Slides from a webinar, broadcast on 19 November 2019, providing an overview of the state of the charity sector and exploring how some of the trends can inform your board strategy.
View the full webinar at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_Cdwc_HPaI
Slides from a webinar, broadcast on 14 November 2019, covering what you need to be aware of in charity and electoral law during a general election, and providing guidance and tools to help your organisation campaign with confidence.
Watch the webinar at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmInr8tBlLc
The presentation covers the fourth of NCVO's 2015 project: Support for charities
It explores three topics - funding, giving and charity regulation.
Find out more about the NCVO's events: http://www.ncvo.org.uk/training-and-events/events-listing
Find out more about the NCVO: http://www.ncvo.org.uk
Becca Thomas, research officer and media co-ordinator, nfpSynergy
Heather Sturgess, researcher, nfpSynergy
Visit the CharityComms website to view slides from past events, see what events we have coming up and to check out what else we do: www.charitycomms.org.uk
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Getting behind the headlines - what will the outcome of the General Election mean for the NHS?
General Elections can be full of outrage, hype and overexcited commentators. It’s also a time when political opinion is often forced through letter boxes, yelled through megaphones, tweeted, snap-chatted and Face-booked. But what does a General Election tell us about different policy priorities? The headlines will be shouted from the roof tops – a growing economy, scrapping the bedroom tax, a referendum on withdrawal from the EU, more powers for Scotland, and higher employment.
Charities play a vital role in communities across Britain – but what do people really think about them? We partnered with ComRes to investigate the attitudes that MPs and voters hold towards charities, and the policies that they think the Government should implement to increase the impact that voluntary organisations have.
Our report looks at how attitudes between MPs and voters differ, where voters and MPs affiliated to the same party agree and disagree, and shines a light on the attitude of new MPs towards charities.
This year's The State of the State finds the UK government amid the complex and politically-charged challenge of leaving the EU. But while exit issues may dominate headlines, public services face more local and immediate challenges as they cope with rising demand, ongoing budget pressures and heightened concerns over social inequality.
Slides from a webinar, broadcast on 14 November 2019, covering what you need to be aware of in charity and electoral law during a general election, and providing guidance and tools to help your organisation campaign with confidence.
Watch the webinar at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmInr8tBlLc
The presentation covers the fourth of NCVO's 2015 project: Support for charities
It explores three topics - funding, giving and charity regulation.
Find out more about the NCVO's events: http://www.ncvo.org.uk/training-and-events/events-listing
Find out more about the NCVO: http://www.ncvo.org.uk
Becca Thomas, research officer and media co-ordinator, nfpSynergy
Heather Sturgess, researcher, nfpSynergy
Visit the CharityComms website to view slides from past events, see what events we have coming up and to check out what else we do: www.charitycomms.org.uk
Respiratory futures webinar: Pre-election healthcare policy special whats on ...Respiratory Futures
Getting behind the headlines - what will the outcome of the General Election mean for the NHS?
General Elections can be full of outrage, hype and overexcited commentators. It’s also a time when political opinion is often forced through letter boxes, yelled through megaphones, tweeted, snap-chatted and Face-booked. But what does a General Election tell us about different policy priorities? The headlines will be shouted from the roof tops – a growing economy, scrapping the bedroom tax, a referendum on withdrawal from the EU, more powers for Scotland, and higher employment.
Charities play a vital role in communities across Britain – but what do people really think about them? We partnered with ComRes to investigate the attitudes that MPs and voters hold towards charities, and the policies that they think the Government should implement to increase the impact that voluntary organisations have.
Our report looks at how attitudes between MPs and voters differ, where voters and MPs affiliated to the same party agree and disagree, and shines a light on the attitude of new MPs towards charities.
This year's The State of the State finds the UK government amid the complex and politically-charged challenge of leaving the EU. But while exit issues may dominate headlines, public services face more local and immediate challenges as they cope with rising demand, ongoing budget pressures and heightened concerns over social inequality.
Challenges & Opportunities for the Charity Sector - NFP Synergy - PMDOS -4 Ma...Wellingtone
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Annual Report on the State of Philanthropy - Serbia 2016Catalyst Balkans
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The 2020 Edelman Trust Barometer is the firm’s 20th annual trust and credibility survey. It measures trust across a number of institutions, sectors and geographies.
Income and volunteering challenges in the charity sector in 2023 PP.pdfFelixPerez547899
Price Bailey partnered with The National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) for a webinar that provided invaluable information on the trends in income and volunteering in the charity sector and the challenges that charities face in 2023 as a result.
