Balancing Governance and Advocacy webinar
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Trustees & Politics: Balancing Governance and Advocacy webinar

We’ll be joining BOND’s next webinar to explore how trustees should fulfil governance duties without crossing into partisanship. 

What should trustees do to avoid partisanship? INGOs exist to make change, which often involves influencing those in power. In a time of growing political uncertainty, many are increasingly compelled to speak out on issues central to their mission. In this context, trustees face a key challenge in fulfilling their governance responsibilities – how to empower INGO staff to confidently advocate for their organisation’s mission while maintaining the political neutrality and inclusivity expected of them. 

Join us as we discuss how trustees can meet today’s governance challenges and apply existing guidance to navigate the line between advocacy and partisanship. INGO speakers will provide real-world examples from their time on INGO Boards. 

Event Details

Date: Tuesday 15 July 2025 

Time: 11:00 – 12:30 

Format: Online, Zoom 

 

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Agenda

  • Key principles from the Charity Governance Code and how to use the Charity Commission Guidance on Campaigning and Political Activity to understand what is and isn’t allowed 
  • What “striking the right balance” really means — navigating the space between effective advocacy and political neutrality 
  • Importance of organisational culture, values and internal policies, such as whistle-blowing, in guarding against political bias 
  • Managing reputational risk, including when ‘non-political’ issues become unexpectedly politicised 
  • What trustees need to see and scrutinise when it comes to public messaging and external communications. 

Speakers 

  • Hugh Swainson – Partner, Buzzacott
  • Thomas Yih – Head of Engagement, Charity Commission 
  • Victoria Langer – Trustee and Logistics Director, Greenpeace UK
  • Chris Rowse – Partner, Russell Cooke 

Please note that this webinar is open to BOND members only. 

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