Becoming a trustee: what you need to know – 1 hour 15 mins | Online | Free
Are you not sure what a trustee actually is, and what they do? This accessible, jargon-free session explains how charity governance works and is designed to give you the confidence to explore applying for a role, showing you how your unique perspective and strengths can help shape a charity’s future.
What We’ll Cover:
- What is a Trustee? Learn what being on a board actually involves and why your voice matters.
- Charity Regulation 101: Understand how charities in England, Scotland, Northern Ireland & Wales are regulated.
- The 6 Core Duties: Discover the essential responsibilities of a trustee as set out by regulators.
- Finding the Right Cause: Explore the different types of charities there are to see where your passions fit best.
- Landing Your First Role: Learn where to search for vacancies, what green & red flags to look for when applying, and where to get additional application support.
- Wrap-Up & Q&A: Ask questions and hear from our trainer about their experiences as a young trustee themselves.
Format: Online & interactive to suit a range of different learning styles.
Learn More About the Young Trustees Movement: https://youngtrusteesmovement.org/