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Together with our network, we inspire and support civil society leaders through connection, skills and influence. Our members lead civil society organisations of every shape and size across England and Wales: acevo.org.uk

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AI: just because you can doesnโ€™t always mean you should AI brings benefits and risks. Before taking the plunge, itโ€™s worth considering whether your charity needs AI just yet. And if not, whatโ€™s the alternative?

Huh. The link didn't activate, weirdly. Here it is again with the nice pic too ๐Ÿ‘‰ shorturl.at/beAzb @acevo.bsky.social

05.06.2025 14:41 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
2025 CAF x ACEVO โ€“ You, your charity and the sector

Charity leaders, we need you! Our sectorโ€™s strength relies on real data from those leading it. Take 15 minutes to complete the CEO Pay & Equalities Survey and make a difference.

survey.alchemer.eu/s3/90830068/...

06.05.2025 13:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
In Good Company with Martyn Drake, Jane Ide and Sarah Elliott
YouTube video by Martyn Drake In Good Company with Martyn Drake, Jane Ide and Sarah Elliott

Social change requires collective action. But what does that mean for an organisationโ€™s leadership, culture, and even strategy, if itโ€™s serious?

Quite a lot as it turns out.

My conversation with @janeideceo.bsky.social of @acevo.bsky.social and Sarah Elliott of NCVO: youtu.be/lFuptoVaaSE

27.03.2025 08:35 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
'Leadership Worth Sharing,' a podcast by ACEVO x CharityComms, featuring headshots of three speakers against a green background.

'Leadership Worth Sharing,' a podcast by ACEVO x CharityComms, featuring headshots of three speakers against a green background.

Quote from James Harris, Director of Communications and Campaigns at Rethink Mental Illness, in white text, reads: โ€œComms people [are] the radically candid ones who will pipe up if you canโ€™t explain that really important, complex thing youโ€™re doing to your imaginary 15-year-old son, niece, or mate down the pub, then youโ€™re in trouble. You need people like those in your organisation.โ€ At the bottom is โ€˜Leadership Worth Sharing,โ€™ a podcast by ACEVO x CharityComms on a turquoise background.

Quote from James Harris, Director of Communications and Campaigns at Rethink Mental Illness, in white text, reads: โ€œComms people [are] the radically candid ones who will pipe up if you canโ€™t explain that really important, complex thing youโ€™re doing to your imaginary 15-year-old son, niece, or mate down the pub, then youโ€™re in trouble. You need people like those in your organisation.โ€ At the bottom is โ€˜Leadership Worth Sharing,โ€™ a podcast by ACEVO x CharityComms on a turquoise background.

Quote from Jenni Regan, CEO of IMIX, in blue text, reads: โ€œCommunications is leadership. Itโ€™s not about just visibility. Itโ€™s really about shaping how people think, how they act, how they feel. [Donโ€™t be] afraid to make mistakes and change if something is not working...donโ€™t be afraid to just take a bit of a step back and then get back to it when you know what youโ€™re doing better.โ€ At the bottom is โ€˜Leadership Worth Sharing,โ€™ a podcast by ACEVO x CharityComms on a turquoise background.

Quote from Jenni Regan, CEO of IMIX, in blue text, reads: โ€œCommunications is leadership. Itโ€™s not about just visibility. Itโ€™s really about shaping how people think, how they act, how they feel. [Donโ€™t be] afraid to make mistakes and change if something is not working...donโ€™t be afraid to just take a bit of a step back and then get back to it when you know what youโ€™re doing better.โ€ At the bottom is โ€˜Leadership Worth Sharing,โ€™ a podcast by ACEVO x CharityComms on a turquoise background.

CharityComms takes over @acevo.bsky.social Leadership Worth Sharing podcast! Our CEO, @awarley.bsky.social, is joined by speakers from IMIX and @rethinkcharity.bsky.social as they explore the role of strategic communications in addressing todayโ€™s biggest challenges. Listen here: bit.ly/4hAHf13

25.03.2025 10:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 7    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Free anti-racism guide urges charities to move beyond diversity initiatives

Free anti-racism guide from @acevo.bsky.social & @v4ce.bsky.social urges charities to move beyond diversity initiatives

17.03.2025 13:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Whistleblowers are good for charities: how to create a healthy speak up culture - ACEVO Charities rely on public confidence more than most. One of the best ways to build trust, externally and internally, is to get whistleblowing right.

