Making the Most of your Trustee Role   

Why come? 

Because being a trustee isn’t just about turning up—it’s about showing up with purpose. 

Because too many boards blur the lines between strategy and operations, leaving trustees unsure, overstretched, or underused. 

Because you want to make a meaningful impact, not just tick boxes. 

Because your charity deserves governance that’s confident, clear, and courageous. 

Who Should Attend? 

• New trustees keen to start strong and avoid common pitfalls. 
• Experienced trustees seeking a strategic refresh or role clarity. 
• Chairs and CEOs who want to foster better board dynamics and boundaries. 
• Anyone who’s ever thought, “Am I doing this right?” or “Should I be doing this at all?” 

Outcomes 

Participants will leave with: 

• A clear understanding of the strategic purpose of trusteeship—and what it’s not
• Confidence in their role, boundaries, and contribution
• Some myth busters about their role and responsibilities 

What Will It Cover? 

• Myths and Perceptions: What you should know and what you can’t know 
• Being effective in your role 
• Being Effective in Meetings 
• Being effective in the organisation 

Trainer: Cathy Shimmin 

Additional terms

DSC may cancel a course due to minimum numbers not reached and if this happens, the delegate will be offered a refund.

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Free spaces available

This course is available free, as part of our funding programme from City Bridge Foundation, for small-income London-based charities. Find out more here.