Ask A Trustee: How to apply for Trustee positions

​Thinking about becoming a trustee but unsure where to start? Join us for a practical session designed to help aspiring trustees understand how to find and successfully apply for trustee roles. Whether you're applying for your first board role or looking to strengthen your applications, this session will provide insights from experienced trustees who have successfully navigated the process themselves.
The session will include:

• ​How and where to find trustee opportunities

• ​What organisations are really looking for in trustee applications

• ​How to write a strong trustee CV and supporting statement

• ​Preparing for trustee interviews and informal conversations

​Speakers:

• ​Malcolm John, Founder, Board Racial Diversity UK, Trustee at Association of Chairs, Charles Dickens Museum, British American Drama Academy

• ​Lara Oyedele, CEO, Black on Board Ltd, Trustee at Local Access Bradford Distrct

• ​Mandeep Rupra, Director of Equity & Culture, Trustee at Board Racial Diversity UK

• ​Ramika Prajapati,
  Director of Operations & Strategy, National Youth Arts Trusts, Trustee at Women's Aid Luton
  This webinar is part of our Ask A Trustee series, a monthly programme where Black and Asian trustees from across the UK share their experiences, insights and advice with aspiring trustees. Each session is designed to support you in applying for, securing and thriving in trustee positions.
  
  For more support, insights and trustee development opportunities, join the Board Connects Network today: https://boardracialdiversity.org.uk/what-we-do/board-connects