Whistleblowers are good for charities: how to create a healthy speak up culture

www.acevo.org.uk/2025/03/whis...

18.03.2025 09:53 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Navigating change with your core values compass - ACEVO By Atkinson HR Change is inevitable in civil society leadership. Whether itโ€™s responding to shifting political landscapes, scaling your organisationโ€™s impact, or restructuring to meet new challenges. ...

Navigating change with your core values compass: www.acevo.org.uk/2025/03/navi...

14.03.2025 10:09 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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What do you do when progress comes under attack? - ACEVO By Peter Gilheany, director at Forster Communications. It feels like the global order, consensus and approach to what you might group together as progressive issues is going through a shock and reset ...

What do you do when progress comes under attack?
www.acevo.org.uk/2025/03/what...

14.03.2025 10:09 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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Moving on - ACEVO By Ian Baker, director at Catalys It is a year since I stood down as CEO from the UK forestry NGO, Small Woods Association, and now feels a good time to look at the process of moving on and what I hav...

Moving on: www.acevo.org.uk/2025/03/movi...

14.03.2025 10:09 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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ACEVO recommends is a monthly blog that curates noteworthy resources, content, and events pertinent to sector leaders. ACEVO recommends is a monthly blog that curates noteworthy resources, content, and events pertinent to sector leaders.

ACEVO recommends: March 2025

www.acevo.org.uk/2025/03/acev...

14.03.2025 10:09 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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AI for charities: how civil society leaders can stay ahead of the curve - ACEVO By Qlic IT for Charities. Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the nonprofit sector, offering ample opportunities for charities to streamline processes, enhance fundraising efforts, an...

A few blogs that went live on our website in the past few days:

AI: how can civil society leaders stay ahead of the curve: www.acevo.org.uk/2025/03/ai-f...

14.03.2025 10:09 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Why charity CEOs with children are crucial for social justice - ACEVO By Verena Hefti MBE, CEO Leaders Plus Leadership in the charity sector is a critical force for social change, yet it often mirrors the inequalities it seeks to address. Consider this: only 34% of the ...

Why having CEO who also care for children is a social justice issue. Article by @vhefti.bsky.social on @acevo.bsky.social www.acevo.org.uk/2025/02/why-...

07.03.2025 08:52 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

We know we haven't posted here in a while, but we are still trying to figure out what, how, and when to post on BlueSky. Is there anything you'd like to see here from us?

11.03.2025 15:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Wembley stadium!

Wembley stadium!

Glad to be headed to the @acevo.bsky.social conference today. Looking forward to spending time being challenged, inspired and meeting colleagues from across the third sector! Well done @janeideceo.bsky.social and team for a great agenda! #ACEVOFest

04.03.2025 09:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Live data: your charity's coach for better decisions - ACEVO By Ryan Miemczyk, director of research at Trust Impact In my day job, I am a Director of Research at Trust Impact, a social impact and data consultancy, working with charities to define their strategy...

๐Ÿ’กCharities, itโ€™s time to ditch the rearview mirror! Live data helps you make smarter, real-time decisions and not just report on the past.

I wrote this for @acevo.bsky.social & would love your thoughts! Please give it a read & share, or come and talk to me @ #ACEVOFest!

#Charity #LiveData

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27.02.2025 10:19 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The recording of the session is now available: www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5-w...

26.02.2025 12:08 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Strengthen your charityโ€™s bids with effective reporting - ACEVO By Charitylog Winning funding is about more than just making a good caseโ€”itโ€™s about proving your impact. Funders need to see clear, compelling evidence that their investment in your charity is making ...

Winning funding is about more than just making a good case... read our new blog on the @acevo.bsky.social site ๐Ÿ‘‡ www.acevo.org.uk/2025/02/stre...

24.02.2025 13:29 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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"Iโ€™ve learned that networking isnโ€™t about asking for something or proving your worth. Instead, itโ€™s about creating meaningful connections rooted in mutual respect and curiosity." ๐Ÿค

Gurpreet reflects on the Future Leaders training with Kita Ikoku and @acevo.bsky.social!

