Place-based funders - working in places with conflicts and tensions

This session will explore both frontline and funder experiences in areas where conflicts or tensions are part of the place-based territory - now and historically.

Tuesday 7 July| 14:00 - 16:00 | Online (Zoom)

This session considers the challenges to programme and service delivery, funding approaches and decisions in a changing political and cultural climate. This event is a space to explore and share experiences between funders as well as strategies for supporting resilience and ensuring delivery against priorities. 

Speakers

•Clare Wightman, CEO, Grapevine Warwickshire - sharing perspectives from a front-line organisation 
•Roisin Wood, CEO, Community Foundation Northern Ireland - Funder perspective on working in communities with long standing tensions 


What to expect

  • A short provocation from invited speakers
  • Small group breakout sessions to share reflections
  • A space for open dialogue and learning
  • Opportunity to hear about how other funders are thinking about place-based programmes

Event duration: Two hours with space for reflection from network members

Format: Online, participatory discussion

Designed for: Staff and trustees at all levels

Convened by Jon Fox and Megan Falck (Local Trust). Find out more about the Place based network here.


ACF spaces bring together our wonderful and diverse community, and our intention is to create an atmosphere that is both inclusive and respectful. We are also committed to making this event accessible to everyone.

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Additional information about this event

This event will take place online. 

This event is open to ACF Members only.

Places are limited – reserve yours today using the Book Now button at the top of this page.

If you would like to discuss access requirements, please contact [email protected]