Trustee Network
Solihull’s Trustee Network is the virtual meeting place for anyone responsible for governing a charity or voluntary group in Solihull. By joining the Trustee Network, you will have access to a regular supply of useful information relating to a trustee role, including finance, law, governance and other topics important to the successful running of a charity. You can also use it as a way to keep in touch with other trustees – to share your ideas, issues and experiences.
To join the network simply email Claire and send us your name, organisation name and preferred contact details. You’ll receive an email bulletin every two months and can use it to connect with fellow trustees.
Governing with confidence: Leading through change
18th October 2010 The Brewery, London, EC1
Join NCVO for this must attend event for anyone associated wth trustee boards. This well established and popular conferencea wide selection of workshops offering advice and information on governance and leadership practices plus legal and policy updates.
Hear from inspirational keynote speakers: Peter White, BBC Radio 4 and 2010 charity award winner Julia Unwin CBE, Joseph Rowntree Foundation.
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The first ever national Trustee Week will take place from 25th to 31st October 2010. Led by the Charity Commission the week aims to promote and celebrate the role trustees play in running organisations across the sector. More information soon!
Designed for trustees in all sizes of organisation, the National Occupational Standards describe the knowledge and skills trustees need to perform to the highest level. Available at www.skills-thirdsector.org.uk.
This recently updated Charity Commission publication covers everything you need to know to carry out your trustee role effectively. The latest revisions include good practice on environmental sustainability. Read The Essential Trustee