Media Trust

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Looking for ways to use AI to save time, strengthen your comms and stay true to your charity’s voice? 🤖

You should join our 'AI for Charity Marketers' webinar on Wednesday 18 March, as we explore practical tools for busy teams.

Join us from £36:
https://bit.ly/45QO6jQ

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"Trust is not an optional add-on, it’s a production requirement." 🎬

In our latest blog, #MediaTrustFilms Executive Producer Tolu Stedford pulls back the curtain on what really goes into making films with, not just about, communities.

Read the full piece here:
https://bit.ly/4tiesoT

Volunteer your Expert Skills Your could help a charity reach their full potential #MatchedByMediaTrust A black and white photo of a person writing on a whiteboard

Have you got comms and media skills and experience? Use them for good! 💙

Join our Volunteer Platform to discover charity opportunities suited to you, for causes you care about.

Get #MatchedByMediaTrust today:
https://mediatrust.org/register/

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SEO feels like a complicated world - especially with AI changing how people search online 🌐

Join our SEO for Charities webinar, on Wednesday 11 March, to discover tips and tools to make SEO work for your charity.

Tickets start from £36:
https://bit.ly/4qemBI7

A black and white still from one of our films, showing a person looking into the camera. Volunteer your filmmaking skills. We’re looking for volunteer crew across all departments, from pre-production to post, to help bring our charity films to life. mediatrust.org/media-trust-films Media Trust Films logo

Are you ready to tell stories that have a real impact? 🎬

We're looking for filmmakers and creatives to volunteer with #MediaTrustFilms, and help charities share their mission through powerful short films.

Get involved and be part of something meaningful:
https://bit.ly/4bJnJ2V

New Year Flash Sale 15% off a tailored communications training session for your charity Quote JANUARY15 in your enquiry Discount valid until Friday 20 February 2026, with the training taking place by the end of March 2026. Read the website for full T&Cs.

Strong communications are a skill, and we can help build them 🚀

We’re offering 15% off our bespoke charity training sessions - all you need to do is use code JANUARY15 when enquiring!

Book your session in before the end of March 2026:
https://bit.ly/4eb6FkQ

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Join our Messaging That Moves People webinar on Tuesday 10 March as we discuss:

📢 The role of emotions in decision making
📢 Values-led communications
📢 The power of social proof
📢 Common barriers to action
📢 Practical calls-to-action

Join from £36:
https://bit.ly/3LMko8I

Connect members with each other

Tag people in replies, encourage discussions and foster peer-to-peer support.

Set clear rules and enforce them

Guidelines keep the space positive, welcoming and safe for everyone.

Use multiple moderators/admins

Shared moderation helps manage conversations fairly and deal with issues quickly.

Think “community” first, promotion second

Your group should be a space for conversation, support and shared purpose - not just another noticeboard for fundraising asks.

Be purposeful from the start

Decide why the group exists - e.g. support for a challenge, local community hub or volunteer network - and make that clear in the name and description so people instantly recognise the group’s value.

Did you know that today is Facebook's birthday? The social media platform was created on February 4 2004!

It still remains one of the most popular platforms, especially for charities using Facebook Groups. Here's some top tips for running a successful charity group 👇🏽

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New to TikTok or just want to improve what you’re already posting? Then you should join our FREE masterclass on Tuesday 17 March! 📱

This session will show you how to create engaging short-form videos without a big budget or a video team.

Sign up here:
https://bit.ly/3LUsAE6

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Email remains one of the most powerful tools charities have 📨

In our Email Marketing for Charities webinar, on Wednesday 25 February, we’ll explore how to create email campaigns that nurture long-term supporter relationships.

Register from £36:
https://bit.ly/4qLBz9j

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Advertising is a dynamic, ever-changing and collaborative industry that puts a high value on creativity and management skills. Want to learn more? ⚡️

We're offering a free, fully-funded work experience week with MiQ in London for 15–18-year-olds!

Apply here:
https://bit.ly/3ZBJ2w5

It’s National Storytelling Week! 📖

“The stories that inspire my work the most are ____ because ____.”

