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We rely on three things to stay on top of the trends and issues affecting the cultural non-profit sector: 1. We read A LOT. Our team of three are voracious readers and we are constantly sharing new resources we come across. We have subscribed to some of the leading thought leaders newsletters. We have a constant ear to the ground listening for any tremors. 2. We rely on our network. Our network is a fantastic source of news and updates about the latest happenings in the sector, where it be a project or shifts in an organization or new announcements. Cultural consultants do not tend to be proprietary about sector information. 3. We attend conferences and workshops to add new folks to our network but also to see how the sector comes together - what's being discussed, what are the top topics on the agenda.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) training is about much more than creating a cosy working environment. People Management magazine found that diverse teams are 87% better at making decisions, while McKinsey & Company found that diverse teams are 35% more likely to outperform competitors. So it makes smart business sense to foster diversity within teams. EDI training is most powerful when it's role and context-specific, and our solutions are being used for management training within the public sector, charities, and some of the world's biggest brands. #edi #management #diversity #charities #business #leadership #hr

[VERIAN CONFERENCE] Discover the latest insights from the globally recognized Public and Non-Profit Sector Reputation Index 2024 – Singapore at our Verian Decoding X Conference. This index, validated internationally, evaluates trust, social responsibility, leadership, and fairness within the sectors. In its second year, we've expanded to include both public and non-profit organizations. Join us as we unveil the updated results and explore strategies to bridge the reputation-performance gap. Check post below for details on our complimentary event. #PublicSector #NonProfitSector #Reputation

It's time to make progress on board recruitment. Label Sessions connects brands, charities, and institutions to world-class leaders to join their boards. Using Label Sessions they access the world's leading innovation expert network including: + global leaders with experience in the c-suite of major brands + thought leaders and policy makers storied in everything from emerging tech to sustainability + diverse thinkers and makers with lived experience of what it takes to deliver change for real Plus, with Label Sessions, when we suggest a leader you should consider you know that we know them as a person, not just as a profile. Maybe board recruitment should not just be about who you know, but who you need to know. Are you ready to make progress? #boards #recruitment #brands #charities #institutions #progress #innovation

🌏 A Journey Beyond Borders (part 3 of 3) Reflecting on the NFQ Summit 2024 in Bangkok and my Thailand stay in general ... donate to the charity organisation Passerelles Numerique (PNV). It gives children from underprivileged backgrounds access to education, technical and personal training. As someone who has supported another charity for years that works to improve education in developing countries, I was delighted to support this organization too. Thanks to NFQ for doubling the donation at the end. Enabling education and professional training is a real multiplier for overcoming poverty, inequality and social barriers. ✨ Expressing Gratitude A perfectly balanced mix of business and leisure, as we have experienced, is like breathing in and breathing out. Both only make a difference if they take place in combination and mutually affect each other. Gratitude fills my heart for the insights into current business topics, the networking opportunities, the well thought-out activities and the surprises that made every moment at the Summit memorable. Having once had the honor of organizing a company event, I have an idea of how much effort (and heart & soul) goes into the meticulous planning and actual execution, even though the NFQ Summit was definitely on a completely different scale. A big thank you to the NFQ team for mastering all of this! ❤️ You have certainly gone beyond previously known borders I will always cherish the experiences that were made possible for me and look forward to our paths crossing in one way or another in the future. [End of my review. Links to posts 1 and 2 in the comments] (Many thanks to Marcus Greven for this wonderful photo of sunset taken at the Octave Rooftop Bar)

Be sure to join Viz for Social Good's new project on August 14th! Whether you want to start a #DataViz portfolio, expand your skills to working with non-profit data, or simply want to use your data viz skills for good, there are a million reasons to join in this event. Check out the Viz for Social Good website for more information, and be sure to sign up for the Slack channel as well. #DataVisualization #Tableau #PowerBI #VizForSocialGood

