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Introduction to Social Enterprises - event summary

By NICVA 5 Jun 2023 Jocelyn Horton

On 31 May 2023, Stephen McGarry, from Work West Enterprise Agency led the session Introduction to Social Enterprises.

The Pilgrim Trust and their Young Women’s Mental Health programme – summary and presentation

By NICVA 5 Jun 2023 Jocelyn Horton

On 16 May 2023, Sonja Forbes, Grant Manager at Pilgrim Trust, gave an overview of the Trust and their Young Women’s Mental Health programme.

Developing Corporate Partnerships - event summary

By NICVA 30 May 2023 Jocelyn Horton

On 25 May 2023, Denise Cranston, Head of Partnerships Practice at 2into3 and Louise Heatley, Head of Alice Public Relations NI, delivered a training session on Developing Corporate Partnerships and the Importance of Communications.

Building Support from Donors and Volunteer Fundraisers - summary and presentation

By NICVA 23 May 2023 Jocelyn Horton

On 9th May 2023, Glenn Oakes, Caboodle Fundraising, facilitated Building Support from Donors and Volunteer Fundraisers, as part of the Cost of Fundraising series, supported by the Department for Communities.

Developing a Fundraising Strategy - summary and presentation

By NICVA 23 May 2023 Jocelyn Horton

On 9th May 2023, Glenn Oakes, Caboodle Fundraising., facilitated a session on Developing a Fundraising Strategy as part of the Cost of Fundraising series, supported by the Department for Communities.

Advice for those experiencing cyber attacks

By NICVA 19 Apr 2023 Sandra Bailie

This resource provides advice on how to improve your cyber security and links to information on how to deal with cyber attacks.

NICVA's Journey to Net Zero and Environmental Sustainability

By NICVA 19 Dec 2022 Geoff Nuttall

This presentation describes the exciting journey which NICVA has undertaken towards environmental sustainability and Net Zero carbon emissions between summer 2019 and Christmas 2022

Strategies for positive mental health in the workplace - resources and recording

By NICVA 12 Dec 2022 Sandra Bailie

This resource is a summary of the strategies and advice shared on the Strategies for positive mental health webinar on 8 December 2022 and includes a recording of the webinar. The panel had representatives from Inspire, ASCERT, AWARE and CRUSE NI.

The independent examination of charity accounts - what is it and what to look for in an Independent Examiner

By NICVA 8 Nov 2022 Denise Copeland

Charity trustees have a responsibility to ensure that the Independent Examiner they appoint has the required skills and experience to carry out an independent examination of their charity.

The role of the treasurer and preparing an annual budget

By NICVA 8 Nov 2022 Denise Copeland

This tutorial video will help you to understand the key duties of the treasurer and their role on the board. It also outlines how to prepare an annual budget.

Making a Sustainable Difference in your Organisation

By NICVA 25 Oct 2022 Jocelyn Horton

The environment affects all aspects of our lives and there are numerous benefits for organisations to address environmental issues such as improved finances and greater appeal for employees, supporters and funders.

Guest Blog: Workplace Wellbeing – Is it another thing to add to the list?

By NICVA 8 Sep 2022 Susan Glass

Catherine Murnin from The Wellbeing Pathway outlines the importance of wellbeing in the workplace, why we should be talking about it, some of the barriers and enablers, and the actions organisations can take.

Give A Little Webinar

By NICVA 27 May 2022 Jocelyn Horton

Vicky Hewlett, Senior Marketing & Communications Manager and Eduardo Skinner, Product Manager at Give A Little hosted a free webinar, giving an overview of their point-of-donation platform which aims to help charities embrace cashless giving.

Cyber Security Guide - Managing

By NICVA 20 Apr 2022

Like any security process, cybersecurity will need to be maintained. This section will provide some straightforward guidance to help with that, including how to get insurance and how to make sure your board has proper oversight.

Cyber Security Guide - Actions

By NICVA 20 Apr 2022

By following the tips on this page, you can make your organisation’s cybersecurity robust.

Cyber Security Guide - Introduction

By NICVA 20 Apr 2022

NICVA’s starter cybersecurity guide is easy to follow for anyone. It is designed to help any organisation, big or small, become cybersecure from a standing start. The changes you need to make should be quick and free of stress.

Guest Blog: Getting started with using ads on Facebook for fundraising

By NICVA 23 Mar 2022 Jocelyn Horton

If you’re looking to try advertising on Facebook to recruit new donors, Tori Arthurs, Supporter Recruitment Manager at Friends of the Earth gives some pointers to get your project off the ground.

Guest Blog: Top Tips for Getting Started on Social Media

By NICVA 21 Mar 2022 Jocelyn Horton

Paige Ardrey, Social Media and Engagement Manager at Friends of the Earth gives us her top tips for getting started on social media.

Live Panel Discussion - trends, ideas and overcoming challenges in cashless giving

By NICVA 15 Mar 2022 Jocelyn Horton

The Live Panel Discussion, part of the #DigitalFundraising Webinar Series 2021, discussed the impact of the pandemic on fundraising, future trends, inspiring ideas, and ways to overcome challenges in cashless giving.

Basic finance tutorial videos

By NICVA 22 Feb 2022 Denise Copeland

NICVA has developed a series of tutorial videos to help treasurers and trustees of small to medium sized voluntary led organisations understand the basics of financial record keeping and good financial governance.

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