Strengthening Governance & Financial Sustainability Workshop for Charity Trustees

Published on: 18 February 2026

Topic: Strengthening Governance & Financial Sustainability Workshop for Charity Trustees

When: April 15th 3:45pm-7pm

Where: University of West London, Saint Mary’s Road, Room BY.GF.010 London W5 5RF

This workshop provides Charity Trustees with an refresher on legal responsibilities, reinforces accountability, and promotes strategic align
Charity trustees are collectively responsible for governance, financial oversight, and ensuring the organization’s long-term sustainability. Research undertaken by the Claude Littner Business School at University of West London conducted together with local charities has identified several challenges: – Varied understanding of trustees’ legal responsibilities and Charity Commission expectations – Need for stronger financial oversight and sustainability planning – Desire to improve fundraising and grant application effectiveness. This structured workshop provides a focused opportunity to address these issues, reinforce accountability, and promote strategic alignment among trustees.

To register for the workshop click here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/strengthening-governance-financial-sustainability-workshop-tickets-1983350190811?aff=oddtdtcreator

Agenda

Registration: 15:45 to 16:00 – Leneque Jones

Presenters: 16:00–16:15 Welcome & Introductions. Establish objectives and expectations: Adrian Elison, pro vice-chancellor (tbc) or Suresh Gamlath, Head of business school (tbc)

16:15–16:45 Governance & Legal Responsibilities. Overview of duties and compliance obligations – Aneeqa Ali, Senior Lecturter in Law/Legal Practice (LPC/LLM)

16:45–17:15 Financial Sustainability. Explore financial resilience, reserves, income diversification – Professor Javad Izadi

17:15–17:30 Coffee Break

17:30 to 17:45 Reflection Share insights and agree immediate priorities – Joseph Bourke FCCA

17:45–18:15 Grant Applications & Fundraising Strategy. Discuss trustee role in fundraising and effective grant oversight – (tbc)

18:15–18:35 Integrating Governance, Finance & Fundraising. Connect governance principles to financial stewardship – Joseph Bourke FCCA

18:45–19:00 CLBS student volunteering program and consultancy. UWL resources available to charities re: student volunteers, participatory research and assistance with grant applications/consultancy. – Tony Mulvahil/Connie Bassne

Strengthening Governance & Financial Sustainability Workshop for Charity Trustees

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