121: What’s it like to work in the charity sector?

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There are lots of theories about life working in the charity sector. We’ve heard that it provides huge job satisfaction, that it is bureaucratic and frustrating, that it pays badly or well, that the benefits are few or many. Surveys suggest a sense of fulfilment, but also point to an unhealthy work culture, high expectations to go above and beyond, and a poor work-life balance.
So we thought we’d clear the air. We use our knowledge from working with people across the sector, our experience from working in a charity, information collected from surveys and reports, and additional research to explore what it’s really like to work in the charity sector.
The podcast covers, among other things, reasons people are attracted to working in the sector, the drawbacks of non-profits, problems we’ve encountered in our research, how charities can improve working life, and so much more. So join our host, Chiara Simmons-Wood, and our Content Team, Josie Sparling, Laura Stanley, and Ioan Marc Jones, to discuss working life in the charity sector and why it might just be the best place for you.

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121: What’s it like to work in the charity sector?

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145: Digital inclusion: demystifying cyber security 45:14

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142: How technology is meeting charity challenges 19:39

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139: Generative AI: Should you believe the hype? 40:08

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138: Keeping your online presence secure 25:31

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With the combination of sensitive data records, funds, and limited cyber security resources to protect them, charities can look like prime targets for cyber criminals. The 2024 Cyber Breaches survey from the UK Government revealing that around a third of charities identified cyber breaches or attacks in the last 12 months. For today’s podcast, sponsored by PIR.org , the organisation that looks after the .org domain name globally, we are joined by Vinita Srivastava (Executive Leader - Product Development, Strategy, & Operations, PIR.org ) to discuss the importance of maintaining a secure online presence, exploring the potential risks of neglecting security measures and sharing tips to keep you and your mission-driven organization safe online. RESOURCES: .ORG Learning Center - .ORG Learning Center Charity Digital - Cyber Security https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/cyber-security-breaches-survey-2024/cyber-security-breaches-survey-2024 Secure Your Website, Save the Internet Small Charity Guide (NCSC)…

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137: How to be digitally inclusive 38:21

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The world has gone digital, and tin many ways, that’s great: processes are quicker and easier than ever before, information is transmitted seamlessly across the globe, and new opportunities have been unlocked far and wide. But what about those who can’t experience these numerous benefits? People of any age and socio-economic background can be excluded from using devices and the internet, meaning that everyday tasks such as accessing information, staying in touch with friends and family, and being able to work – are threatened. It’s a hidden problem that can combine with other difficulties in a person’s life to create a Catch-22 that’s difficult to recover from. And the problem is widespread: one in seven people are deprived across two or more dimensions of digital, according to the Digital Poverty Alliance’s most recent report . In the digital age, all organisations, and indeed individuals, must play a role in creating an inclusive online environment. So, what is the role of charities, and how can they get started? Resources: Information about Good Things Foundation's free-to-join National Digital Inclusion Network Information about the scale of the digital divide in the UK…

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135: Building an income stream through lottery fundraising 33:29

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134: The bright future of fundraising 36:31

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We might have to whisper...but 2024 looks…promising. Giving trends suggest an uplift. The economic outlook is encouraging, with lower inflation, wage growth, and more spending power. There is a strange feeling in the charity sector, one that we have not felt for years: optimism. That optimism will shift fundraising. We still expect flexible giving to deal with the cost-of-living. We still expect ‘inverse giving’ to dominate and we expect charities to move away from big social media platforms. AI will have a hefty impact on forms of fundraising and Gaming for Good will still rise. But, on top of that, we expect an embrace of the long-term. Charities, with new economic freedom, might invest generative AI, might finance new socials, might put on more extravagant events, might focus on corporate partnerships, might shift to legacy giving. Or, indeed, they might not. The future is unwritten, but we will discuss that future with people who write about it. So join the Charity Digital Content Team for our final podcast of 2023, in which we discuss fundraising in 2024.…

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133: The UK charity sector in 2023 30:28

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It’s been a year of perpetual crises: the hangover of the health crisis, the emergence of geo-political crises, national and international economic crises, and an environmental crisis. Charities had to navigate various issues, overcome myriad threats, and practice resilience in the face of all challenges. But, in the face of such challenges, we’ve also seen so many positives. Charities have shifted towards flexible giving, found innovative solutions to service user demands, embraced new and exciting tech such as ChatGPT, trialled new platforms such as Threads, and broadly embraced the digital. We want to discuss the ups and downs of 2023. The Charity Digital Content Team, Laura Stanley, Josie Sparling, and Ioan Marc Jones dives into key developments, explore reactions to crises, and talk about tech. So join us to review 2023 in the UK charity sector.…

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132: The state of climate action in the UK charity sector, Part two 30:37

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Our 2023 Climate Action campaign may be coming to an end in December, but that doesn’t mean we should stop acting on climate change. Indeed, climate change won’t stop acting on us. Our survey ‘Climate change in the UK charity sector’ found that more than four in five charities are concerned about the impacts of climate change but the majority rate the sector at a six out of ten in how well they are enacting sustainability in their organisations. Clearly there is still work to be done. Our report showed that the sector lacked clear communication on sustainability among their peers, and while many charities praise the work of environmental organisations, they were unsure about what they could do to tackle climate change themselves. The responsibility for tackling climate change in the sector of course does not rest only with environmental charities, but they perhaps understand the challenges more than most. Having discussed this challenge with guests from across the sector in our last podcast, today we speak to guests from environmental charities to get their say: what role does digital technology play in climate action and sustainability, what is the current state of affairs, and where do we have left to go?…

