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Maybe you’ve just set up a local organisation to make a difference to your community. Maybe you’re involved in one that’s been running for some time, and have just joined the Committee or become one of the Trustees.
Does it sometimes feel like one of those dreams? Where you’re flying a plane, but you don’t really know how? Which of those dials says what? And how do you make it go up or down?
Running a local group can be just as complicated as flying a plane. There are rules, regulations and procedures, people to keep happy, and plenty of things that can go wrong. It can all seem very complicated, when all you wanted to do was help the local community.
The good news it doesn’t have to be that difficult. First of all, you’re not a solo pilot, but part of the Committee team. There are clear guidelines on the best ways for a Committee to run a local organisation. And there are plenty of organisations out there whose job is to help you, including Voluntary and Community Action.
Read through the following sections on piloting your local voluntary or community organisation to find out more:
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