Federated membership
We’re delighted to partner with a number of federated and network organisations so all of their chairs can access support, community, training, and resources.
Benefits of federated membership
Federated organisations face specific challenges – particularly when it comes to working with a network of locally run charities, each with its own board and chair.
Supporting your local chairs and vice-chairs helps to:
- Boost the efficacy of their boards
- Promote resilience and good governance in your branches
- Secure the best for all your beneficiaries and service users
- Protect your brand
We’re happy to talk to you about creating bespoke membership packages and offers for your network.
Connect and support
Our enthusiastic community and regular events provide a safe and supportive network. Become part of this unique community and access guidance from other chairs, co-chairs and vice-chairs beyond your own federation.
Learn and develop
With over 40 bespoke resources plus regular events, webinars, and training, there are plenty of opportunities to grow your expertise. Boost the effectiveness and resilience of your boards.
Champion
Be part of collaborative research and events. We highlight the unique value of the chairing role, and champion chairs’ interests within the sector and in government. Together, we work to professionalise board leadership.
Lead
Build diverse, inclusive boards with the help of our resources, events and signposting. Guide effective and resilient governance in your organisation with succession planning and recruitment.
At Trussell, we are committed to providing support, tools and resources to food bank trustees to allow them to govern their organisations effectively. We see our partnership with AoC as a crucial part of this offer, supporting network chairs to lead their organisations towards a future where their services are no longer needed.”
Richard Schneider, Interim Head of North and East England, Trussell
The contribution of chairs throughout the National Federation of Women’s Institutes is essential for sustaining the vitality and effectiveness of the Women’s Institute. Therefore, we are dedicated to working with AoC, who provide an invaluable support to our Federation of Women’s Institute chairs, enabling them to govern effectively.”
Anupreet Jeetun, Director of Learning & Development, NFWI
The role of the chair at a charity is crucial to organisational success. Age UK has commissioned AoC to offer a range of webinars to support local leaders in the Age UK Network to build their skills and capacity. Local chairs have found the sessions helpful in developing and refreshing skills as well as providing opportunities to meet and learn from peers.”
Programme Manager, Network Resilience Team, Age UK
If you’re a chair or vice-chair of a federated charity or network, contact us to find out more. If we’re not already working with your network, we’re happy to explore this with you. Otherwise, check out our individual membership or board membership:
Individual
For chairs looking to learn and connect
Board
For boards ready to develop their leadership