As charities look to generate income and grow or maintain their volunteers to try and keep costs down, it is important to understand the wider economic climate and trends in this regard to inform your strategic thinking.
Annual Report on the State of Philanthropy - Giving Serbia 2019 Catalyst Balkans
The 2019 Annual Report on Philanthropy in Serbia was the result of media monitoring (print, broadcast and electronic) of keywords related to domestic philanthropy during the period from January to December 2019.
Edelman Trust Barometer 2019 - UK ResultsEdelman_UK
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Tim Harrison, Director of Tracking Research at NFP Synergy delivered a presentation at Project Management Day of Service (PMDOS) about the top 5 challenges and opportunities for the charity sector.
Annual Report on the State of Philanthropy - Serbia 2016Catalyst Balkans
The research and publication of the 2016 Annual Report on the State of Philanthropy in Serbia were carried out by Trag Foundation and Catalyst Balkans with the generous support of the C.S. Mott Foundation, Balkan Trust for Democracy (BTD) and United States Agency for International Development (USAID).
The 2020 Edelman Trust Barometer is the firm’s 20th annual trust and credibility survey. It measures trust across a number of institutions, sectors and geographies.
Income and volunteering challenges in the charity sector in 2023 PP.pdfFelixPerez547899
Price Bailey partnered with The National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) for a webinar that provided invaluable information on the trends in income and volunteering in the charity sector and the challenges that charities face in 2023 as a result.
As charities look to generate income and grow or maintain their volunteers to try and keep costs down, it is important to understand the wider economic climate and trends in this regard to inform your strategic thinking.
Annual Report on the State of Philanthropy - Giving Serbia 2019 Catalyst Balkans
The 2019 Annual Report on Philanthropy in Serbia was the result of media monitoring (print, broadcast and electronic) of keywords related to domestic philanthropy during the period from January to December 2019.
Edelman Trust Barometer 2019 - UK ResultsEdelman_UK
The 2019 Edelman Trust Barometer is the firm’s 19th annual trust and credibility survey. It measures trust across a number of institutions, sectors and geographies.
A panel discussion considering what the future hold for charities and their governance, and how trustees can support their charities to survive and thrive.
Here we share our progress on updating the Charity Governance Code. Hear from the Code steering group about changes that are being made to the Diversity and Integrity principles following its refresh.
The panel will share some of the proposed changes to the Integrity principle, offering a preview of the updates. They will also reflect on findings from engagement and the extended consultation on enhancements to the Diversity principle. This will be an opportunity for the steering group to share their learning, having listened to a range of experiences. It is also an opportunity to discuss best practice which has been identified through the revision work. Finally, the group will offer an update on next steps on the Code's revision.
We’ve put together this video guide to using the governance wheel to carry out a board effectiveness review. It will be most useful for trustees or staff who are undertaking a board review for their own charity and want to know how best to use the governance wheel to support them in this.
As the charity sector continues to manage the impact of the pandemic, many charities are facing financial uncertainty. In this context many senior leaders, to ensure their charity’s sustainability, will be considering collaboration and merger. In this webinar, in association with Bates Wells, we aim to answer questions such as: When should a charity in crisis consider merging? What are the alternatives? How can you make the best decision for your organisation? You will also hear about a new online decision-making tool which will help organisations chart the options open to them in a tight financial spot.
Normal working practices have changed dramatically in a very short period. Most staff are still working remotely, and many organisations have made use of the furlough scheme. This has meant organisations are having to manage and support staff remotely; review some existing policies to ensure they are still fit for purpose; and manage with a reduced and rotating staff capacity. In partnership with our Trusted Supplier Croner, in this webinar we will be sharing good practice on managing and supporting staff in this new environment. We will be joined by Vicky Scott, Operations and HR Manager at Hackney CVS who will share the experiences and learnings of Hackney CVS in this new context.
The economic impact of coronavirus means that many voluntary sector organisations will be going through a period of significant change over the coming months. For many of the hardest hit charities, the process of restructuring and making redundancies will sadly be inevitable. In this webinar we help organisations prepare for this context.
Entering a new phase of the Covid-19 pandemic, with the option of returning to your workplace, has legal and practical implications for all charities. Employers need to be clear about what they are required to do to ensure the health and safety of their staff and volunteers. Employers are having to consider questions such as: what reasonable adjustments should employers make for their workforce in returning to a ‘new normal?’ How can we prepare for what lies ahead? In partnership with TrustLaw, in this webinar we aim to answer these questions. We will be joined by Sarah Valentine, Senior Associate at Eversheds Sutherland and Andrew New, Head of Education at St John Ambulance.