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131: The state of climate action in the UK charity sector, Part one 36:46

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This year, Charity Digital has been focused on climate action, aiming to raise awareness about climate change, show charities how digital and tech can help them to minimise their carbon footprint, and empower charities to take meaningful action to protect our planet. But we, along with many other charities, are still trying to improve our environmental impact. Our survey found that although 88% of charities are concerned about climate change, only 48% are taking serious action to address it. So, we want to know: how can we bridge that gap? In this episode, we sit down with Sila Ugurlu from the British Youth Council and Alison Gowman from City Bridge Foundation to learn more about the state of climate action in the sector right now and what we can all do to help secure our planet’s future.…

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130: Making digital transformation less daunting 38:35

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More than four in five charities see digital as more of a priority as a result of the pandemic, according to the 2022 Charity Digital Skills Report . Demand for digital services has increased, with 72% of charities actively working towards progressing with digital through tools, skills, infrastructure, and more. But what, exactly, does progress look like? The charity sector has grown significantly in confidence when it comes to basic digital skills, but the digital world changes rapidly and technology grows increasingly sophisticated. How can charities keep pace without fear and with limited resources? In this podcast, we explore how charties can embark on new digital projects with intention. Join our host Lisa Chomette (Head of Partnerships, Charity Digital) and guests as they discuss the importance prioritisation, how charities can measure of performance, and, crucially, how they can avoid overwhelm.…

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129: Getting started with web accessibility 29:37

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Web accessibility is increasingly a priority for the charity sector in efforts to reach more people and improve the lives of the people they serve. Around 1.3 billion people around the world experience significant disability, according to the World Health Organisation , representing one in six of the world’s population, many of whom are our beneficiaries, donors, volunteers, employees, leaders, and supporters. Web accessibility is essential to enable everyone to participate in your mission. In this podcast, sponsored by PIR.org , the non-profit organisation that maintains the .org domain, Charity Digital’s content team share what they’ve learned about web accessibility, its impact on the charity sector, and why charities must embrace it now and in the future. Guests: Ioan Marc Jones, Head of Content, Charity Digital Laura Stanley, Content Writer, Charity Digital Josie Sparling, Content Assistant, Charity Digital Resources: .ORG Learning Center - .ORG Learning Center A digital world accessible to all. | AbilityNet A beginner’s guide to digital accessibility - Scope for business Charity Digital - Topics - An overview of the W3C Accessibility Standards Charity Digital - Topics - Where to start with web accessibility Accessibility Bookmarklets (accessibility-bookmarklets.org) UK laws that cover web accessibility - Scope for business Understanding accessibility requirements for public sector bodies - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Accessibility Checker - ADA & WCAG Compliance (Free Scan) Web Accessibility Evaluation Tools List (w3.org) Top 5 Accessibility Plugins & Widgets Reviews | Top 5 Accessibility…

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128: How to improve your public speaking 35:30

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127: Do charities care about climate change? 29:54

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More than four in five charities are concerned about the impacts of climate change, according to Charity Digital’s recent survey, Climate Change in the UK Charity Sector . Yet only 52% of charities say environmental sustainability features in their strategy. But what do these findings actually say about the charity sector? Charities may well be concerned about climate change, but are they taking meaningful action to address it? If not, what is preventing them from doing so? In this podcast, we explore answers to these questions and more, uncovering what charities think about environmental sustainability as it stands and what steps they can take next to go green. Join Ioan Marc Jones (Content Editor), Josie Sparling (Content Assistant), and Laura Stanley (Content Writer) as they discuss the full findings of the report, available to download now on the Charity Digital website.…

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126: Digital fundraising trends for 2024 39:46

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125: Tone of voice 101 30:37

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How you speak to your audience matters. From building trust, to being clear, showing respect and sensitivity, and differentiating your charity from others, it’s important that you get it right. Using the right tone of voice is about being intentional with your words in order to build the best relationships possible with service users, supporters, and other stakeholders. However, communications can often take a back seat in the charity sector, with crisis after crisis exacerbating more immediate pressures around service delivery and fundraising. In this episode, Charity Digital’s Content Team give a quick guide to cultivating an appropriate tone of voice, including the immediate actionable steps you can take to make sure that your message is both understood by your audience and taken to heart.…

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124: The future of content 37:44

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Content is ever evolving, and it is now evolving at rapid speed. The content of today looks drastically different to the content of five years ago. And content in five years will look drastically different to the content of today. We want to discuss how it might look, the main changes that may take place, the core trends that are set to define the future of content, and so much more. Our guests discuss the unstoppable growth of video content and livestreaming, the mirroring effect of content creation and social media, the upsurge of nano influencers, the debate around quantity and quality, the dependency on user-generated content, the personalisation of content, and so much more. And, of course, all of that will be underpinned by the rise of generative artificial intelligence. So join our host, Lisa Chomette, as she questions the Charity Digital Content Team on some of the most important content trends that are set to define the next five years.…

