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CharityComms is the membership network for communications professionals working in and with UK charities. Find out more about us and our membership at www.charitycomms.org.uk
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· Feb 10
Our statement about our social media
Read our statement about our decision for the future use of our X account and plans for our wider social media strategy as it develops.
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After careful review, we’ve updated our social media statement with our social media approach. We’re excited to say we’re here to stay on Bluesky, taking a test-and-learn approach to engage with our members in new and exciting ways. Read our updated statement here: bit.ly/3Q9ZDlR
What a great event to start the year! Today's #CCSocialMedia event demonstrated the value of brave creative decisions and audience understanding in delivering standout campaigns. Here are some headlines.
What insights stood out to you most? Share in the comments or tag us in your posts.
What insights stood out to you most? Share in the comments or tag us in your posts.
January 15, 2026 at 4:15 PM
What a great event to start the year! Today's #CCSocialMedia event demonstrated the value of brave creative decisions and audience understanding in delivering standout campaigns. Here are some headlines.
What insights stood out to you most? Share in the comments or tag us in your posts.
What insights stood out to you most? Share in the comments or tag us in your posts.
We've updated our social media hub with the latest news and resources, including some you might have missed from 2025. From Instagram's challenges with managing AI-generated content to tips for increasing performance on LinkedIn and more. Take a look or bookmark for later: https://bit.ly/4nK8ACi
January 15, 2026 at 12:01 PM
We've updated our social media hub with the latest news and resources, including some you might have missed from 2025. From Instagram's challenges with managing AI-generated content to tips for increasing performance on LinkedIn and more. Take a look or bookmark for later: https://bit.ly/4nK8ACi
What the Grok is happening at X? Adeela Warley explores the issues with AI, asking a handful of charities and experts their thoughts and approaches to X, to help charities make sense of it for themselves: https://bit.ly/4qpvH5U
How the sector can respond to Grok | CharityComms
We’re exploring why X’s AI is making headlines, with charity responses, expert advice, and resource links your charity can use to review your approach to X.
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January 14, 2026 at 3:20 PM
What the Grok is happening at X? Adeela Warley explores the issues with AI, asking a handful of charities and experts their thoughts and approaches to X, to help charities make sense of it for themselves: https://bit.ly/4qpvH5U
Looking for social media inspiration? Join us on 15 Jan for our #CCSocialMedia event focused on standout charity campaigns. Hear from Arthritis UK and Young Minds about their recent campaigns and get practical insights for your 2026 planning. Free for members, book here: https://bit.ly/4pjCxJD
Social Media Network: campaign showcase
CharityComms’ Social Media Network is for those working in social media in UK charities and not-for-profits. All members are eligible to attend.
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January 13, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Looking for social media inspiration? Join us on 15 Jan for our #CCSocialMedia event focused on standout charity campaigns. Hear from Arthritis UK and Young Minds about their recent campaigns and get practical insights for your 2026 planning. Free for members, book here: https://bit.ly/4pjCxJD
In this blog, Louise Dawtry explores the beautiful yet complicated reality of working in the sector. It captures the purpose and people that keep us committed, while also unpacking the challenges we don’t always talk about enough, from burnout to funding pressures. Read more: https://bit.ly/4qcR4XY
January 13, 2026 at 10:01 AM
In this blog, Louise Dawtry explores the beautiful yet complicated reality of working in the sector. It captures the purpose and people that keep us committed, while also unpacking the challenges we don’t always talk about enough, from burnout to funding pressures. Read more: https://bit.ly/4qcR4XY
New year, fresh start? If you’re thinking about a career move in 2026, there are some amazing opportunities on our jobs board right now: https://bit.ly/CCSectorJobs
If you're a CharityComms organisational or corporate member, add your jobs for free here: https://bit.ly/3IVEuMu
#MembershipMonday
