Independent Age is governed by a Royal Charter which allows the
appointment of up to 125 Members of the Association (who we refer
to as 'Charter Members').
As a charity established in the 19th century but now facing the
needs of the 21st century, we want to recruit new Charter Members
who can give a fresh perspective to our work and help us move the
charity forward. This could be done in a variety of ways but might
include:
• Contributing your ideas about our current work and help our
thinking for the future, for example by acting as a sounding
board
• Sharing your practical interest in issues affecting older
people in society - using experience gained possibly through your
professional or occupational background, from personal or family
experience or from work with other organisations.
• Offering particular skills and knowledge that could help
staff and trustees - this might cover a very wide range of areas
such as fundraising, marketing, charity governance , or awareness
of 'hands-on' matters such as social care, financial
benefits, and carers issues.
The role of the Charter Member is not confined to people who are
'experts' - we are keen to hear from anyone who shares our
commitment to promoting the independence of older people and
is in a position to help us make a real difference to the lives of
older people.
What are the obligations of a Charter Member?
• The time commitment can be as little or as much as you are
prepared to offer, depending on your circumstances and what you are
able to offer.
• The formal role of Charter Members is to elect members of the
charity's trustee board at the charity's annual general meeting and
to vote on the appointment of the auditors. Attendance at the
AGM is not essential as voting can take place by post or proxy.
• This role does not involve the legal responsibilities of a
Trustee and Charter Members are free to resign membership with a
month's notice.
• There is no financial commitment required from Charter Members
(although of course as a fundraising charity we always welcome
voluntary donations).
Charter Members receive a newsletter and/or email newsletter
every quarter to keep them up to date with developments and are
also invited to public and other meetings that the charity
holds.
How do I become a Charter Member?
If you are interested in joining us, please contact Wendy Atkins
for further information and to arrange an informal discussion with
a director or trustee at Independent Age.
Contact details:
Wendy Atkins, Executive Assistant to the Chief
Executive
020 7605 4206
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