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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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International, Online
Young People: Co-Create the Future of The Young Trustees Movement
International, Online
Details
Region: International
Date: 11 December 2024 at 12:00
Price: Free
Calling people under 30 in our movement and beyond!
We need your insights, to help us decide on our movement goals in the coming years.
Since 2019 we’ve been working across the charity sector to challenge the norm of governance and champion the role of young people in decision-making spaces. With your help and collaboration, we’ve become a small but mighty movement creating ripples across the sector.
Now in 2024, we want to reflect on where we’ve been, what our learning is and where we want to go.
This is where you come in. We’re inviting young people under the age of 30 to join us for an interactive conversation where you’ll have a chance to contribute to the Young Trustees Movement strategy in the coming years.
The conversation will be facilitated by young people and you’ll have an opportunity to connect with like-minded peers.
Who can join?
Anyone under 30. You can be an aspiring, current or young trustee or be new to trusteeship entirely.
What do I need to prepare?
Nothing! All we ask is for you to show up and be open to contributing in whatever way feels good for you. That could be verbally, writing in the chat, just listening.
Check out our blog for more information on our strategic review process.
International, Online
Young Trustees Movement Champion Training
International, Online
Details
Region: International
Date: 09 January 2025 at 12:00
Price: Free
A free 1 hour workshop that will leave you equipped to champion diversity on boards. This is held monthly, with new dates regularly added.
About this event: 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.
Join us in changing that. The first step is attending this workshop.
By the end of our 1 hour workshop you will:
- Be able to articulate and understand how young trustees can enable organisations to navigate uncertainty, future proof decisions and reflect the interest of their communities .
- Have a framework to understand how to approach diversity on boards.
- Be able to run a session with a board to plan practical and achievable next steps.
Thanks to our funders we can offer this workshops for free. Please note we cap tickets so that we can make these sessions meaningful - if you book your ticket please be mindful of this.
This event will be held on Zoom and you will receive the login details in a confirmation email. If you need any support registering for, or accessing, the event please contact hello@youngtrusteesmovement.org.
Website: www.youngtrusteesmovement.org Sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/young-trustees-movement-champion-training-tickets-123188392799
International, Online
Supporters: Co-Create the Future of The Young Trustees Movement
International, Online
Details
Region: International
Date: 21 January 2025 at 12:00
Price: Free
Calling organisations and individuals who support our work and want to see us succeed!
We need your insights, to help us decide on our movement goals in the coming years.
Since 2019 we’ve been working across the charity sector to challenge the norm of governance and champion the role of young people in decision-making spaces. With your help and collaboration, we’ve become a small but mighty movement creating ripples across the sector.
Now in 2024, we want to reflect on where we’ve been, what our learning is and where we want to go. This is where you come in. We’re inviting you, our allies, partners and collaborators to join us for an interactive conversation where you’ll have a chance to contribute to the Young Trustees Movement strategy in the coming years.
The conversation will be facilitated by young people and you’ll have an opportunity to connect with like-minded peers.
Who can join? Anyone!
What do I need to prepare? Nothing. All we ask is for you to show up and be open to contributing in whatever way feels good for you. That could be verbally, writing in the chat, just listening.
Check out our blog for more information on our strategic review process.
Trustee Vacancies
Lots of charity boards are recruiting now! Take a look at current vacancies and find the role that’s right for you.
Trustee, England – South West
Back Up
Trustee, England – South West
Details
Website: https://www.backuptrust.org.uk
Added: 05 December 2024
Expires: 05 January 2025
Type: Trustee
Region: England – South West
Sector: Health
Back Up is seeking to recruit 4 new trustees to add strength and depth to our board and support the work of this passionate charity as we look ahead to the future. It is an exciting time to join us.
Being a trustee is a voluntary role, therefore unpaid, but expenses including for travel are reimbursed.
About Back Up
Back Up is a national charity that inspires people affected by spinal cord injury to get the most out of life. We offer wheelchair skills training, an accredited mentoring service, life skills and activity courses, support returning to work or education, as well as support to family members of people with spinal cord injury. More information can be found out at www.backuptrust.org.uk
What does the role involve?