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122: Will artificial intelligence revolutionise charity work? 38:36

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has already long impacted our lives, but recent developments in the technology have created a frenzy around its possibilities and risks. While some are excited about saving time and money with new AI technologies, others are sceptical and would much rather proceed with caution. The most common ways AI is used in 2023 are to respond to people via text or email, answer financial questions, plan a travel itinerary, craft an email, prepare for a job interview, write a social media post, and summarise complex or lengthy copy. We want to know how charity professionals think these, and other, uses will impact upon the crucial work of charities. In this episode, Charity Digital Content Writer Laura Stanley (she/her) speaks to CEO Jonathan Chevallier (he/him), Transformation Manager Kiki Tetley (they/them), and Content Editor Ioan Marc Jones (he/him) to learn more about the different perspectives of AI in the charity sector, how it’s already impacting the ways we are working, and how it could impact charity work in the future. Resources CDDO – Transforming for a digital future: 2022 to 2025 roadmap for digital and data Gov.UK – National AI Strategy The White House – Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights NIST – AI Risk Management Framework Update on He Jiankui, the scientist who used AI to edit genes: The Guardian – Scientist who edited babies’ genes says he acted ‘too quickly’…

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121: What’s it like to work in the charity sector? 35:14

2 years之前35:14

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There are lots of theories about life working in the charity sector. We’ve heard that it provides huge job satisfaction, that it is bureaucratic and frustrating, that it pays badly or well, that the benefits are few or many. Surveys suggest a sense of fulfilment, but also point to an unhealthy work culture, high expectations to go above and beyond, and a poor work-life balance. So we thought we’d clear the air. We use our knowledge from working with people across the sector, our experience from working in a charity, information collected from surveys and reports, and additional research to explore what it’s really like to work in the charity sector. The podcast covers, among other things, reasons people are attracted to working in the sector, the drawbacks of non-profits, problems we’ve encountered in our research, how charities can improve working life, and so much more. So join our host, Chiara Simmons-Wood, and our Content Team, Josie Sparling, Laura Stanley, and Ioan Marc Jones, to discuss working life in the charity sector and why it might just be the best place for you.…

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120: The rise of the content bots 38:35

2 years之前38:35

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Content bots are a form of generative AI that create content in seconds. ChatGPT, Jasper, and various other platforms generate content at overwhelming speed, averaging around 20-30 seconds to respond, offering complete articles, lists of facts, and even poems. The content bot can provide huge benefits to charities. But they also pose substantial risks, not just in terms of your organisation, but in terms of wider social problems they create. So charities need to practice caution when using content bots, always remembering the various ethical concerns. This podcast will look at content bots, exploring the benefits and drawbacks, but mostly diving into the social, political, and ethical concerns. Our host, Lisa Chomette, is joined by the Charity Digital Content Team who have spent too much of the last month writing about and arguing about content bots.…

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119: How to campaign for the climate 38:13

3 years之前38:13

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We discuss how charities can use campaigns to tackle climate change, consider the role of digital technology, and reflect on what we have learnt from our own Climate Action Campaign

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118: Can technology save the planet? 38:10

3 years之前38:10

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Tech has always played a paradoxical role in the history of climate change: as both problem and solution. Tech is one of the main drivers of greenhouse gas emissions and pushes us further into the climate crisis. Tech also helps us to limit our emissions and deal with the various impacts of the climate crisis. The choice rests on humans and our collective choices. We need to ensure that, now and in the future, we use the right tech in the right way, reject catch-all and one-stop solutions, and consider how tech can inform meaningful climate action. In our latest podcast, we touch on solutionism, behavioural change, the importance of green tech, and so much more. Join our host, Lisa Chomette, and our content writers, Josie Sparling, Laura Stanley, and Ioan Marc Jones, to discuss whether technology can save the planet.…

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117: The latest in charity cyber security 39:07

3 years之前39:07

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This podcast is sponsored by the Public Interest Registry (PIR), the non-profit organisation that powers the .ORG domain. Looking after your cyber security is a constant process. Cyber threats grow more sophisticated, new tools to tackle them arrive on the scene, and charities must stay up-to-date in order to stay secure. In 2022, 30% of charities were able to identify a cyber attack that happened over the last year, with almost two in five of these attacks impacting their services and 19% resulting in a negative outcome. In this podcast, our guests will explore the most common cyber threats that charities are experiencing in 2023 and the best practice they can put in place to prevent or mitigate them. Join our host Lisa Rowland, Charity Digital’s Events Manager, to discuss the latest developments in cyber security with Rick Wilhelm, Chief Technology Officer at PIR.org , Sophie, Economy and Society Resilience Officer at the National Cyber Security Centre, and Laura Stanley, Content Writer at Charity Digital.…

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116: Everything we've learned about writing content 33:33