Slides from a webinar broadcast on 15 July 2020, sharing what volunteering organisations have learned since the lockdown in March.
Watch the full recording here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyFbDAtHHQo
Slides of NCVO webinar that took place on 24 June 2020 covering:
the general health and safety obligations to staff and volunteers, the key legal and practical issues employers need to consider and where to go for further support and guidance.
Watch the webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDBvyTIFTIc
Slides of the NCVO webinar that took place in June 2020 covering:
1) the role of the chair and the board in supporting organisations in the next phase
2) challenges and opportunities which the easing of lockdown presents for trustees
3) tips and resources to help boards plan in a period of significant change
Watch the webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HaPktkiCRgo
In partnership with Zurich, NCVO is pleased to bring you a webinar discussing the importance of risk assessments and how effective risk assessments can demonstrate that appropriate health and safety measures are being adopted during the COVID 19 pandemic.
Russian anarchist and anti-war movement in the third year of full-scale warAntti Rautiainen
Anarchist group ANA Regensburg hosted my online-presentation on 16th of May 2024, in which I discussed tactics of anti-war activism in Russia, and reasons why the anti-war movement has not been able to make an impact to change the course of events yet. Cases of anarchists repressed for anti-war activities are presented, as well as strategies of support for political prisoners, and modest successes in supporting their struggles.
Thumbnail picture is by MediaZona, you may read their report on anti-war arson attacks in Russia here: https://en.zona.media/article/2022/10/13/burn-map
Links:
Autonomous Action
http://Avtonom.org
Anarchist Black Cross Moscow
http://Avtonom.org/abc
Solidarity Zone
https://t.me/solidarity_zone
Memorial
https://memopzk.org/, https://t.me/pzk_memorial
OVD-Info
https://en.ovdinfo.org/antiwar-ovd-info-guide
RosUznik
https://rosuznik.org/
Uznik Online
http://uznikonline.tilda.ws/
Russian Reader
https://therussianreader.com/
ABC Irkutsk
https://abc38.noblogs.org/
Send mail to prisoners from abroad:
http://Prisonmail.online
YouTube: https://youtu.be/c5nSOdU48O8
Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/libertarianlifecoach/episodes/Russian-anarchist-and-anti-war-movement-in-the-third-year-of-full-scale-war-e2k8ai4
This session provides a comprehensive overview of the latest updates to the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (commonly known as the Uniform Guidance) outlined in the 2 CFR 200.
With a focus on the 2024 revisions issued by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), participants will gain insight into the key changes affecting federal grant recipients. The session will delve into critical regulatory updates, providing attendees with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate and comply with the evolving landscape of federal grant management.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the rationale behind the 2024 updates to the Uniform Guidance outlined in 2 CFR 200, and their implications for federal grant recipients.
- Identify the key changes and revisions introduced by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in the 2024 edition of 2 CFR 200.
- Gain proficiency in applying the updated regulations to ensure compliance with federal grant requirements and avoid potential audit findings.
- Develop strategies for effectively implementing the new guidelines within the grant management processes of their respective organizations, fostering efficiency and accountability in federal grant administration.
ZGB - The Role of Generative AI in Government transformation.pdfSaeed Al Dhaheri
This keynote was presented during the the 7th edition of the UAE Hackathon 2024. It highlights the role of AI and Generative AI in addressing government transformation to achieve zero government bureaucracy
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
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By raising awareness, providing support, advocating for change, and offering assistance to children in need, individuals can play a crucial role in improving the lives of street children and helping them realize their full potential
Donate Us
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#donatefororphan, #donateforhomelesschildren, #childeducation, #ngochildeducation, #donateforeducation, #donationforchildeducation, #sponsorforpoorchild, #sponsororphanage #sponsororphanchild, #donation, #education, #charity, #educationforchild, #seruds, #kurnool, #joyhome
A process server is a authorized person for delivering legal documents, such as summons, complaints, subpoenas, and other court papers, to peoples involved in legal proceedings.
