to develop environmentally sustainable communities by empowering people to have greater freedom to move by bike.
We are particularly interested to hear from those with finance, business or marketing experience or training. We would equally like to hear from those in our communities who might have previously used our services. Previous board experience is not essential, as training will be provided.
We are keen to recruit trustees from diverse backgrounds and welcome applications from students or young people, women, ethnic minorities and people with disabilities.
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Trustee, Scotland
Cyrenians
Trustee, Scotland
Details
Website: https://cyrenians.scot/
Added: 09 October 2024
Expires: 28 October 2024
Type: Trustee
Region: Scotland
Sector: Welfare
Cyrenians is an innovative and compassionate charity, leading the way in tackling the causes and consequences of homelessness across Scotland. We're looking for new trustees to join our board and support our work.
About us
Our values-led and relationship-based services support people excluded from family, home, work, or communities. As need for our services has grown, so have we, and we’re looking for new trustees to contribute to our vision and five-year plan.
About the role
Our Board of Trustees are responsible for overseeing our governance, setting our strategy, and ensuring that we’re accountable and administered effectively.
We currently hold 2-hour Board meetings every six weeks, which you can join in-person or online. You will also have the opportunity to attend further internal and external events for learning and connection.
About you
We’d like to enhance our board to better reflect the diverse individuals and communities we work alongside, so we welcome applications from all backgrounds. Cyrenians is a place for learning, innovating and connecting, so whether you’re already an experienced trustee, or taking your first step, we’d love to hear from you.
Just some examples of the experience or expertise you may bring include:
Equality, diversity and inclusion Third sector leadership Digital strategy Social housing Legal You may bring different skills and strengths – more important is your passion to use your skills and experience in guiding and supporting us as we tackle the causes and consequences of homelessness.