3 years之前33:33

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Reports of the death of written content have been greatly exaggerated. Blogs were the second most created form of content in 2022, according to research from HubSpot , while reports from Statista found that How To articles were the most popular content formats. Whether it’s a blog, website home page, or a press release, writing is essential for communicating with your audiences, for establishing your charity as an informational authority in its field, and for helping your organisation reach as many as people as possible online. In this podcast, Charity Digital’s content team sit down with our host Lisa Chomette (Head of Partnerships) to discuss the fundamentals of great online writing, what they’ve learned about writing in the charity sector, and some hard and fast rules that can help charities communicate using the written word.…

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115: How to talk about climate change 36:54

3 years之前36:54

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As a team, we are thinking a lot about climate action and how charities can get involved. Our 2023 Climate Action campaign aims to impart those findings to our audience. In this podcast, we think beyond why it’s important to talk about climate change to discussing how we and other charities can talk about climate change. We ask: how can charities talk about this complex issue in ways that are both accurate and make sense to their audience? Join host Lisa Chomette with guests Ioan Marc Jones (Content Editor) and Laura Stanley (Content Writer) to learn how to stay informed about the climate, how to understand your audience, and some of the most useful, interesting, and surprising facts we’ve found in our research.…

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114: Cost-of-living crisis: the main challenges of 2023 39:39

3 years之前39:39

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Charity professionals are all too aware of the cost-of-living crisis. It has posed a dual threat to non-profit organisations: funds decrease as service demand increases. The crisis is the defining issue of 2023, so much so we’ve put it front and centre of our #BeMoreDigital Conference . This year, charities will need to work out how to tackle the challenges arising from the crisis. So in this podcast, we’re going to discuss and provide advice on just that. We will consider, among many other things, the importance of financial sustainability, meeting excessive energy bills, combating cyber threats, treating staff and volunteers fairly, ensuring extra provisions for service users, and so much more. Our host Lisa Chomette is joined by two Charity Digital regulars, Laura Stanley and Ioan Marc Jones, to discuss the cost-of-living crisis, the cost-of-giving crisis, the challenges that will arise, and how your charity can face the crisis head on.…

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113: Using data to develop user personas 35:24

3 years之前35:24

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User personas are an essential tool for charities. They are fictional representations or archetypes created to help you target and optimise various aspects of charity operations. Personas allow your charity to segment users, practice precise targeting for marketing campaigns, streamline volunteer management, improve donor recruitment and retention, and even boost efficiency around service delivery. Simply put, personas can drastically enhance so many elements of your charity’s work. Our podcast aims to deep dive into user personas. We hope to cover, among many other things, definitions of user personas, the many benefits that they bring, how charities can develop personas, how they can use such personas, and the challenges they may face on the journey. Our host, Ioan Marc Jones, will be joined by Angela Richmond of RedFox Research and Jen Lowthrop of Feel Good Do Good to discuss the details around user personas and offer top tips to making them work for you.…

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112: Gaming for Good: an essential fundraising tool 45:02

3 years之前45:02

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In 2020 alone, gaming platform Twitch raised $83M for charitable causes. While it might have started as a niche avenue, with only a few charities playing around on YouTube and Twitch, Gaming for Good has now become an enormous fundraising opportunity, one that also allows charities to reach a new – and generous – demographic. This podcast will help charities navigate this fresh and exciting fundraising world. Each member of our panel possesses a distinct experience within the world of Gaming for Good, ranging from campaigners to streamers themselves. The panel will explore the basics of using the platform for fundraising, how to get started, the best ways to approach streamers, and how to create a safe and accessible environment for all participants. And, of course, each of our wonderful panelists will talk about their own unique and varied experiences with Gaming for Good.…

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111: How to create an environmental policy 35:32

3 years之前35:32

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It is not a legal requirement for UK charities to report on their environmental impact. Though sustainability is becoming an increasing concern to donors, beneficiaries, and investors, it can be difficult for charities to discuss their green credentials publicly and harder yet for them to know where to start building them. In this podcast, Charity Digital’s host Laura Stanley (Content Writer) sits down with three charities from across the UK charity sector who have established their environmental policy already and have embraced environmental sustainability internally within their organisation. Join Katherine McAlpine, Director at The Brunel Museum; Amy Moore, Sustainability Manager at Marie Curie; and Allison Ogden-Newton OBE, CEO of Keep Britain Tidy as they discuss what charities can do internally to embed environmental sustainability. Resources Charity Digital’s Climate Action Hub Marie Curie’s Environmental Policy The Brunel Museum’s Sustainability Policy Keep Britain Tidy’s manifesto…

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110: Show don't tell: communicating the value of tech 24:10

3 years之前24:10

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There are now tech platforms to support almost every aspect of your charity’s work and operations. Each year, shiny new software and glittering platforms pop up, all promising to make your fundraising better, your services faster, and your marketing more targeted. But with so much choice, how do you convince senior stakeholders that one thing is more valuable to your mission than another? It’s all about communicating the return on investment (ROI). We explore the different meanings of ROI including monetary investment, increased productivity, growth in service users and donors, process improvements, and targeting audiences. This podcast will leave you with confidence and an action plan to evaluate and articulate the ROI in new technology initiatives.…

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109: The essentials of effective online communication 32:57

3 years之前32:57

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Language: it may be easy to take it for granted but where would we be without it? You would not be reading this sentence, and I would not be writing it. Most importantly, you would not have the opportunity to hear the insights of our wonderful experts today – and then where would we be? In the work of charities, language can be a tool for many things, from building connections to tackling injustice. In this podcast, we explore how to use your words online, including tone, voice, inclusivity, accessibility, and impact. We use our varied experience to explore some of the key considerations for charities to communicate more intentionally and effectively online. Join host Lisa Chomette with guests Ioan Marc Jones (Content Editor), Laura Stanley (Content Writer), and Grace Monnery (Communications Executive) for a gripping discussion of all things language.…

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108: Harnessing tech to eradicate modern slavery 18:33

3 years之前18:33

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Our latest podcast includes a discussion with people who have first-hand experience of using digital to achieve less with more. Justine Currell, Executive Director at Unseen, explains how smarter tech has allowed the charity to vastly maximise their services and save lives through swift action.

