The Charity Challenge

The world is changing for many charities. Resources and donations are being squeezed and as the state is being made to roll back, demands on services provided by charities are escalating. Therefore charities have to be that much more fleet of foot and business like in how they use their scarce resources effectively, efficiently and strategically.

Ten days ago, I attended a conference organised by Action 4 Youth to help leading members of charities work their way through some of these challenges in the company of their peers. Sadly I had to leave at lunchtime but the whole day promised to be a highly developmental occasion for those who attended.

The Conference Theme was Community Cohesion: In rapidly changing and uncertain times, how can we contribute ? What is the way forward for our sector? 

Here is a pic showing Jenifer Cameron, the CEO opening the event. It was good to be there to hear the presentations and network with local charities.

A quick panorama of those present. It was well attended!