This two-part event will take place over 2 lunchtimes one week apart and is aimed at giving trustees from community organisations and small charities the essential tools to perform their role safely and effectively.

This training is being delivered as part of Support Cambridgeshire’s Governance Month

Part 1 of 2 Wednesday 6th Nov 12 noon – 1.30pm

Part 2 of 2 Thursday 14th Nov 12 noon – 1.30pm

We are encouraging trustees to book for both sessions - each have a separate booking page.

Who is it for?

Those interested in finding out about becoming a trustee, new trustees or experienced trustees looking for a refresher and those working alongside trustees.

What is it about?

Part 1 taking place on Wed 6th Nov 12 noon – 1.30pm will provide trustees with an overview of their role and the responsibilities including:

What Public Benefit means and how that makes an organisation charitable;

Legal duties of Trustees;

Safeguarding the charity’s values, aims and objectives;

Part 2 of 2 Thursday 14th Nov 12 noon – 1.30pm will focus on running an effective board including:

A closer look at trustee liabilities

How Trustees should manage the strategic decision making, such as budgets, finance and policies

Risk Management

Effective operational management

This course will be delivered by one of our development team who have a wealth of experience working with trustee boards across the voluntary sector. The trainer will be happy to stay on after the main session if anyone wishes to ask further questions

By registering for this course you agree to abide by the Support Cambridgeshire Cancellation Policy

How to book (event lead to edit as appropriate)

This training is free to any community group operating in Cambridgeshire

Please note that by registering for this course you agree to abide by the Support Cambridgeshire Cancellation Policy

If you have any questions, please contact enquiries@cambridgecvs.org.uk

Essential skills for Trustees – event over two lunchtimes - PART 1