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106: Lockdown, digitalisation, and fundraising after the pandemic 36:17

3 years之前36:17

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Over the past three years the sector has been required to adapt to changes like never before. Overnight charities plummeted into a virtual world of fundraising, ‘pivoting’ and ‘hybrid’ became part of everyday conversations, and service delivery depended on digital solutions. Now that we are well and truly out of the pandemic, fundraising is returning to a new normal. In this podcast, our speakers from Mind explore how their community fundraising team responded digitally to the pandemic, specifically putting a lens on DIY fundraising and products. They share experiences of Mind’s first innovation sprint, as well as the rise of the Facebook challenges. The speakers also look to the future and the new landscape of fundraising, discuss lessons from the past two years, and look at how fundraising may change in the future.…

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107: How to overcome fundraising challenges in 2023 40:55

3 years之前40:55

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COVID-19 drastically altered the landscape of fundraising. It undermined long-standing traditions, old assumptions, and ingrained expectations, and paved the way towards a brighter, more dynamic, and more digital future. Charities found stability in 2022, or at least some version of stability, but were immediately struck by new political, economic, and cultural challenges. In this podcast, Charity Digital's very own Nick Wyatt (Growth Marketing Executive) is joined by colleagues Ioan Marc Jones (Content Editor) and Laura Stanley (Content Writer) to reflect on the challenges, the difficulties, and the opportunities that will arrive in 2023. The episode touches upon the latest fundraising ideas, trends, tech, platforms, changes, including the various way you can mitigate the cost-of-giving crisis. We also explore staff and volunteer retention, issues around legitimacy on social media platforms, the importance of donor journeys, and much more.…

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105: The benefits of user-centred design 37:29

3 years之前37:29

37:29

Cancer awareness messages usually encourage people to check themselves, look out for various symptoms, or potentially go for a test. But for prostate cancer, there’s no clear call to action, so it can be tricky. Prostate Cancer UK developed the 30-second Risk Checker to solve that problem and make effective public health campaigns possible. It led to the largest-ever charity partnership with NHS England – a campaign to find the 14,000 men whose cancer had gone undiagnosed due to the pandemic. In this episode, Sadie Crabtree, Head of Marketing and Platforms at Prostate Cancer UK, explores the development of the Risk Checker and shows other charities how to use behavioural science to increase their impact, how to make the most of usability testing and analytics, how digital insights can vastly improve understanding of user needs, and much more.…

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104: Fundraising actually 32:36

3 years之前32:36

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The world can sometimes feel a little gloomy. But it’s always worth remembering that thousands of people dedicate time, money, and resources to charities every single day. Even now, in the midst of a cost-of-living crisis, in the midst of multiple economic challenges, donations remain strong, with fundraising campaigns continuing amid the various pressures. We want to celebrate fundraising efforts throughout the year. We want to look back at 2022 and discuss our favourite campaigns, our favourite charities, and our favourite events. We want to discuss the different ways that charities have raised money, the appeals that have had an impact, the new techniques that have made a difference. In our first Christmas podcast, members of the Charity Digital team discuss the various challenges, trends, and campaigns that caught our eye throughout 2022.…

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103: Digital strategy: the road to success 44:10

3 years之前44:10

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Our latest podcast explores the different aspects of developing and implementing a digital strategy. Each of the guests brings a different perspective to the practice of creating a digital strategy, as leaders, as consultants and advisors, and as professionals in the charity sector. Areas explored in the podcast include the most important elements to consider in developing and implementing a digital strategy, how to overcome the barriers to implementing your digital strategy, and the differences between implementing digital strategy in smaller charities and implementing in larger charities.…

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102: How to grow a podcast 38:03

3 years之前38:03

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The Charity Digital podcast started more than three years ago with old headphones, not much sense of direction, and perhaps a little too much ambition. But now, as we speed past our 100th episode, we are growing and growing, with professional equipment, backing tracks and editing software, external thought leaders and internal experts, and still too much ambition. Our podcast was born in February 2019. In our first month, we received less than 100 listens. By November 2022, on the other hand, we have reached 37k listens from people across the world, tuning in to hear us discuss climate change, the state of fundraising, online giving, and so much more. So we want to dedicate an episode to growing a podcast. We want listeners to learn from our many mistakes, to embrace our few successes. We have accumulated a dream team of guests: three people who have appeared on perhaps too many podcasts, three people who have built a rapport over months of recorded arguing, three people who will share all their limited wisdom. So join Laura Stanley, Nick Wyatt, and Ioan Marc Jones to get all your tips on how to grow a podcast.…