If you're a CharityComms organisational or corporate member, add your jobs for free here: https://bit.ly/3IVEuMu
#MembershipMonday
January 12, 2026 at 4:02 PM
New year, fresh start? If you’re thinking about a career move in 2026, there are some amazing opportunities on our jobs board right now: https://bit.ly/CCSectorJobs
If you're a CharityComms organisational or corporate member, add your jobs for free here: https://bit.ly/3IVEuMu
#MembershipMonday
If you're a CharityComms organisational or corporate member, add your jobs for free here: https://bit.ly/3IVEuMu
#MembershipMonday
Final call to share your perspectives in The Saltways AI ethics survey. Whether your charity uses AI-generated imagery, avoids it, or is still undecided, your input will help shape ethical guidance for the sector. It only takes 5 minutes, complete the survey here: https://bit.ly/4iwEEqR
January 12, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Final call to share your perspectives in The Saltways AI ethics survey. Whether your charity uses AI-generated imagery, avoids it, or is still undecided, your input will help shape ethical guidance for the sector. It only takes 5 minutes, complete the survey here: https://bit.ly/4iwEEqR
Early #CCSalarySurvey findings shows that while many charities are using or adopting AI, far fewer have the strategic and data-driven foundations to make the most of it. Sarah Clarke, our head of membership and insight explores practical guidance in this Civil Society article: https://bit.ly/4q7tegc
Sarah Clarke: To level up in AI, charities need a solid digital and data foundation
As AI adoption in the sector gathers pace, Sarah Clarke from CharityComms explores how charities can make sure their digital and data strategies are keeping up…
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January 9, 2026 at 3:01 PM
Early #CCSalarySurvey findings shows that while many charities are using or adopting AI, far fewer have the strategic and data-driven foundations to make the most of it. Sarah Clarke, our head of membership and insight explores practical guidance in this Civil Society article: https://bit.ly/4q7tegc
We've been thinking about what we want to see more (and less) of in charity communications this year. Here's just a few on our list.
What would you add? Share your ins and outs for 2026 in the comments.
What would you add? Share your ins and outs for 2026 in the comments.
January 9, 2026 at 11:00 AM
We've been thinking about what we want to see more (and less) of in charity communications this year. Here's just a few on our list.
What would you add? Share your ins and outs for 2026 in the comments.
What would you add? Share your ins and outs for 2026 in the comments.
What could you add to your wellbeing toolkit this year? Join us in London on 21 Jan for an in-person seminar and networking event to discover wellbeing strategies, gain practical frameworks, and connect with peers who understand: https://bit.ly/3Y0EJK8
January 8, 2026 at 3:01 PM
What could you add to your wellbeing toolkit this year? Join us in London on 21 Jan for an in-person seminar and networking event to discover wellbeing strategies, gain practical frameworks, and connect with peers who understand: https://bit.ly/3Y0EJK8
On 4 Feb, our #CommsPracticeStudio brings charity communicators together for a hands-on interactive online workshop focused on crafting crisis comms. You’ll work through realistic scenarios without the pressure and leave with a tailored playbook for your charity. Book here: https://bit.ly/4snL6oN
January 8, 2026 at 10:00 AM
On 4 Feb, our #CommsPracticeStudio brings charity communicators together for a hands-on interactive online workshop focused on crafting crisis comms. You’ll work through realistic scenarios without the pressure and leave with a tailored playbook for your charity. Book here: https://bit.ly/4snL6oN
What skills or ideas are you hoping to explore in 2026? Find inspiration and practical tips in our Knowledge Hub, from AI’s impact on search, storytelling case studies, and wellbeing tips. Stay tuned… we’ve got some exciting content coming soon. Bookmark your next reads here: https://bit.ly/3WqZXA7
January 7, 2026 at 3:01 PM
What skills or ideas are you hoping to explore in 2026? Find inspiration and practical tips in our Knowledge Hub, from AI’s impact on search, storytelling case studies, and wellbeing tips. Stay tuned… we’ve got some exciting content coming soon. Bookmark your next reads here: https://bit.ly/3WqZXA7
We’re back with events, tools and tips to help you make the most of 2026. That said, we know January can feel overwhelming with work that rolled over or the pressure to get back into the swing of things. Here are some gentle reminders for your first week; what would you add to the list?
