Additional online training courses are also available throughout the year to support those in key federation and WI roles. For example:
- Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Training
- Conflict Management Training
- Disability Awareness Training
- Communication Skills Training.
The programme is added to regularly and federations are informed when new sessions are available.
Trustees can also access training offered through the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).
Follow our step by step guide on how to access the ICAEW Trustee Training package.
Taking place online: 3rd-7th November 2025
Tickets to the Festival of Trusteeship 2025 are priced as follows:
- Early bird weekly pass: £24 (incl VAT)
- Weekly pass: £30 (incl VAT)
- Individual events: £12 (incl VAT)
- Post event recordings box set for non-ticket holders (£30)
- All sessions for aspiring trustees are free of charge
Join Eastside People and your peers from the charity sector at the largest educational gathering for UK trustees during Trustees’ Week 2025. Led by Eastside People and supported by the Institute of Leadership, this event is part of the Festival of Trusteeship, a week-long online series offering inspiring discussions, practical tools, and bold ideas to reimagine trusteeship.
The festival includes informative webinars, workshops, and lively panel discussions on good charity board governance, focusing on diversity and inclusion. It’s designed for anyone interested in becoming a trustee, committed trustees seeking continuous learning, and charity leaders aiming to enhance trustee recruitment and governance practices. Aspiring trustees can attend all sessions for free.
