How Can Scotland Demand Better? - By Peter Kelly
How Can Scotland Demand Better? – by Peter Kelly
Organisations across the third sector and wider civil society are driven by our values. Our work touches almost every aspect of society – social justice, the environment, arts and culture - we cover the lot. Our organisations use every tool at our disposal to bring about change. But whenever I talk to leaders in the third sector, I hear the frustration that we are not going far enough or fast enough to address the challenges we face. No matter where you are in the sector, you’ll also know that Scotland needs real change.
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ACOSVO's New Head of Communications & Events: Ashley Beiser
ACOSVO delighted to announce Ashley Beiser is their new Head of Communications and Events!
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The Role Mediation Can Play in the Chair/CEO Relationship - By Graham Boyack
The Role Mediation Can Play in the Chair/CEO Relationship – by Graham Boyack
What can be different in Third Sector organisations is the passion which people bring to their organisations. Whilst that passion is incredibly positive, it can also sometimes lead to disputes and friction between staff, board and volunteers. The CEO/Chair relationship is often the lighting rod for that friction and inevitably they can become involved too.
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New Event: The Relationship Between Chairs & CEOs
The Relationship Between Chairs & CEOs - a FREE event for charity CEOs and Chairs.
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ACOSVO January Update: A message from ACOSVO CEO Lucinda Godfrey
Read on for an update regarding ACOSVOs events & services
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How Chairs & Vice-Chairs Shape Culture from the Top Down
How Chairs and Vice-Chairs Shape Culture from the Top Down – by Karen Moore
Chairs and Vice-Chairs can play a vital role in driving the culture of a charity from the top down. As leaders, the Board sets the strategic direction and cultural tone of the organisation. The Chair or Vice Chair define core values, establish ethical standards, and embed these into the charity's mission and vision.
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ACOSVO's New Head of Operations: Alison Hopper
ACOSVO delighted to announce Alison Hopper is their new Head of Operations
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Join the ACOSVO Board of Trustees
We are delighted to announce that we have five vacancies for Elected Trustees. If you are full member of ACOSVO, then you are eligible to apply.
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My Leadership Exchange Experience
Gillian Middleton, Depute CEO of Early Years Scotland shares her Leadership Exchange experience.
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First Year in Post Broadcast
Join ACOSVO CEO, Lucinda Godfrey, Fraser Bedwell, CEO at Unity, and Jenni Snell, CEO at the Young Women's Movement for a broadcast about their first year in post.
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Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry Virtual Roundtable Discussions
The Scottish COVID-19 Inquiry invite members of ACOSVO to a virtual roundtable discussion, to discuss key issues and impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic in Scotland.
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My Leadership Exchange Experience
Stephanie Brown, Head of Business and Product Analysis at Registers of Scotland, shares her Leadership Exchange experience.
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2023 ACOSVO Annual Conference Follow Up
Check out our ‘Digital Strategies Top Tips’, containing tips and resources to help you on your digital journey.
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Charity Trusteeship: archives wanted for a social history project
Was your organisation set up before 1860? Would you be interested in taking part in a social history research project?
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First-Time CEO: One Year In
Emma Hutton, CEO of JustRight Scotland, shares her experience of being a first-time CEO.
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The ‘R word’ …
John Evans shares some fantastic advice to ensure that you're navigating the redundancy process effectively, efficiently, and most importantly, empathetically.
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Charity Consultancy Assignment
The University of Edinburgh Business School are looking to partner with a number of third sector organisations.
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Guest Blog: The early days of an Interim placement
Beverley Francis reflects on her experiences as an Interim Exec
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Resilience for Good
Patricia Armstrong (OBE) looks at the role of resilience in current times.
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