January 7, 2026 at 10:15 AM
We’re back with events, tools and tips to help you make the most of 2026. That said, we know January can feel overwhelming with work that rolled over or the pressure to get back into the swing of things. Here are some gentle reminders for your first week; what would you add to the list?
Before we all log off (or wind down), a big thank you from us. Thank you for the conversations, insights and support you’ve shared this year. We don’t take this inspiring community of charity communicators for granted. Wishing you all a slow and recharging few weeks ahead. See you in the new year.
December 23, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Before we all log off (or wind down), a big thank you from us. Thank you for the conversations, insights and support you’ve shared this year. We don’t take this inspiring community of charity communicators for granted. Wishing you all a slow and recharging few weeks ahead. See you in the new year.
As the year comes to a close, our team shares the charity campaigns that inspired us most in 2025.
With so many stand out examples over the past 12 months, we all had a tough time choosing just one to highlight in this blog: https://bit.ly/3KWEnkP
With so many stand out examples over the past 12 months, we all had a tough time choosing just one to highlight in this blog: https://bit.ly/3KWEnkP
Our team’s top charity campaigns of 2025
To mark the end of 2025, some of the CharityComms team share the campaigns that have inspired them most this year.
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December 23, 2025 at 10:01 AM
As the year comes to a close, our team shares the charity campaigns that inspired us most in 2025.
With so many stand out examples over the past 12 months, we all had a tough time choosing just one to highlight in this blog: https://bit.ly/3KWEnkP
With so many stand out examples over the past 12 months, we all had a tough time choosing just one to highlight in this blog: https://bit.ly/3KWEnkP
Wishing you all a wonderful and restful festive break.
Our virtual office will be closed from 24 December until 2 January, and we will be posting from 7 January. We will be happy to help when we return. In the meantime, our website resources are available: https://bit.ly/45OBXMt
#MembershipMonday
Our virtual office will be closed from 24 December until 2 January, and we will be posting from 7 January. We will be happy to help when we return. In the meantime, our website resources are available: https://bit.ly/45OBXMt
#MembershipMonday
December 22, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Wishing you all a wonderful and restful festive break.
Our virtual office will be closed from 24 December until 2 January, and we will be posting from 7 January. We will be happy to help when we return. In the meantime, our website resources are available: https://bit.ly/45OBXMt
#MembershipMonday
Our virtual office will be closed from 24 December until 2 January, and we will be posting from 7 January. We will be happy to help when we return. In the meantime, our website resources are available: https://bit.ly/45OBXMt
#MembershipMonday
As charity communicators, 2025 challenged us, taught us, and inspired growth that will shape our work in the year ahead.
What’s one lesson, tip or reflection from this year that you’ll carry into 2026?
We’d love to hear it in the comments!
What’s one lesson, tip or reflection from this year that you’ll carry into 2026?
We’d love to hear it in the comments!
December 22, 2025 at 11:00 AM
As charity communicators, 2025 challenged us, taught us, and inspired growth that will shape our work in the year ahead.
What’s one lesson, tip or reflection from this year that you’ll carry into 2026?
We’d love to hear it in the comments!
What’s one lesson, tip or reflection from this year that you’ll carry into 2026?
We’d love to hear it in the comments!
As our team begin to wrap up for the year, we're reflecting on 2025 and our amazing community. Thank you for an incredible year, from the CharityComms team.
December 19, 2025 at 2:15 PM
As our team begin to wrap up for the year, we're reflecting on 2025 and our amazing community. Thank you for an incredible year, from the CharityComms team.
As the work year draws to a close, it’s easy to feel like everything has passed by in a blur – even the good moments. To help you reflect, we’ve created a bingo card featuring some possible wins.
What’s one win you should be celebrating? Share it in the comments!
What’s one win you should be celebrating? Share it in the comments!
