Bucks VCSE Leaders Exchange

Join the Bucks VCSE Leaders Exchange to connect, collaborate and help shape the future of Buckinghamshire's VCSE sector.
About this Event

Bringing together CEOs, senior leaders, trustees and Board members from Buckinghamshire charities, voluntary organisations, community groups and social enterprises, this new event is an opportunity to connect, collaborate and help shape the future of our county's VCSE sector.

As demand for services continues to grow, the VCSE sector has a vital role to play in addressing local issues and priorities for our communities, using local insight, connection and lived experience to build strong communities.

Together, we'll explore how we can strengthen partnerships, influence the conversation, increase our collective impact and ensure the sector's contribution is recognised as a vital part of Buckinghamshire's social infrastructure.

What to expect

The day will feature inspiring keynote speakers, panel discussions, practical workshops and networking opportunities, giving you the chance to share ideas, learn from others and contribute to the future direction of the sector.

Confirmed speakers include:

• Jonathan Simmons, Chief Executive, New Philanthropy Capital
• Zina Etheridge, Chief Executive, Buckinghamshire Council
• Raghuv Bhasin, Chief Executive, Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
• Kate Lee, Chief Executive Officer, National Council for Voluntary Organisations
• Further speakers to be announced.

Attend to:

• Connect – Build new relationships with fellow VCSE leaders, funders and strategic partners.
• Learn – Gain practical insights through workshops on AI and digital, funding and sustainability, volunteering, data and insight, sector support and local partnerships.
• Influence – Contribute to conversations about the future of Buckinghamshire's VCSE sector and the role of civil society in creating stronger communities.

This is more than a networking event. It's a chance to build relationships, share and learn together and ensure the impact of Buckinghamshire's vibrant VCSE sector is visible and recognised in building strong communities together.

Who should attend?
This event is for CEOs, senior leaders, trustees and Board members of Buckinghamshire charities, voluntary organisations, community groups and social enterprises.

Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, with one place per organisation in the first instance.

In partnership with The Clare Foundation, Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust and Buckinghamshire Council.

Delivered by the Bucks VCSE Partnership Board