The Third Sector In 2010: Current Challenges, Future Opportunities
Date: Tuesday, 30th November 2010
Time: 10.00am-4.30pm (including networking lunch)
Venue: Westminster, London
Cost: £225-£395 for one place, dependent on sector (discounts for more than one place)
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“This Government values the economic and social contribution of Britain’s charities, social enterprises and voluntary organisations, and the extraordinary work individual people do to improve the lives of others and of the most disadvantaged. It is the sector’s commitment and ability to support and mobilise people across the country that puts it at the very centre of our mission to deliver better public services and build the Big Society. We are committed to bringing a clear vision to the sector that will mean charities, social enterprises and voluntary organisations are easier to run and not overwhelmed by interference and bureaucracy.”
- Nick Hurd MP, Minister for Civil Society, 18th May 2010
The Context
The next few years are likely to bring an age of relative austerity for third sector funding, in contrast to the considerable Government support of the last ten years. Yet it is also expected that the coming parliament will see greater demand for third sector and community involvement both in delivering services, and in building a strong and cohesive society, or as the Prime Minister has put it, “The Big Society”. But what will this mean in practical terms for organisations across the sector? And how can charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises ensure they retain their unique and valuable characteristics of independence, campaigning, and strong community ties?
The Event
This Westminster Briefing Conference will give delegates the opportunity to discuss and be informed on the future for the Third Sector over the course of the next parliament, from both the Government as well as experts in the field. Participants will debate the key issues and opportunities facing the sector over the coming years in terms of service delivery, funding, campaigning and infrastructure. In addition, case studies and workshop sessions will give delegates ideas and examples to take back to their organisations.
The Speakers
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Stuart Etherington – Chief Executive, NCVO
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Matt Leach – Chief Executive, Capacity Builders
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Nick Seddon – Deputy Director, Reform
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Helen Hughes – Third Sector National Advisor, Local Government Improvement and Development
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Craig Dearden Philips – Chair, Speaking Up/ Advocacy Partners
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Pete Alcock – Director, Third Sector Research Centre
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Simon Burrall – Director, Involve
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Julie Wilkes – Chief Executive, 3rd Sector Skills
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Susanne Rauprich – Chief Executive, National Council for Voluntary Youth Services
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Emma Halls – Chief Executive, Prostate Cancer Research Foundation
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Alistair McLean – Chief Executive, Fundraising Standards Board
The Issues
- What will be the key changes and policy initiatives under the new Government?
- How can charities of all sizes best position themselves to respond to these changes?
- Third Sector engagement with local communities and the potential impact of “The Big Society”
- Investigating the financial realities and funding opportunities of the coming years
- Public service opportunities post recession – how to develop the role of the Third Sector?
- How to ensure the sector maintains the capacity and independence for campaigning
- How to improve collaborative working to strengthen capacity, infrastructure and skills bases?
- How to build stronger governance and strategic capability within the sector?
- How to present a coherent definition of the values that bind the many different types of organisations which comprise the Third Sector?
Who should Attend?
Delegates will be drawn from charities, voluntary organisations, social enterprises, volunteer organisations, community groups, local authorities (including commissioning, procurement, partnership, community services and third sector liaison officers), the private sector, central government, academia, and from across public services such as education and young people’s services, NHS, social services and police.
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