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What do you do when your impact isn’t measurable?
By Elliot Trevithick .
On 27 May 2025.
Don’t let perfect be the enemy of good. Develop a compelling explanation of your impact. Measure what you can. Don’t prioritise measurement over the work.
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How can you make your board of trustees more adaptive and systemic?
By Joseph Barnsley .
On 22 May 2025.
Expect change, make sure trustees are getting a range of information, and work to create an open culture.
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What does the rise of Reform UK mean for the impact sector? 6 things you need to know.
By James Somerville .
On 13 May 2025.
Reform-led councils might be more challenging to engage with on certain issues, but the constraints and challenges facing local councils might mitigate this.
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Using impact strategy to make a bigger difference
By Erwin Hieltjes .
On 7 May 2025.
The world of impactful grant-making is full of challenges. How can you manage these tensions and trade-offs? A well thought-through impact strategy will help.
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Emotional health and wellbeing is crucial for school success
By James Noble .
On 6 May 2025.
It's relevant to everyone, not just those with ‘problems’ or 'at risk'.
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5 ways to build a learning culture
By Jessica Weir, and Claire Gordon .
On 28 April 2025.
Create different opportunities for learning, build a rhythm to learning, consider different evidence and voices, forge the right connections, and use reflection tools.
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Listen: NPC CEO Jonathan Simmons on the Brace for Impact podcast
By Jonathan Simmons .
On 25 April 2025.
Listen to NPC CEO Jonathan Simmons on the Brace for Impact podcast.
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What do charity trustees need to know about AI?
By Joseph Barnsley .
On 22 April 2025.
Amid all the hype, what do trustees need to know? Thanks to the support of the Clothworkers Company, we recently held a discussion on this question.
Good ideas, effective research, independent thinking.