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101: Fundraise on social media with just 25 minutes a day 41:41

3 years之前41:41

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Social media is an essential tool for charities, in terms of raising awareness, increasing reach, meeting demands of service users, and much more. But it’s become increasingly important as a fundraising tool, helping charities to share their impact and find droves of new donors. But charities need to use the tool in the right way. Our latest episode makes it easy. We show you how much you can achieve by dedicating just 25 minutes per day to fundraising on social media. Jen Lowthrop, Digital Consultant and Agile Coach at Feel Good Do Good, shares top tips on how you can help build social media fundraising through a number of small and simple tasks.…

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100: Climate change and the charity sector 31:02

3 years之前31:02

31:02

Climate change refers to long-term shifts in weather patterns and average temperatures, largely caused by human action. The impacts of rising temperatures have already been felt across the world and, if we do not take action, the consequences of further increases could be catastrophic. Charities should remain at the forefront of climate action. They should lead by example, showing others in our communities how to engage in climate action, how to champion sustainability, and how to protect the planet. But, at the moment, many charities (including ourselves) are not doing enough to address climate change, put sustainability at the heart of their strategy, and take meaningful action. In this podcast, our 100th episode, Charity Digital employees explore the relationship between climate change and the charity sector. They discuss, among other things, how to define climate change, how charities can get involved in the fight, the immediate internal actions that charities can take, and so much more.…

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99: Digital hacks: big impact for small charities 35:31

3 years之前35:31

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As a small charity you can often make change happen quicker than bigger organisations. This podcast talks you through how Agile working can help you act quicker and think big. Our hosts Jen Lowthrop (Digital Consultant and Agile Coach, Feel Good Do Good) and Kathryn Dingle (Digital Product Manager, NPC) look at different software and processes that can help you act like a big charity without the expense and time! They also look at the benefits of quick user research and testing. This podcast was recorded at Charity Digital's #BeMoreDigital conference in June. For more insight like this, you can sign up for our upcoming Digital Fundraising Day here .…

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98: The status of fundraising in the UK 2022 38:13

3 years之前38:13

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Nearly a third of charities have reported a decline in income over the last 12 months, according to research from Blackbaud. But while funds are required to help charities continue delivering their services as demand continues to rise, organisations also must balance this with looking after their donors too, particularly as money worries grow. In this podcast, Charity Digital’s host, Laura Stanley, is joined by Emily Martin (Senior Fundraising Manager, Mass Participation, GOSH Charity), James Grant (Head of Individual Giving and Legacies, SSAFA), and Phillip Hunt (Senior Manager, Demand Marketing, Blackbaud) to discuss the current state of fundraising in the UK and what this means for the sector. Listen to find out the fundraising trends that matter and how charities are adapting to them moving forwards. You can read Blackbaud's full report here: 2022 Status of UK Fundraising Report | Blackbaud…

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97: Online giving: how charities can effectively manage data 34:12

3 years之前34:12

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When it comes to fundraising, data is your biggest asset. It’s the key to unlocking what, when, and how your supporters want to donate. But with great data comes even greater responsibility. Excellent management should be the number one concern for any charity, especially in the age of online giving. It is now more important than ever for charities to focus on data management, especially when it comes to their digital fundraising strategies. In this podcast, Enthuse and RedFox Research discuss how charities can best harness their donor data for growth and to build trust in their cause. They’ll share tools and techniques you can adopt to better harness the data your charity already collects. The session will cover key topics such as how to communicate with different demographics, the art of donor retention, and the role of third-party fundraising platforms.…

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96: How technology builds trust 31:15

3 years之前31:15

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Trust is bread and butter to charities. Without it, they struggle to build meaningful relationships with donors and beneficiaries, raise funds, and deliver much-needed services to the communities they serve. Good use of technology only reinforces a charity’s commitment to act in its audiences’ best interests. It can make charities more efficient, easier to reach, and crucially, keep their data and systems secure. From marketing and IT teams to frontline staff, technology can make a difference in how they are able to work for and interact with those that need them. Our host Nick Wyatt (Growth Marketing Executive at Charity Digital) is joined by Rick Wilhelm (Chief Technology Officer at PIR.org ), Alice Roche (Head of Operations, Charity Digital), and Chris Hall (Head of Marketing, Charity Digital). Join them as they discuss how digital technology can foster trust between a charity and its audiences.…

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95: Charities of the future: how to #BeMoreDigital 25:49

3 years之前25:49

25:49

As leaders, charity CEOs have been at the forefront of every digital change, but they're not necessarily digital experts. Just like others, digital might have been relatively new until the pandemic hit. Digital change is about involving everyone. It’s about using the strength of your teams, asking for help, and achieving lasting impact. Now, charity CEOs face a new age of digital for which they must prepare. In this episode, charity CEOs take centre stage. Each has their own story with digital, but all have managed to make it the heart of their organisation. Our guests will discuss, among other things, what they think the next chapter of digital has in store for charities and where the world of digital is headed. They'll also reflect on the future of the digital landscape from a CEO's perspective.…

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94: Getting to grips with Giving Tuesday 31:48

