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Here for civil society leaders
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Together with our network, we inspire and support civil society leaders through connection, skills and influence. Our members lead civil society organisations of every shape and size across England and Wales: acevo.org.uk
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Huh. The link didn't activate, weirdly. Here it is again with the nice pic too 👉 shorturl.at/beAzb @acevo.bsky.social
AI: just because you can doesn’t always mean you should
AI brings benefits and risks. Before taking the plunge, it’s worth considering whether your charity needs AI just yet. And if not, what’s the alternative?
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June 5, 2025 at 2:41 PM
acevo.bsky.social
Charity leaders, we need you! Our sector’s strength relies on real data from those leading it. Take 15 minutes to complete the CEO Pay & Equalities Survey and make a difference.

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2025 CAF x ACEVO – You, your charity and the sector
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May 6, 2025 at 1:26 PM
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martyndrake.bsky.social
Social change requires collective action. But what does that mean for an organisation’s leadership, culture, and even strategy, if it’s serious?

Quite a lot as it turns out.

My conversation with @janeideceo.bsky.social of @acevo.bsky.social and Sarah Elliott of NCVO: youtu.be/lFuptoVaaSE
In Good Company with Martyn Drake, Jane Ide and Sarah Elliott
YouTube video by Martyn Drake
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March 27, 2025 at 8:35 AM
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CharityComms takes over @acevo.bsky.social Leadership Worth Sharing podcast! Our CEO, @awarley.bsky.social, is joined by speakers from IMIX and @rethinkcharity.bsky.social as they explore the role of strategic communications in addressing today’s biggest challenges. Listen here: bit.ly/4hAHf13
'Leadership Worth Sharing,' a podcast by ACEVO x CharityComms, featuring headshots of three speakers against a green background. Quote from James Harris, Director of Communications and Campaigns at Rethink Mental Illness, in white text, reads: “Comms people [are] the radically candid ones who will pipe up if you can’t explain that really important, complex thing you’re doing to your imaginary 15-year-old son, niece, or mate down the pub, then you’re in trouble. You need people like those in your organisation.” At the bottom is ‘Leadership Worth Sharing,’ a podcast by ACEVO x CharityComms on a turquoise background. Quote from Jenni Regan, CEO of IMIX, in blue text, reads: “Communications is leadership. It’s not about just visibility. It’s really about shaping how people think, how they act, how they feel. [Don’t be] afraid to make mistakes and change if something is not working...don’t be afraid to just take a bit of a step back and then get back to it when you know what you’re doing better.” At the bottom is ‘Leadership Worth Sharing,’ a podcast by ACEVO x CharityComms on a turquoise background.
March 25, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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civilsociety.bsky.social
Free anti-racism guide from @acevo.bsky.social & @v4ce.bsky.social urges charities to move beyond diversity initiatives
Free anti-racism guide urges charities to move beyond diversity initiatives
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March 17, 2025 at 1:26 PM
acevo.bsky.social
Whistleblowers are good for charities: how to create a healthy speak up culture

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Whistleblowers are good for charities: how to create a healthy speak up culture - ACEVO
Charities rely on public confidence more than most. One of the best ways to build trust, externally and internally, is to get whistleblowing right.
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March 18, 2025 at 9:53 AM
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A few blogs that went live on our website in the past few days:

AI: how can civil society leaders stay ahead of the curve: www.acevo.org.uk/2025/03/ai-f...
AI for charities: how civil society leaders can stay ahead of the curve - ACEVO
By Qlic IT for Charities. Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the nonprofit sector, offering ample opportunities for charities to streamline processes, enhance fundraising efforts, an...
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March 14, 2025 at 10:09 AM
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Why having CEO who also care for children is a social justice issue. Article by @vhefti.bsky.social on @acevo.bsky.social www.acevo.org.uk/2025/02/why-...
Why charity CEOs with children are crucial for social justice - ACEVO
By Verena Hefti MBE, CEO Leaders Plus Leadership in the charity sector is a critical force for social change, yet it often mirrors the inequalities it seeks to address. Consider this: only 34% of the ...
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March 7, 2025 at 8:52 AM
acevo.bsky.social
We know we haven't posted here in a while, but we are still trying to figure out what, how, and when to post on BlueSky. Is there anything you'd like to see here from us?
March 11, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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Glad to be headed to the @acevo.bsky.social conference today. Looking forward to spending time being challenged, inspired and meeting colleagues from across the third sector! Well done @janeideceo.bsky.social and team for a great agenda! #ACEVOFest
Wembley stadium!
March 4, 2025 at 9:26 AM
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theimpactlab.co.uk
💡Charities, it’s time to ditch the rearview mirror! Live data helps you make smarter, real-time decisions and not just report on the past.

I wrote this for @acevo.bsky.social & would love your thoughts! Please give it a read & share, or come and talk to me @ #ACEVOFest!