Finish the sentence in the replies ⬇️

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Don't let basic Canva designs hold you back! 🎨

Join our 'How to Use Canva Like a Pro' workshop this Thursday and discover pro-level design tricks, faster workflows and team-friendly tools.

Sign up from £36:
https://mediatrust.org/events/how-to-use-canva-like-a-pro-2/

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Applications extended: There’s still time to volunteer for #WomensVoices! 📢

We’re looking for media and creative pros to join us in London, on Wednesday 4 March, to support charities working to end violence against women and girls.

Apply by Friday 13 February:
https://bit.ly/49Spl96

It's #NationalStorytellingWeek - the perfect opportunity to spotlight the impact of storytelling! 📚

Celebrate with our free, five-day #IntersectionalStorytellers Toolkit - an email series designed to enhance your charity's intersectional approach.

Start here:
https://bit.ly/4kmKHPJ

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Don't miss out on our FREE livestream fundraising masterclass tomorrow 🚨

Join us from 10am as we show you how to build community, awareness and funds for your charity through livestreaming!

Sign up here:
https://bit.ly/4589Jvx

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Ever wondered what drives people to open your emails, give to your cause, or share on your campaign? 💡

Join our webinar on Tuesday 10 March to explore the psychology behind supporter action and learn how to craft messages that truly move people.

Sign up from £36:
https://bit.ly/3LMko8I

A black and white still from one of our films, showing a group of women protesting on a street. Make a difference through film. We’re looking for volunteer crew across all departments, from pre-production to post, to help bring our charity films to life. mediatrust.org/media-trust-films Media Trust Films logo

Want to turn your filmmaking skills into impact? 🎬

Volunteer with #MediaTrustFilms and help create short films that support charities across the UK. You'll gain experience, build your portfolio, and tell stories that truly matter.

Get involved here:
https://bit.ly/4bJnJ2V

#MatchedByMediaTrust Volunteer your AI Skills Your knowledge could take a charity to the next level A black and white photo of a person stood up, smiling as they hold their laptop

Use your comms and media skills to spark REAL change! 💙

From AI to design to storytelling, there’s a charity waiting for your talent.

Sign up, explore opportunities and get #MatchedByMediaTrust today:
https://mediatrust.org/register/

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Come along to our 'Email Marketing for Charities' webinar on Wednesday 25 February, and learn how to:

📨 Segment your audience
📨 Turn new subscribers into loyal supporters
📨 Write emails that feel human
📨 Measure what matter

Tickets start from £36:
https://bit.ly/4qLBz9j

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NEW masterclass: Making TikTok work for your charity in 2026 📱

Join us on Tuesday 17 March as we dive into how your charity can create engaging and effective TikTok content, led by Richard Roaf (Director of VideoRev)!

Sign up for FREE:
https://bit.ly/3LUsAE6

New Year Flash Sale 15% off a tailored communications training session for your charity Quote JANUARY15 in your enquiry Discount valid until Friday 20 February 2026, with the training taking place by the end of March 2026. Read the website for full T&Cs.

Boost your team’s skills with 15% off our tailored comms training sessions! 🚀

All you need to do is quote JANUARY15 when enquiring. This offer is valid until Friday 20 February 2026.

Learn more:
https://mediatrust.org/communications-support/create-training-course/

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Next week, we're back again with our popular 'How to use Canva like a pro' webinar 🎨

Join us on Thursday 5 February, as we guide you through design best practice and advanced Canva features that save time and elevate your work.

Register from £36:
https://bit.ly/49wWqq0

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MiQ and Media Trust Work Experience Week is back this March! ⚡️

If you are, or know, a young person curious about a career in advertising, here’s an exciting opportunity: a 4-day immersive work experience at MiQ’s London offices.

Apply by Wednesday 25 February:
https://bit.ly/3ZBJ2w5

It’s #DataPrivacyDay! Here's how to protect your charity's info online:

🔒 Use strong, unique passwords
🔒 Enable 2FA everywhere you can
🔒 Review app permissions and delete what you don’t need