As a Back Up trustee, you’ll play a vital role in keeping the charity on track and accountable to the people we support. You’ll attend quarterly meetings where you’ll review the charity’s performance and make recommendations to ensure we meet our business objectives. There are also opportunities to utilise your professional experience by joining one of our committees and shaping our strategy on fundraising, finance, services, governance, and other areas of work. All our trustees are incredibly passionate about Back Up and work closely with our staff team to make a real difference to the lives of people affected by spinal cord injury. Being a Back Up trustee is fun, challenging and very rewarding.
What support and training will I receive?
New trustees receive a comprehensive induction and ongoing support from the Chair and CEO to become confident board members, fully aware of their role and responsibilities. Trustees are also encouraged to attend training courses to keep up to date with current legislation and to widen their experience. Joint meetings with staff help to build relationships and understanding to fulfil our mission.
Who should apply?
We’re happy to receive applications from everyone with the relevant passion and experience especially people affected by spinal cord injury. We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates with any one or more of the following areas of experience:
- Digital, Data and Systems
- Fundraising and Income Generation
- Commercial / Trading
- Marketing and Communications
- Third Sector Knowledge
We’re also seeking to improve the diversity of our board, so we’d welcome applicants from younger people and or people from an ethnic minority background.
Next steps You’ve read the pack, and you:
- Feel inspired by the work of Back Up
- Have read the role description and person specification and feel you could make a good trustee
So, it’s time to apply.
Please send your CV along with an accompanying letter explaining your reasons for applying and how you meet the person specification to our CEO, Abigail Lock, at abigail@backuptrust.org.uk
The deadline for completing the application is midnight on Sunday 5th January 2025. • All applications will be reviewed against the role description and person specification by a small team of trustees and the CEO by 10 January 2025. • Everyone will be contacted by email or phone with regards to the success of your application at this stage and you’ll have the opportunity to get feedback if you are not successful. • If you have been shortlisted, you’ll be invited for a one hour online interview with two trustees and the CEO on Tuesday 21st January 2025 with a second round in person interview on Wednesday 29th January 2025 Please advise us in your application if you cannot make these dates. • If you are successful you’ll be asked to attend your first trustee meeting as an observer to be held on Wednesday 5th February 2025 • We expect you’ll have more questions, and if so you can get in touch with either Abigail, the CEO or Damian the Chair.
Other, England – East Midlands
Derbyshire Dales Community Energy
Other, England – East Midlands
Details
Website: https://derbyshiredalesenergy.org.uk/
Added: 05 December 2024
Expires: 30 April 2025
Type: Other
Region: England – East Midlands
Sector: Environmental
Derbyshire Dales Community Energy is looking for enthusiastic directors and volunteers to help manage our activities and increase our impact. If you’re interested in community energy, want to tackle climate change, and have a few hours to spare each month, we would love to hear from you!
Trustee, England – South West
Cornwall Buildings Preservation Trust
Trustee, England – South West
Details
Website: https://cornwallbpt.org.uk/
Added: 01 December 2024
Expires: 06 January 2025
Type: Trustee
Region: England – South West
Sector: Environmental
We are seeking young Trustees interested in the regeneration of historic buildings who are looking for career development opportunities.
The Trust would like to recruit up to six Trustees to join the existing Board of eight that mainly comprises working people in the built heritage sector. It wants to broaden its skills set and is keen to attract younger Trustees who may be looking for career development opportunities that it could support. CBPT is especially interested in people who can offer:
- Successful advocacy, networking and PR experience within a local community context
- Knowledge of potential new projects
- Digital skills with an interest in website management and increasing the digital capabilities and outreach of the Trust
- Fundraising experience
- Financial management skills
- Understanding of property law and/or community ownership companies
- Experience of historic buildings research and analysis
- Links to Higher Education establishments that offer heritage-related practical or professional skills training
The Trust is looking for enthusiastic people who can take a proactive role in expanding its activities. Prior Board experience is not necessary as support and training will be provided.