Usually known as ‘CVC Representatives’ or ‘Third Sector Reps’, Voluntary Sector Representatives participate in Regional Partnership Boards (RPBs) across Wales, yet their time is largely voluntary with only limited support for those taking on the role. This means there is no established network for representatives to connect and share their experiences, challenges or the best practice from their respective areas. This session invites Voluntary Sector Representatives involved in any of the RPBs to meet for an initial conversation with a view to establishing a network. Its aim is to have a draft agenda for a future inaugural all Wales meeting for RPB Voluntary Sector Representatives in the future.

Fraudsters are growing ever more sophisticated, and the introduction of AI into the mix means that independent scrutiny of governance documents, minutes and financial information has become imperative. This fascinating session explains what Independent Examiners do, why you may want to train as one, and how they function to identify fraud.

This is a session offering voluntary sector youth organisations the opportunity to find out more about the Duke of Edinburgh Award (DoFE). Attendees will leave the session with a better understanding of: the positive impact that the DofE can have on young people who participate how the programme is delivered how to become a DofE delivery partner.