As Chairs, you have regularly emphasised the value of learning from each other, so please save the dates for the upcoming Big Local Chairs Network meetings planned for the coming months!

The chairs network is an opportunity for all chairs involved in Big Local to connect, learn, and support each other in a group environment. As a Chair you may find yourself juggling many balls and dealing with small to complex challenges. The Chairs meeting provides an opportunity to sound out possible solutions to problems, receive feedback, gain different perspectives and receive support. It is acknowledged that as Big Local Areas will be at different stages of closing out, the support needs may be varied, and the sessions are designed to be flexible.

Programme of activity 2024-25

Over the next year, we’ll host regular facilitated sessions, each lasting 75 minutes. Each session will focus on two key elements: networking and reflection, with opportunities to explore topics and tools relevant to your role as a chair.

If you feel comfortable, please bring a challenge you are experiencing as a chair to the session. We will discuss them as a group and find solutions together.

Save the Dates

Session 1: Wednesday, 18th September 2024, 12:15pm – 1:30pm

Session 2: Wednesday, 13th November 2024, 6:00pm – 7:15pm

Session 3: Wednesday, 22nd January 2025, 12:15pm – 1:30pm

Session 4: Wednesday, 19th March 2025, 6:00pm – 7:15pm

All sessions will be delivered online and facilitated by Daksha Patel

Each session will follow the below agenda

Welcome and introduction

Chairs networking

Exploring challenges faced by chairs

Reflection and learning

Please take advantage of the opportunity to connect with fellow chairs, build your leadership skills and gain peer support. Join us and be part of an inspiring and supportive community!

A member of Local Trust will be present at each session to answer any questions or concerns you may have.

We would love to see you there. If you have any questions, please contact support@localtrust.org.uk.