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Donate Us
https://serudsindia.org/how-individuals-can-support-street-children-in-india/
#donatefororphan, #donateforhomelesschildren, #childeducation, #ngochildeducation, #donateforeducation, #donationforchildeducation, #sponsorforpoorchild, #sponsororphanage #sponsororphanchild, #donation, #education, #charity, #educationforchild, #seruds, #kurnool, #joyhome
Up the Ratios Bylaws - a Comprehensive Process of Our Organizationuptheratios
Up the Ratios is a non-profit organization dedicated to bridging the gap in STEM education for underprivileged students by providing free, high-quality learning opportunities in robotics and other STEM fields. Our mission is to empower the next generation of innovators, thinkers, and problem-solvers by offering a range of educational programs that foster curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.
At Up the Ratios, we believe that every student, regardless of their socio-economic background, should have access to the tools and knowledge needed to succeed in today's technology-driven world. To achieve this, we host a variety of free classes, workshops, summer camps, and live lectures tailored to students from underserved communities. Our programs are designed to be engaging and hands-on, allowing students to explore the exciting world of robotics and STEM through practical, real-world applications.
Our free classes cover fundamental concepts in robotics, coding, and engineering, providing students with a strong foundation in these critical areas. Through our interactive workshops, students can dive deeper into specific topics, working on projects that challenge them to apply what they've learned and think creatively. Our summer camps offer an immersive experience where students can collaborate on larger projects, develop their teamwork skills, and gain confidence in their abilities.
In addition to our local programs, Up the Ratios is committed to making a global impact. We take donations of new and gently used robotics parts, which we then distribute to students and educational institutions in other countries. These donations help ensure that young learners worldwide have the resources they need to explore and excel in STEM fields. By supporting education in this way, we aim to nurture a global community of future leaders and innovators.
Our live lectures feature guest speakers from various STEM disciplines, including engineers, scientists, and industry professionals who share their knowledge and experiences with our students. These lectures provide valuable insights into potential career paths and inspire students to pursue their passions in STEM.
Up the Ratios relies on the generosity of donors and volunteers to continue our work. Contributions of time, expertise, and financial support are crucial to sustaining our programs and expanding our reach. Whether you're an individual passionate about education, a professional in the STEM field, or a company looking to give back to the community, there are many ways to get involved and make a difference.
We are proud of the positive impact we've had on the lives of countless students, many of whom have gone on to pursue higher education and careers in STEM. By providing these young minds with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed, we are not only changing their futures but also contributing to the advancement of technology and innovation on a broader scale.
6. Poll 1: How many General
Charities are in the UK?
7. THE TOTAL NUMBER OF ORGANISATIONS IN UK
REMAINS RELATIVELY STABLE
Number of voluntary organisations in UK, 2000/01 to 2016/17
Source: The UK Civil society Almanac 2019; NCVO
-
50,000
100,000
150,000
200,000
2000/01 2002/03 2004/05 2006/07 2008/09 2010/11 2012/13 2014/15 2016/17
166,854
15. CHALLENGES FOR RUNNING SMALL CHARITIES
• No paid staff and reliance of volunteers means
responsibilities can be blurred
• Changing funding sources
• Changing nature of grants
• Often left out of government planning
16. CHALLENGES FOR RUNNING LARGER CHARITIES
• Difficulty in keeping an oversight of the charity
• How can the board know everything?
• Higher levels of public scrutiny?
• Challenge of managing an organisation at scale (eg
resources and operations)
• Managing relationship with permanent expert
executives
17. WHERE DOES YOUR MONEY COME FROM AND WHERE
DOES IT GO?
Source: The UK Civil society Almanac 2019; NCVO
22. STAFF CHARACTERISTICS
Voluntary sector Public sector Private sector
Total N of employees 865,916 7,087,452 24,134,174
Male 33 34 59
Female 67 66 41
16—34 29 28 37
35—49 34 37 33
50+ 38 35 30
White 91 88 88
BAME 9 12 12
Not known 0 0 0
Source: The Labour Force Survey 2018; ONS
23. CHARITIES HAVE A LOWER GENDER PAY GAP COMPARED
TO OTHER SECTORS
7
12
11
12
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
Charity Private sector Public sector Total
Median difference in hourly pay by sector, 2018-2019 (%)
Source: Gender pay gap in large charities: findings from the latest data 2019; NCVO
24. WHAT DOES YOUR BOARD LOOK LIKE?
Source: Taken on Trust 2017; Charity Commission
26. Questions to ask your board
Size: What challenges are we more likely to face because of our
size and scale, how can we prepare for these?
Money: How does our income and spending match the sector
overall and are we comfortable and able to justify our ratios?
