Chair of Trustees

Women's Aid in Luton

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Trusteeships & Committees

- Financial management - Governance - Strategic development and planning - Strategic mentoring and coaching - Safeguarding - Exceptional leadership skills; able to cultivate effective collaboration but also comfortable in taking responsibility for difficult choices. - Effective strategic communicator: able to articulate Women’s Aid Luton’s vision and engage and inspire others both within the organisation and externally. - Highly effective relationship and alliance building abilities. - Sound judgement with high capacity for self-reflection. - Capacity to support both Board and Executive development. - An ability to work within the realistic expectations and limitations for the Charity

Becoming Chair of Women's Aid Luton is an opportunity to provide leadership that makes a meaningful difference to the lives of women and children affected by domestic abuse. This is a pivotal role within a mission-driven charity, at a time when strong, compassionate governance is more important than ever. As Chair, you would help guide the organisation through both present challenges and future opportunities, shaping our direction and strengthening our impact for years to come. You will play a key role in shaping the charity's future and championing its work within the local community. Women's Aid Luton works to support women and children affected by domestic abuse, helping them to find safety, rebuild their lives, and move forward with dignity and confidence. Our services are rooted in compassion, empowerment, and a deep understanding of the complex barriers faced by survivors of abuse. We work closely with our local community and partners to ensure that those who need us most are not left to face these challenges alone. Our approach is holistic, recognising that safety, healing, and empowerment are all interconnected. We don't just respond to crisis, we work with the whole person, understanding their emotional, practical, social, and long-term needs. Our work is person-centred, meaning that each individual's voice, choices, and goals guide the support we provide. The impact of domestic abuse can be devastating and long-lasting, affecting not only individuals but families and communities as a whole. Demand for our services continues to grow, while the wider context for charities and particularly those supporting vulnerable women and children, remains challenging.

1-3 hours a week

Further location details may be provided below.

Women's Aid Luton

32-42 Duke Street, Luton, Bedfordshire. You can be based anywhere in the UK if you are able to come to the office once or twice a year

LU2 0HH

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https://reachvolunteering.org.uk/opp/domestic-abuse-charity-seeks-chair

We can work around disability requirements as and when needed