Roles and Responsibilities of Effective Directors/ NEDs POSTPONED
TBC
Aimed at guiding both new and experienced Board Members through the key responsibilities that define their roles. It offers essential knowledge for new board members, making it an ideal resource for induction programs. The session also serves as a refresher for experienced members. Attendees will gain a solid understanding of what it means to be an effective director or board member, particularly in the social housing sector in the UK. Key learning points include understanding the duties of directors and how they can contribute to organisational success.
Board Review Essentials – what do you need to know before doing yours?
Date to be confirmed (All Board Members) Whether you are leading the review internally or leveraging external expertise, this session will equip you with the tools and strategies needed to navigate governance challenges and future-proof your organisation. This webinar offers a unique opportunity to understand the board’s governance practices, improve decision-making processes, and align your organisation’s path with its long-term goals.
Menopause
The impact of menopause on individuals in the workplace, the role of nutrition and wellbeing in managing symptoms, and how Board-level awareness can shape more inclusive and supportive organisational cultures.
As the sector prioritises inclusion and retention, menopause awareness has become crucial to governance and leadership, building workplaces where nutrition, wellbeing, and Board-level awareness drive a positive culture.
Legal responsibility To prevent Fraud For Large Social Housing Providers
26 February 2026
The real cost of cost of living challenges
Impact of poverty in social housing
2025
The real cost of cost of living challenges
Chairs and Board members Round table
11 December 2026
Details to come
Governance lessons from the post offices scandal
4 December 2025
Governance lessons from the post offices scandal
Data ethics when considering AI adoption
27 November 2025
As housing associations embrace artificial intelligence to enhance tenant services, streamline operations, and unlock new efficiencies, it is vital to pause and reflect on the ethical dimensions of this transformation. AI systems, while powerful, are not neutral. They inherit the biases of the data they are trained on and can inadvertently reinforce inequalities if not carefully governed.
GDPR is boring? Why it should beguile the board?
20 November 2025
In this session, we’ll revisit the core principles of GDPR and their significance and understand the changes and developments since the initial compliance rush in 2018. We’ll also explore risk areas that are particularly pertinent to board members and their organizations, key areas for reporting and discover essential questions to ensure ongoing compliance for both you and your housing association.
Implementing Environmental Strategies
13 November 2025
Understanding climate risk is no longer a peripheral concern; it is a core governance responsibility that is widely acknowledged throughout the sector. The question has shifted from whether to develop a strategy to how to develop one that meets environmental goals while also supporting your organisation, tenants, and staff throughout the process.
Introduction to Governance & Regulation in Wales
6 November 2025
Introduction to Governance & Regulation in Wales: Board Members, Executives, and Governance teams in the Welsh social housing sector. Improve your understanding of effective governance and ensure regulatory compliance in Wales. Explore the Welsh regulatory framework, learn about codes of governance and conduct, and discover strategies to implement best practices that foster a culture of good governance within your housing association.