#Charity #LiveData

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Live data: your charity's coach for better decisions - ACEVO
By Ryan Miemczyk, director of research at Trust Impact In my day job, I am a Director of Research at Trust Impact, a social impact and data consultancy, working with charities to define their strategy...
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February 27, 2025 at 10:19 AM
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The recording of the session is now available: www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5-w...
February 26, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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charitylog.bsky.social
Winning funding is about more than just making a good case... read our new blog on the @acevo.bsky.social site 👇 www.acevo.org.uk/2025/02/stre...
Strengthen your charity’s bids with effective reporting - ACEVO
By Charitylog Winning funding is about more than just making a good case—it’s about proving your impact. Funders need to see clear, compelling evidence that their investment in your charity is making ...
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February 24, 2025 at 1:29 PM
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"I’ve learned that networking isn’t about asking for something or proving your worth. Instead, it’s about creating meaningful connections rooted in mutual respect and curiosity." 🤝

Gurpreet reflects on the Future Leaders training with Kita Ikoku and @acevo.bsky.social!

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February 20, 2025 at 2:45 PM
acevo.bsky.social
On June 2024, former CEO of the @lbfew.bsky.social Paul Streets wrote a blog about leaving a job and a career he loved: www.acevo.org.uk/2024/06/on-p...

Now, 9 months on, Paul shares an update on how it's going: www.acevo.org.uk/2025/02/post...
On parting - ACEVO
By Paul Streets, outgoing CEO of Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales. ‘Remember, when you’re no longer a CEO, no one is paid to listen to you anymore’ Over the last 18 months I have been work...
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February 18, 2025 at 2:54 PM
acevo.bsky.social
Today is the LAST DAY you can buy a ticket to attend ACEVOFest in person! Go go go! www.acevo.org.uk
February 14, 2025 at 8:33 AM
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duncanexley.bsky.social
"What makes your organisation more impactful — & your workload more manageable — also makes it more representative & inclusive".

#Charities #Charity
January 28, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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charitylog.bsky.social
If you make life easier for your funders it's likely they'll remember next time you apply for funding. Read our new blog on the @acevo.bsky.social website:

👉 www.acevo.org.uk/2025/02/make...
Make life easier for funders - ACEVO
Smart, professional reporting saves your funders time and trouble. They’ll love you for it.
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February 6, 2025 at 5:00 PM
acevo.bsky.social
The latest ACEVO recommends blog is now live - ACEVO recommends started a thread when Twitter was a nice place to be. As we moved away from Twitter, ACEVO recommends found a new home: our blog!

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ACEVO recommends: February 2025 - ACEVO
ACEVO recommends is a monthly blog that curates noteworthy resources, content, and events pertinent to sector leaders. Consultation on developing a strategy for improving charity governance How should...
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February 5, 2025 at 1:01 PM
acevo.bsky.social
We will be together on day one of #ACEVOFest in one month!

In person tickets available until 14 Feb: acevo.my.site.com/s/community-...
30 days to go
February 4, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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Today marks the start of Race Equality week, aimed at addressing the barriers to race equality in the workplace. In March, we explored what it means to move from not racist to anti-racist. Find out more in our blog. #EveryActionCounts

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Moving from not racist to anti-racist | The King's Fund
Anti-racism isn’t comfortable work, but it is urgent work. And we all have a part to play. Joy Warmington and Simon Newitt suggest how we can bring anti-racism work to life.
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February 3, 2025 at 3:04 PM
acevo.bsky.social
Don’t wait too long to secure your spot at ACEVOFest, especially if you are considering attending day one (4 March) in person in London. Tickets for the in-person event in London are only available until 14 February

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ACEVOFest 2025 Tuesday 4 and Wednesday 5 March
February 3, 2025 at 3:23 PM
acevo.bsky.social
ACEVO’s latest Pay & Equalities Survey report contains invaluable data, some of which has already been reported (e.g. on the underrepresentation of people from minoritised ethnic groups, and the fact that while most voluntary sector CEOs are women, men dominate the larger, higher-paying charities)
January 28, 2025 at 2:25 PM
acevo.bsky.social
Mandeep Rupra was one of the speakers at the Race Equity Series session four (if you missed the session, you can watch the recording). In this Q&A, she talks about her work and her views on anti-racist action in civil society

www.acevo.org.uk/2024/12/race...
Race Equity Series: Q&A with Mandeep Rupra - ACEVO
Feature: with guest practitioner Mandeep Rupra, director of equity and culture at Citizens Advice Mandeep Rupra was one of the speakers at the Race Equity Series session four (if you missed the sessio...
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January 16, 2025 at 12:01 PM
acevo.bsky.social
Less than 2 months for ACEVOFest! Secure your ticket - you can attend in person or online, and all the sessions will be recorded so you can watch afterwards in case you miss anything.

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January 9, 2025 at 11:18 AM