3 years之前31:48

31:48

Ten years ago, the Giving Tuesday movement began to encourage people to give back to a good cause after taking advantage of the money-saving deals of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Since then, Giving Tuesday has grown exponentially, with £14,000 being raised per minute for participating charities in 2020. Giving Tuesday provides charities the chance to expand their supporter base and generate momentum for their cause. It facilitates partnerships with corporate organisations whereby they can donate time and money and offers charities tools and resources for maximising their fundraising efforts. In this podcast, sponsored by Salesforce.org , Nick Wyatt (Growth Marketing Executive, Charity Digital) is joined by colleagues Lisa Chomette (Business Development Manager), Ioan Marc Jones (Content Writer), and Lisa Rowland (Event Manager) to discuss how charities can make the most of Giving Tuesday and build on the fundraising it brings for the future. Giving Tuesday is an opportunity charities cannot afford to miss in 2022, particularly amid the UK’s current financial uncertainty. You can find out more tips and tricks for Giving Tuesday here .…

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93: Making your charity inclusive online 35:01

3 years之前35:01

35:01

One in five people in the UK are living with a disability, according to disability charity Scope. Yet, despite this number, organisations still fail to cater to people with disabilities online. Confusing layouts, small fonts, and poor colour contrasts all contribute to inaccessible online experiences. For charities, making sure their content and design is inclusive and accessible is more important than most. With such a wide range of audiences, with varying needs, improving accessibility ensures they can include as many people as possible in their cause. This is a matter that has been a focal point for Ambitious about Autism and is part of a three-year digital transformation project. Our host Ashley Fontaine, Marketing Programme Manager at Charity Digital, is joined by David Spector (Head of Strategy, Trillium) and Marie Ashton (Head of Marketing and Communications, Ambitious about Autism) to discuss ways that charities can remove barriers for their audience online and make their content more inclusive for their audiences.…

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92: How to get through the cost-of-living crisis 35:01

3 years之前35:01

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The cost-of-living crisis has swept the UK. Everyday essentials like energy and food is rising much faster than average incomes. The cost-of-living will have a huge impact on charity employees, volunteers, service users, potential donors, and day-to-day operations of the charity themselves. It is vastly important that charities learn about the crisis, understand some of the potential issues that may arise, arm themselves with knowledge, and protect themselves against the risks. In this podcast, we discuss the cost-of-living crisis and give heaps of advice to help charities weather the storm. Our host Lisa Rowland (Events Manager) is joined by Nick Wyatt (Charity Digital Growth Marketing Executive), Laura Stanley (Content Writer), and Lisa Chomette (Business Development Manager) to discuss the crisis, consider the response from the sector, and explore advice that can support charities.…

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91: Email Marketing 101 25:48

3 years之前25:48

25:48

Emails, emails, emails - they're all we've got to go on. They are, perhaps, the most well-known form of online communication, used for business, replacing meetings that don’t need to be meetings, and, importantly, marketing. Emails are a great way of getting your charity’s message out there to different audiences and at low-cost. They are a way of directly communicating with your key audiences, from trustees to donors, beneficiaries to volunteers, and, when done right, can deepen the connection between your charity and the community it serves. But with an estimated 300 billion emails sent and received every day, how can charities make theirs stand out? Our host Ashley Fontaine, Charity Digital’s Marketing Programme Manager, is joined by colleagues James Corcoran (E-Commerce Manager), Grace Monnery (Communications Executive), and Nick Wyatt (Growth Marketing Executive) to discuss the ins and outs of email marketing – from how to structure your email to getting people to read it.…

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90: How to write a successful blog 34:18

3 years之前34:18

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It is a truth universally acknowledged, that an organisation in possession of a website must be in want of a blog. Everybody seems to blog. It is possible that too many people blog. And the abundance of blogs, from organisations of all shapes and sizes, means that your blog gets lost amid the noise. But worry not, bloggers. We are here to help. Today’s podcast is an overload of information on how to create a successful blog. The expert panelists discuss picking the right content, choosing the right medium, using effective imagery, exploiting marketing and SEO, creating a content strategy, adopting a style guide, writing clear and concise prose, perfecting your proofreading, and so much more. Our host Nick Wyatt (Charity Digital Growth Marketing Executive) is joined by Charity Digital’s Ashley Fontaine (Marketing Programme Manager), Laura Stanley (Content Writer), and Ioan Marc Jones (Content Editor) to discuss the basics of blogging and how charities can create a successful blog.…

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89: How did you get there...with Kirsty Marrins 37:06

3 years之前37:06

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Our ‘How did you get there...’ podcasts delve into the lives of inspirational people working in the charity and tech sectors. We are going to talk to CIOs and MPs, life-long volunteers and tech innovators, to learn about their experience and to learn from their experience. We want to celebrate the people who inspire, energise, and educate us. In our second podcast, our host, Sacha Dhabalia, talks to Kirsty Marrins, winner of the CharityComms Inspiring Communicator Award and the Social CEOs Awards Best Trustee on Social Media. Kirsty is a proud trustee of CharityComms, a former trustee of the Small Charities Coalition, and an influential voice in the UK charity sector.…

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88: How charities can deliver excellent customer service 32:11