Claritee has been on an incredible 18 month journey. Like any new venture, we have had our ups and downs and it hasn’t been easy, but with the determination of our dedicated team we are beginning to raise awareness and achieve  small successes. With the drive of Claritee founding director, Alex Clapp, we have featured in numerous podcasts such as #TheRise with Liz Folan, #OverTheInfluence with Ben Anderson, #BigDrinkRethink, #BuildingBlissToday, #AlcoholFreeLife as well as news articles in The Telegraph, #TheStandard, #TheDailyMirror, CHESTER.COM, VisitLiverpool Travel Trade, #NantwichNews, #PlanetLiverpool and TIE MAGAZINE CORP. With this sort of PR we are receiving is unbelievable and very impactful, in which we are very grateful for! We are currently in the process of organising the UK's first corporate alcohol-free awards with Steps Together in The Titanic Hotel  this September, raising money for Nacoa UK.  In November, we will be partnering with Alice Hendy MBE and Ripp;e to raise awareness about suicide prevention while hosting a corporate alcohol-free event in Portsmouth, helping shape the workplace for the future.  This year Claritee branched off to Club Calritee, a less corporate more informal events for those in the sobriety world, we have hosted these events in Liverpool, Chester and Manchester. We will soon be launching in London, at the iconic W Hotel Marriott International, in Leicester Square this September and October.  We try and change perceptions of what an alcohol-free night entails having top dj’s, comedians , salsa dancers , live bands , live singers and lots of games with prizes. On another note, we are launching Claritee active, with the addition of Ninja Academy UK, an early years children's development program, with clubs starting over the Wirral . We understand the importance of being active, having a community and having a passion, as what you do thrives happiness and wellness. We have also launched Claritee health with more information becoming available soon. We are so excited with what the future holds and looking forward to all the challenges ahead. #corporateevents #community #mentalhealthawareness #childdevelopment #leadership #teamwork #success #businessgrowth #alcoholfree #formalevents

Weekend... Well done BBC Wiltshire. Really valued the opportunity to represent Aston University Aston Business School and the South Asian Performing Arts Centre as part of the shortlisting panel for this years #community #awards. And fitting that the awards evening fell during the week of #international day of #charity. This was about celebrating not only organisations who work tirelessly for communities in time of need, but also individuals doing something that may feel small to them, but makes a big difference to others. So #inspiring listening to stories and connecting to the reasons that celebrity judges chose specific winners in their categories. Some highlights of themes that really stood out: 1. Working to keep #youngpeople #safe: Turning family loss into a mission to help others (see https://lnkd.in/eaqbn2f7) 2. Reducing #device #poverty and helping #sustainability agenda in the process (see https://lnkd.in/eNAB_yWS) 3. A woman working relentlessly to keep us safe in taxis through campaigning for legislative change leading to what has become known as ‘Sian’s Law’. 4. The person making physical activity psychologically safer for those with anxiety and depression. Read more about winners here: https://lnkd.in/erzMA2Jk Communities are made of up of people who think they are ordinary, but are actually doing #extraordinary, #kind and #brave things. From social to healthcare recognition.. now getting ready to chair the first national BAME in Healthcare Workforce Summit to ‘celebrate #diversity and excellence in the #healthcare sector while providing a platform for insightful discussions on #career progression, #leadership, and the future of healthcare.’ #kindness #community #compassion #makingadifference #innovation #transformation #digital #sustainability #recognition #acknowledgement #mentalhealth #crime #volunteering #charity #thirdsector #communityinterest #equity #equalitydiversityinclusion #wellbeing #safety #connection #alturistic

Embracing new challenges and saying "Yes" to opportunities can be truly transformative, both professionally and personally. Whether it’s taking on a charity challenge, stepping up to new work responsibilities, mentoring someone, or accepting the invitation to perform at the 10th anniversary of Reminisce Festival this weekend, each experience offers unique rewards. New work challenges stimulate growth, opening doors to skill development and career advancement. Mentoring allows you to share your knowledge while gaining fresh perspectives and honing your leadership skills. Performance opportunities, whether speaking publicly or stepping onto the stage before thousands of festival goers in St Helens, build confidence and enhance your visibility. Charity challenges push us out of our comfort zones, teaching resilience and often uncovering hidden potential. Saying "Yes" opens doors, creates connections, and fosters growth in ways you might never have imagined. Every challenge is a chance to learn, contribute, and succeed. So, when the next opportunity comes your way, consider the potential rewards and take that leap. The journey might just surprise you. On that note, if you're up for a new dance challenge and want to help raise much-needed funds for Shelter please reach out to Pauline Cox as Pauline is looking for dancers for this year’s Strictly Come Dancing Charity event in Liverpool — a fantastic experience I thoroughly enjoyed last year. 🕺🏼 #SayYES #Challenges #Opportunities #Experiences #Charity 🎪

Transforming Lives! Discover the journey of Degrees of Change and their digital leap with Microsoft Power Platform, creating opportunities and scaling their vision. Dive into their story and get inspired to embark on your own journey of change! #NonProfit #Charity #Donations #NGO