Transparency: How can we better ensure we are effectively
communicating both our impact and information on how we
are run?
Diversity: Could our charity benefit from increased diversity of
skills, experience and background? If so what do we need to
differently to attract and retain this talent?
27. USEFUL RESOURCES
UK Civil Society Almanac 2019 https://data.ncvo.org.uk/
NCVO publications and research
www.ncvo.org.uk/practical-support/publications
• The Good Trustee Guide, 6th ed., NCVO 2015
• Good governance: a practical guide for trustees, chairs and CEOs
• Research briefing ‘Planning for tomorrow's workforce: Understanding
skills and skills gaps in the sector’
www.knowhownonprofit.org
• Governance guidance
• Board basics
• Income diversification tool
Charity Governance Code www.charitygovernancecode.org
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28. FURTHER SUPPORT
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• NCVO Consultancy www.ncvo.org.uk/training-and-events/consultancy
• NCVO training https://booking.ncvo.org.uk/training
• Trustees Unlimited https://trustees-unlimited.co.uk/
• NCVO Annual Trustee Conference: https://www.ncvo.org.uk/training-and-
events/trustee-conference
• Charity Commission: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/charity-
commission
• Infrastructure bodies e.g. ACEVO, Small Charities Coalition, WCVA,
Association of Chairs
• Local infrastructure bodies: Council for Voluntary Service/Voluntary Action,
Volunteer Centre
Keeva
Give some brief context on the Almanac-give over 15 years of data on the size and scope of general charities in the UK. We look at charity finances, workforce and volunteering
General charities (different to registered charities) doesn’t include organisations like universities, independent schools, churches etc
Mention that the 2019 Almanac covers 2016-17.
Get started with a few quick-fire polls…
Keeva
Remind them that this is just general charities so doesn’t cover the full scope of the sector
Poll 1: how many general charities are in the UK? 998,092
166,854
40,019
95,999
180,890
Keeva
The answer is… 166,854
If they expected it to be higher, it could be that they are thinking on non-registered charities, or charities that fall outside of the general charities definition.
Number of voluntary organisations have generally remained steady
Dan
Remind them that this is just general charities…
Poll 2: what’s the total income of the sector?
£23.4bn
£100bn
£50.6bn
£75.8bn
Dan
The income was £50.6bn, an increase from £49.7bn the previous year
Dan
Lastly…
Poll 4: How many trustees are there in the sector?
c850,000
c60,000
c950,000
c700,000
Dan
c700,000
This is only ‘unique’ entries. If you predicted higher it could be that you are thinking of people who sit on multiple boards or the number of trusteeships as opposed to individual trustees.
Taken on Trust charity commission report 2017
Keeva
Start with another quick poll
In the Almanac we measure size of organisation by how much income they bring in, not number of employees.
Super major (More than £100m)
Major (£10m to £100m)
Large (£1m to £10m)
Medium (£100,000 to £1m)
Micro and Small (Less than £100,000)
Keeva
Mention that while most charities are smaller, the larger charities tend to have the most income, assets and expenditure
Concentrated mostly in the large, major and super-major categories
Interesting: While only making up around 0.5% of all organisations, major and super-majors make up over 50% of the sectors income
Dan
What does this mean for people on the webinar? How does their org compare?
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Larger charities more likely to work nationally and overseas whereas smaller organisations are more likely to operate locally. Super-major organisations have by far the largest proportion of organisations that work at a national level (70%) or overseas (18%).
For more info:
Super-Major:
10% operate locally
70% operate nationally
18% operate overseas
2% operate nationally and overseas
Major:
40% operate locally
39% operate nationally
11% operate overseas
10% operate nationally and overseas
Keeva
There are 6 different income sources that we use in the Almanac.
The largest income source is the public. The public isn’t just donations and legacies- it also includes charitable services that the public use (membership fees for charity services, delivering training) trading income (eg goods bought in a charity shop) and fundraising.
Second largest income source is from the government. This also includes EU and international governments.
*Key trends*
While income from the public and government remain large, overall growth in income is due to an increase in grants and investments.
Income from the public and government shows signs of plateauing
This is shows the importance of looking at where your money comes from and diversifying income as much as able to. Check NCVOs income diversification tool.
*Expenditure*
Explain that boards often have to debate the proportions of their spending. – the sector spent 96% of its income.
Majority went on charitable activities (ie activities that deliver the charities mission).
Smallest proportion went towards governance however governance costs are underestimated in our reports- some charities report this under charitable activities
Dan
What does this mean for boards?
