Training for Young People

Young people have so much to bring to the charity sector and governance but may not feel they have the experience, skills or knowledge to thrive in a trustee role. We offer a wide variety of training to help increase young people's confidence in these areas.

Below you will find overviews of all the different types of training we offer, as well as information on how to register.

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.

Format

Interactive and practical, broken up with regular breaks and varied activities to suit all learning styles.

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What We'll Cover

What Trustees Do: Learn what being on a board involves and why your voice matters.
Charity Regulation 101: Understand how charities in England, Scotland, Northern Ireland & Wales are regulated.
The Six 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.
Applying for a Role: Learn where to search for vacancies, what green & red flags to watch out for when applying, and where to get additional application support.
Wrap-Up & Q&A: Ask questions and hear from our trainer about their own experiences of being a young trustee themselves.

Understanding Charity Finances

2 hours | Online | £75.00

It can be daunting to be faced with a charity’s financial statements and not know how to read and understand them. If you’re a young trustee looking to feel more confident when it comes to financial accounts and budgets, this training is for you. Understanding Charity Finances is a supportive session designed to equip you with the practical skills you need to understand where your charity is at when it comes to money.

Format

Interactive and practical, broken up with regular breaks and varied activities to suit all learning styles.

What We'll Cover

Financial Oversight & Duties: Get a clear overview of of your legal & financial duties as a trustee.
Charity Reporting Demystified: Learn what financial accounts and reports actually show and the things to look out for when reading them.
Cracking the Jargon: Master key terms (such as restricted vs. unrestricted funds, Profit & Loss sheets) in plain, simple English.
Reading the Numbers: Walk through a
Statement of Financial Activities (SoFA) with our trainer and look at a number of case studies.
Curiosity as Your Superpower: Discover why you don't need to be a maths genius to understand charity finances, and how asking simple questions can make you a great trustee.
Wrap-Up & Q&A: Reflect on key takeaways and ask any lingering questions you have in a supportive, 'no such thing as a silly question' space.

Board Boost - OUR Trustee Accelerator Programme

3 months | Online | £995.00

Board Boost is our trustee development programme that supports participants’ professional growth by equipping them with the skills and knowledge they need to develop in their role. On top of six core learning modules, participants will be paired with a mentor who has experience of being a young trustee themselves and who will work with them on a project or area in which they’re hoping to develop. Board Boost’s blend of independent learning, mentoring and group work is designed to provide holistic support to young people who are ready to take the next step up in governance.

If you’re already a trustee and looking to increase your confidence and skillset amongst a group of young trustees like yourself, this training is for you.

Format

A 3-month blended learning programme featuring interactive online workshops, 1:1 online mentoring, and flexible sessions structured with regular breaks to support all learning styles.

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What We'll Cover

Financial Oversight & Duties: Get a clear overview of of your legal & financial duties as a trustee.
Charity Reporting Demystified: Learn what financial accounts and reports actually show and the things to look out for when reading them.
Cracking the Jargon: Master key terms (such as restricted vs. unrestricted funds, Profit & Loss sheets) in plain, simple English.
Reading the Numbers: Walk through a
Statement of Financial Activities (SoFA) with our trainer and look at a number of case studies.
Curiosity as Your Superpower: Discover why you don't need to be a maths genius to understand charity finances, and how asking simple questions can make you a great trustee.
Wrap-Up & Q&A: Reflect on key takeaways and ask any lingering questions you have in a supportive, 'no such thing as a silly question' space.

Community Cafe

1 hour | Online | Free

While it's not a formal training session, our monthly online Community Café is a friendly drop-in space where you'll get the opportunity to meet young people who are trustees already or who are interested in becoming a trustee. It’s a great opportunity to share experiences, ask questions and get tips from your peers.

Format

Informal, drop-in online sessions designed to be low-energy, welcoming, and interactive, with plenty of space to chat at your own pace.

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What We'll Cover

Get Inspiration: Hear from others who are making an impact and tearing down barriers across the sector.
Resource & Opportunity Sharing: Hear about the newest & most exciting trustee opportunities that have opened and any resources available to help your development.
Providing Support: Share your challenges, celebrate your wins and swap practical advice around trusteeship with your peers.