We support the development of a strong, effective and diverse voluntary and community sector and offer training to help organisations develop staff and meet objectives. For more information on our training visit our Training and Skills page.
Trustees Week 3-7 November 2025
16 October, 2025Last updated28 October, 2025Trustees' Week is a time for us to celebrate the great effort and achievements of Trustees. Our month-long calendar of events and promotion of practical resources is in recognition that Trustees need support and guidance in carrying out their role.
Why NICVA Training? Because It Makes a Real Impact
30 July, 2025Last updated1 August, 2025The ILM Level 5 in Leadership and Management delivered by NICVA is more than just a qualification — it’s a transformative experience that builds confidence, sharpens leadership skills, and empowers people to lead with purpose.
Apprenticeships: A Smart Hiring Strategy for the Community and Voluntary Sector
6 February, 2025Last updated6 February, 2025Recruitment and retention are growing challenges for the community and voluntary sector. Rising costs, including increased National Insurance Contributions (NIC), are making it harder for organisations to invest in their workforce. However, apprenticeships offer a sustainable solution, one that can avoid employers National Insurance contributions while creating opportunities for skilled, committed employees.
NICVA and The Wheel launch the IFI Transforming Local Leadership Programme
14 June, 2023Last updated2 August, 2024On 15 June NICVA and The Wheel launched the new International Fund for Ireland (IFI) pilot programme - Transforming Local Leadership, with two information sessions for all IFI funded organisations.Impact of ILM Level 5 Diploma
5 January, 2023Last updated2 August, 2024Since September 2020 83 people have participated in our ILM L5 Diploma in Leadership and Management. It is encouraging to go back to our learners six months after they complete and find out what has changed.Highlights from 2022 from Organisational Development Team
13 December, 2022Last updated2 August, 2024The Organisational Development Team has enjoyed serving our members and working with the wider sector in 2022. From the day to day information, advice, support and training to special initiatives we have adapted and developed to meet your needs.Developing corporate partnerships - recording and resources
11 November, 2020Last updated2 August, 2024On 11 November we hosted a webinar as part of the CFNI Accelerator Programme funded by Department for Communities on Developing Corporate Partnerships. This was delivered by Hilary Hanberry from Business in the Community with guest speakers.Online Training with NICVA - what's available?
26 March, 2020Last updated2 August, 2024NICVA Skills and Development team continue to offer training opportunities online for you and your organisation. Keep an eye on our Training Calendar for upcoming sessions.NICVA calls for spring participants for interface-based Transformative Leadership Programme
20 January, 2020Last updated2 August, 2024Spring dates have now been set for the Transformative Leadership Programme (TLP)—a leadership training programme funded by the PEACE IV Programme through Belfast City Council.Impact of East Belfast Community Capacity and Leadership Programme
2 July, 2019Last updated2 August, 2024NICVA was delighted to complete delivery of the East Belfast Community Capacity and Leadership Programme on 30 April 2019 with targets exceeded and excellent feedback from the East Belfast groups and organisations who took part.