December 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM
As the work year draws to a close, it’s easy to feel like everything has passed by in a blur – even the good moments. To help you reflect, we’ve created a bingo card featuring some possible wins.
What’s one win you should be celebrating? Share it in the comments!
What’s one win you should be celebrating? Share it in the comments!
With squeezed budgets, digital shifts, and changes in user behaviours, measurement has never been more crucial for making better marketing decisions.
This easy but jam-packed guide by Sophie Farthing will help you set up tracking links for your comms and campaigns: https://bit.ly/4j4kq81
This easy but jam-packed guide by Sophie Farthing will help you set up tracking links for your comms and campaigns: https://bit.ly/4j4kq81
Decoding digital tracking
This jam-packed guide will help you know when to use UTMs, short links and QR codes to measure the effectiveness of your comms and campaigns.
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December 18, 2025 at 2:30 PM
With squeezed budgets, digital shifts, and changes in user behaviours, measurement has never been more crucial for making better marketing decisions.
This easy but jam-packed guide by Sophie Farthing will help you set up tracking links for your comms and campaigns: https://bit.ly/4j4kq81
This easy but jam-packed guide by Sophie Farthing will help you set up tracking links for your comms and campaigns: https://bit.ly/4j4kq81
Have you seen we've updated our events calendar? Early 2026 is shaping up to be packed with opportunities to learn, connect, and be inspired.
From authentic storytelling to build trust to crafting crisis comms, take a look at what's coming up and book your spot: https://bit.ly/3LMydDQ
From authentic storytelling to build trust to crafting crisis comms, take a look at what's coming up and book your spot: https://bit.ly/3LMydDQ
December 18, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Have you seen we've updated our events calendar? Early 2026 is shaping up to be packed with opportunities to learn, connect, and be inspired.
From authentic storytelling to build trust to crafting crisis comms, take a look at what's coming up and book your spot: https://bit.ly/3LMydDQ
From authentic storytelling to build trust to crafting crisis comms, take a look at what's coming up and book your spot: https://bit.ly/3LMydDQ
Missed our #InspiringComms Awards ceremony? It’s not too late to celebrate the stories, impact and people behind the wins. From compelling campaigns to communicators shaping the sector, this year’s winners and shortlisted entries are nothing short of inspiring. Watch the recap:https://bit.ly/437PGMJ
December 17, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Missed our #InspiringComms Awards ceremony? It’s not too late to celebrate the stories, impact and people behind the wins. From compelling campaigns to communicators shaping the sector, this year’s winners and shortlisted entries are nothing short of inspiring. Watch the recap:https://bit.ly/437PGMJ
Start 2026 off right with an in-person seminar and networking event all about wellbeing. Join us in London on 21 January for practical tools, insights and a chance to connect with peers who understand the realities of working as a charity communicator: https://bit.ly/3XNIUcb
December 17, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Start 2026 off right with an in-person seminar and networking event all about wellbeing. Join us in London on 21 January for practical tools, insights and a chance to connect with peers who understand the realities of working as a charity communicator: https://bit.ly/3XNIUcb
Our annual Salary and Organisational Culture Survey forms part of our ongoing commitment to championing the value of comms. The survey helps us benchmark how the sector supports its communicators. Share your experiences, from salaries to wellbeing and access a free framework: https://bit.ly/48gtIsE
December 16, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Our annual Salary and Organisational Culture Survey forms part of our ongoing commitment to championing the value of comms. The survey helps us benchmark how the sector supports its communicators. Share your experiences, from salaries to wellbeing and access a free framework: https://bit.ly/48gtIsE
Great teams succeed when members understand each other – and a Manual of Me can help. By sharing your preferred working hours or how you like to communicate, teams can collaborate more effectively and prevent miscommunication. Explore more and download a free template: https://bit.ly/4iW0R1F
December 16, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Great teams succeed when members understand each other – and a Manual of Me can help. By sharing your preferred working hours or how you like to communicate, teams can collaborate more effectively and prevent miscommunication. Explore more and download a free template: https://bit.ly/4iW0R1F