Critics of the sector often criticise charitable spending but also want organisations to be run well
Dan
Why is transparency important?
Transparency in spending is important to public trust- Trust in Charities 2018 data- when asked to rank which is most important in deciding to trust a charity on a scale of 0-10, being transparent about spending was ranked highest 8.8
Dan
*Explain examples of good transparency*
Pinned tweet from Barnados Scotland- tweet give 5 quick impacts made that month. This is easily disseminated and sharable. It is also pinned so it is the first thing you see when going on their twitter. Infographic is very clear and visual.
Impact calculator from Solar Aid (a charity that provides access to solar lights in Malawi and Zambia). In the impact calculator they don’t just say how many solar lights will be bought with your donation, but also how many people it will affect and the environmental impact. It is also interactive which is more appealing
Dan
We’ve discussed the importance of being transparent and seen some great examples of transparent reporting, so would be great to get an understanding if you do any of the following…
Poll 6: Have you done any of the following?
Ensure that board members and what they do is easily available on your website
Show how much of a donation goes directly to charitable causes
Publicly report CEO salary
Make your annual report accessible on your website
Publicly report gender pay gap data
Keeva
Workforce= over 860k
Vol sector more likely to be female, older and white
Compared to private sector which is spread out more evenly
We did some research into skills gaps that explored why the sector isn’t more diverse.
We found that charities value qualifications and experience which may put groups who have barriers into education and work at a disadvantage. Namely, young people, BAME people, disabled people and people from lower socio-economic groups.
Really interesting, see skills briefing for more info…
IF ASKED: voluntary sector employees are also more likely to be employed part-time (37%) than public or private sector employees (28%; 25%)
More likely to be temp contract (9%) than public or private sector (7%; 4%)
Keeva
All organisations with 250+employees must report their gender pay gap. In 2018-19 571 charities submitted their gender pay gap data (5% of total employers that year).
On average, men get paid 7% more than women working in charities. The difference is much smaller than in both the private (12%) and the public (11%) sector.
While we are better than other sectors with gender pay gap, as we have a majority female workforce so having a pay gap isn’t great!
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IF ASKED:
Highest paid quartile- 63% are women which is lower than overall proportion of women in the workforce (underrepresented in the higher paid jobs)- Still much better than in public and private sector (54% and 36%)
IF AKED ABOUT ETHNICITY PAY GAP:
The Equality and Human Rights Commission found that only 3% of employers measure their disability and ethnicity pay gaps. Therefore we aren’t able to look specifically at ethnicity pay gaps in voluntary sector
According to ONS: In 2018, Chinese, Indian and Mixed/Multiple ethnic groups were the highest earners, followed by White British. The ethnic groups that had the lowest median hourly pay were Pakistani and Bangladeshi
If asked: Data is sourced from freelance data scientist David Kane and based on the government Gender Pay Gap service
Charity numbers are based on data from findthatcharity
Organisation type is determined by matching based on company numbers. This matching could be wrong in individual cases:
Charities sometimes have incorrect/missing company numbers
Company numbers can have odd formatting
Public sector organisations are assumed based on those organisations without a company number which might be incorrect
General charities classifications are based on the general charities definition used in the UK Civil Society Almanac
The data may be incomplete and some organisations still missing
Dan
Reminder- 700,000 trustees
Majority are men, white and average age of boards is 55-64. Very few under 35.
Also according to the Young, Gifted &…a Charity Trustee? Survey in 2013, 85% of people under 35 would consider becoming a trustee
Go to Charity governance code website to find recommended practice for small and large charities to increase governance diversity and evaluate your recruitment practices
Dan
It would be great to see if you have tried any of the following. Also comment if anything worked really well or didn’t work well
Poll 7: which recruitment practices have you tried to improve your board’s diversity?
Reviewing time, location and frequency of meetings
Paying expenses to trustees
Reviewing where and how trustee vacancies are publicised
Monitoring and reporting on diversity
Examining skills, experience and diversity of the board to find imbalances and gaps
Dan
Prepare a few questions in case the ones we get aren’t that great
Trends in gov funding- changing nature of grants and contracts- blurring of lines- performance related grants. Local gov funding reduced and central gov funding is slightly more volatile
Income sources by size of org- small orgs less likely to get legacy funding, fewer will have investment income…
Unrestricted and restricted funding– we don’t analyse that data
What is a good level of reserves? 6 months of spending average (Dan can talk more on this- recommendations between 3-6 months)