Marketing/publicity

Community Matters: An Introduction to Canva and Affinity for posters and flyers

This session is an introduction to the online Canva graphics design program. It will cover the basics and have a few tips for experienced users. Affinity is owned by Canva and is a more advanced graphic design desktop program. The session will contain a brief description of what Affinity is and how to download it for free.

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How charities can unlock more value from their CRM

For charities, getting to know their audience is essential. In a world where online experiences are tailored to our every convenience, charities need to ensure their fundraising and marketing activities follow suit, boosting fundraising, engagement, and creating vocal advocates for their cause. Fortunately, many charities already hold the key to good online experiences: it lies within their data. 

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Media Trust: Media Planning with Nicola Frankin

An interactive session looking at how media planning works within the advertising industry

A free interactive session on media planning in the advertising industry exclusively for creative talent

Research suggests we see thousands of adverts every day, but how do they make it onto our screens?

In this 60-minute online masterclass from Media Trust, you’ll discover what it takes to work in media planning and how media planners help brands reach the right audiences, in the right places.

We’ll explore how to:

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Third Sector Lab: The person comes first – Developing a practical approach to ethical storytelling

Great storytelling doesn’t happen by chance. It requires clear processes, thoughtful decision-making and a commitment to putting people before content.

This practical workshop explores how charities can build an ethical, sustainable approach to gathering, managing and sharing stories from people with living and lived experience. You’ll learn how to develop a Stories Hub – a structured system for identifying, collecting, storing and using stories safely and effectively – so your charity has powerful, authentic content ready when opportunities arise.

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Charity Wise: How to optimise your charity's website for greater impact

Join Charity Wise for the next event in their summer technology series!

On Wednesday 5th August we’ll (Charity Wise) be exploring how charities can use conversion rate optimisation (CRO), testing, and personalisation to improve digital experiences, increase engagement, and create greater impact from their websites.

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CHARIT:AI Conference 2026

Free practical Generative AI education for the charity and community sector.

The VCSE sector is being asked to do more with less – and Generative AI is one of the most powerful tools within reach to help. But honest, jargon-free guidance on how to use it well shouldn’t depend on your budget. 

That’s why this CHARIT:AI Conference is completely free to attend.

The Hub, Hattersley, Greater Manchester, SK14 6AF

The Saltways: How to create videos for grant applications

Join The Saltways team for this workshop exploring how charities can create effective videos for grant applications. 

Does your charity want to use video to strengthen funding bids but aren't sure where to begin? Join The Saltways team for a practical session designed for charity professionals. 

  • Learn what funders look for in video submissions. 

  • Discover how to use video to showcase your impact and outcomes.

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Third Sector Lab: Open, Visible and Useful – Building Your Professional Voice Online

How do you build a professional online presence without feeling like you’re “selling yourself”?

This practical 90-minute workshop is designed for early careers professionals who want to use online communications more confidently, thoughtfully and effectively. That might include students, recent graduates, apprentices, interns, trainees, new third sector staff, emerging leaders, career changers, or people taking their first steps into a new sector.

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Social for Good: Back to (social media) school – How to refresh your strategy

September is the perfect time to take stock. Social media moves fast, and what worked six months ago might not be cutting through anymore. In this session, we'll look at what's changed, what's working now, and how to adjust your strategy so you're heading into the rest of the year with clarity and confidence. 

Walk away with fresh thinking and a clearer sense of where to focus your energy next.

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Social for Good: Clicks for Good – Navigating Paid Social Without Wasting Your Budget

A practical introduction to running paid social ads across the major platforms. We'll cover what each channel does best, what to avoid, and how to make your budget work harder, wherever your audience is. Perfect for teams who can't afford to waste money on the wrong channels.

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