3 years之前32:11

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Customer service is essential in the charity sector. Excellent customer service boosts loyalty for donors and volunteers, helps users access services, increases organisational reputation, improves data analytics, and much more. But so many charities see customer service as an afterthought. Today’s podcast aims to show you otherwise. We highlight the importance of excellent customer service and show you exactly what that looks like. We examine the main barriers and opportunities facing customer service teams, along with some digital hacks, tips, and tricks. Today’s Charity Digital host, Nick Wyatt, is joined by his colleagues Alice Roche (Head of Customer Service), Lisa Rowland (Events Manager), and Joel Hogan (Cloud Account Manager), all of whom will use their vast experience to tell charities how they can delivery excellent customer service.…

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87: How to grow your charity 30:25

3 years之前30:25

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There are myriad ways to grow a charity. Charities may need to build an effective strategy, develop a clear and concise mission statement, define your budget, raise more funds, optimise marketing, engage local communities, work with other charities, revise strategy, and so much more. There are so many choices, so many routes to success. The need to grow can feel a little daunting, perhaps even scary, particularly in such a crowded field. Charities need to forge their own paths to success, which means picking the best options that support growth in the right way. In the latest podcast, our host, Lisa Chomette (Business Development Manager), is joined by her three esteemed colleagues Laura Stanley (Content Writer), Nick Wyatt (Growth Marketing Executive), and Ioan Marc Jones (Content Editor) to discuss all the different roads to success.…

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86: Marketing for charities 101 32:48

3 years之前32:48

32:48

Marketing is a broad and all-encompassing term. It refers to any act an organisation takes to build up an audience, drawing them to the services that you offer. It is simply the act of self-promotion, raising aware, building loyalty, and demonstrating the value of your services. Every charity uses marketing, regardless of shape and size. It is an essential part of charity. But there are so many channels, so many competing charities, so many choices, that marketing for charities can often seem complex and daunting. Our latest podcast attempts to simplify marketing for charities. Our host, Nick Wyatt (Growth Marketing Executive), is joined by his esteemed colleagues Ioan Marc Jones (Content Editor) and Laura Stanley (Content Writer) to discuss all things marketing, covering websites, blogs, social media platforms, email marketing, and so much more.…

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85: How to protect charities from fraud 31:48

3 years之前31:48

31:48

Charities, by definition, are in the business of doing good, for their service users, for the communities they serve, and for society as a whole. It sometimes feels shocking, then, that people might want to commit fraud in a sector that exists for the benefit of others. Charity Commission research estimates that fraud costs the sector more than £2 million each year. Fraud can include insider fraud – submitting false expenses for example – or external attacks, such as fraudsters falsely fundraising in your name. There are myriad risks to charities from fraud and, fortunately, myriad ways to protect against it. In this podcast, Charity Digital’s Elizabeth Carter talks to Richard Wilhelm, Chief Technology Officer at Public Interest Registry and Iain Crosbie, Network Quality Lead at Mind UK . Join them as they discuss everything charities need to know about fraud, from the various risks they face to the step they can take to prevent it. This episode is sponsored by PIR , the non-profit organisation that powers the .Org domain name. You can find out more information on how to be more digital on the .Org Learning Center.…

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84: The latest trends in service delivery 35:00

3 years之前35:00

35:00

The ways that charities deliver their services have changed remarkably over recent years. While the pandemic may have accelerated trends towards digital service delivery, the Charity Digital Skills report 2021 revealed that nearly three quarters of charities plan to continue delivering in this way. But the digital world changes quickly. What might have worked in 2020 might not work now. And with demand for services higher than ever, time is of the essence for charities to get how they deliver them right, so they can help as many people as possible. In this podcast, Charity Digital’s Elizabeth Carter is joined by colleagues Lisa Chomette (Business Development Manager), Laura Stanley (Content Lead), as they discuss the fundamentals of good service delivery and outline ways that digital technology can help. You can find more information on digital service delivery, as well as tips on fundraising, cyber security, and much more, on the Charity Digital website.…

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83: How do I make a podcast on a shoestring? 36:00

4 years之前36:00

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This episode is produced as part of the Heritage Digital project. Heritage Digital provides heritage organisations with standalone learning resources that answer the sectors most pressing digital questions about digital content. Heritage organisations are in the business of telling stories. And there is perhaps no better way to get your story out there than with a podcast. Podcasts are designed to be listened to at your own leisure, they provide ample space for an in-depth discussion online, and they can help you build a personal connection with your audience. Starting your own podcast might seem like a daunting prospect, but in this episode, we want to show you how easy it can be. Join Heritage Digital and three esteemed guests from the heritage sector as we discuss what you’ll need to get going on your podcast journey, including the ideas and the tech, and the questions you’ll need to ask yourself along the way. For this conversation, we’re joined by Amy Sykes, Development and Digital Engagement Officer at Bodmin Keep; Daniel Watkins, State Rooms and Guides Manager at Alnwick Castle; and Michael Netter, Professional Services Officer at the Institute of Historic Building Conservation. You can find links to their own podcasts below. Bodmin Keep War Stories The Alnwick Castle Podcast IHBC@COP26 The Digital Heritage Hub…

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