Supporting the leaders of civil society

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“If we package our passion, nurture our leaders, and invest in our skills, we will lead the social and political change that is too important to leave to chance.”
Stuart Etherington, Chief Executive, NCVO

The range of skills needed by the individuals who lead this sector is distinct and complex. Our leaders need new skills, some of them unique to our sector. 

NCVO Leadership Services support voluntary sector leaders by providing a platform for shared learning and networking, bringing together key products and support services that will help you to lead the way. 

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Leadership services key areas

Leadership Services is made up for four key areas:

Strategy for leaders

Web resources, policy and research to help you focus on the future.

• Third Sector Foresight
• Policy briefings and forum 
• Third sector research
• Third Sector Confidence Survey

Read the full details: Strategy for leaders

Connecting leaders

Networks and events to help you meet, debate and share with others.

• NCVO Leaders Network 
• NCVO’s Leadership Programme with Barclays
• Leadership 20:20 - Emerging leaders network

Read the full details: Connecting leaders

Skills for leaders

Personal development courses to help you develop your leadership skills.

• Executive coaching for leaders 
• Cass Centre for Charity Effectiveness
• Warwick University Business School (WBS)
• Institute of Fundraising

Read the full details: Skills for leaders

Tools for leaders

Discounts and services to help your organisation run more smoothly.

• Savings on joining the Institute of Directors (IOD) 
• Legal support 
• Trustee Indemnity Insurance

Read the full details: Tools for leaders

Contact us

If you have any queries or would like more information on how to get involved, please contact us or email us directly at leadershipservices@ncvo-vol.org.uk.