๐Ÿ”— ow.ly/ESFl50V3qvL

20.02.2025 14:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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On parting - ACEVO By Paul Streets, outgoing CEO of Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales. โ€˜Remember, when youโ€™re no longer a CEO, no one is paid to listen to you anymoreโ€™ Over the last 18 months I have been work...

On June 2024, former CEO of the @lbfew.bsky.social Paul Streets wrote a blog about leaving a job and a career he loved: www.acevo.org.uk/2024/06/on-p...

Now, 9 months on, Paul shares an update on how it's going: www.acevo.org.uk/2025/02/post...

18.02.2025 14:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Today is the LAST DAY you can buy a ticket to attend ACEVOFest in person! Go go go! www.acevo.org.uk

14.02.2025 08:32 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

"What makes your organisation more impactful โ€” & your workload more manageable โ€” also makes it more representative & inclusive".

#Charities #Charity

28.01.2025 17:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Make life easier for funders - ACEVO Smart, professional reporting saves your funders time and trouble. Theyโ€™ll love you for it.

If you make life easier for your funders it's likely they'll remember next time you apply for funding. Read our new blog on the @acevo.bsky.social website:

๐Ÿ‘‰ www.acevo.org.uk/2025/02/make...

06.02.2025 17:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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ACEVO recommends: February 2025 - ACEVO ACEVO recommendsย is a monthly blog that curates noteworthy resources, content, and events pertinent to sector leaders. Consultation on developing a strategy for improving charity governance How should...

ACEVO recommends is a monthly blog that curates noteworthy resources, content, and events pertinent to sector leaders

Here it is: www.acevo.org.uk/2025/02/acev...

05.02.2025 13:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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ACEVO recommends: February 2025 - ACEVO ACEVO recommendsย is a monthly blog that curates noteworthy resources, content, and events pertinent to sector leaders. Consultation on developing a strategy for improving charity governance How should...

The latest ACEVO recommends blog is now live - ACEVO recommends started a thread when Twitter was a nice place to be. As we moved away from Twitter, ACEVO recommends found a new home: our blog!

www.acevo.org.uk/2025/02/acev...

05.02.2025 13:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
30 days to go

30 days to go

We will be together on day one of #ACEVOFest in one month!

In person tickets available until 14 Feb: acevo.my.site.com/s/community-...

04.02.2025 14:53 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Moving from not racist to anti-racist | The King's Fund Anti-racism isnโ€™t comfortable work, but it is urgent work. And we all have a part to play. Joy Warmington and Simon Newitt suggest how we can bring anti-racism work to life.

Today marks the start of Race Equality week, aimed at addressing the barriers to race equality in the workplace. In March, we explored what it means to move from not racist to anti-racist. Find out more in our blog. #EveryActionCounts

www.kingsfund.org.uk/insight-and-...

03.02.2025 15:04 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 9    ๐Ÿ” 5    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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By attending in person, you'll have the opportunity to connect with fellow leaders, engage with exhibitors, and get direct support from our member team. Donโ€™t miss out on the full experienceโ€”visit our website and book your ticket

www.acevo.org.uk

03.02.2025 15:23 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
ACEVOFest 2025 Tuesday 4 and Wednesday 5 March

ACEVOFest 2025 Tuesday 4 and Wednesday 5 March

Donโ€™t wait too long to secure your spot at ACEVOFest, especially if you are considering attending day one (4 March) in person in London. Tickets for the in-person event in London are only available until 14 February

www.acevo.org.uk

03.02.2025 15:23 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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What makes your organisation more impactful โ€” and your workload more manageable โ€” also makes it more representative and inclusive - ACEVO By Duncan Exley, a consultant working with not-for-profits wanting to reach and recruit beyond their usual demographics. ACEVOโ€™s latest Pay & Equalities Survey report contains invaluable data, some of...

Read more: www.acevo.org.uk/2025/01/what... by @duncanexley.bsky.social

28.01.2025 14:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

This aligns with other data, showing that the voluntary sector has a more pronounced underrepresentation of people from โ€˜lowerโ€™ socioeconomic backgrounds (measured by parental occupation) than both private and public sectors

28.01.2025 14:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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