Volunteer Board Member

About Children With Voices

Children With Voices (CWV) is a grassroots non-profit organisation dedicated to improving the lives of children and families through community-driven programs. We run holiday clubs, healthy lifestyle education, and intervention projects for children aged 5–11 to combat childhood obesity, antisocial behaviour, and gang involvement.

Our goal is early intervention – giving children the tools to lead healthier, safer, and more empowered lives.

The Role – Board Member (Volunteer)

We are seeking passionate, community-minded individuals to join our Board of Trustees. As a board member, you will provide oversight, guidance, and strategic support to help CWV grow its reach and impact. You don’t need previous board experience – just the drive to make a difference and bring your unique skills, networks, or community insight to the table.

Key Responsibilities

   •   Attend and contribute to quarterly board meetings and occasional strategy sessions.

   •   Support the development of CWV’s strategic vision and community impact.

   •   Use your professional expertise or lived experience to inform board decisions (e.g. education, youth work, business, legal, HR, marketing, fundraising, etc.).

   •   Leverage your personal or professional network to promote CWV’s work and connect us with funding, partnerships, or opportunities.

   •   Ensure CWV operates in line with its charitable aims, legal obligations, and good governance practices.

   •   Act as an ambassador for CWV at events, with funders, and across your networks.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome board members from a wide range of backgrounds. You may have experience in:

   •   Community development or youth services

   •   Education, social work, or mental health

   •   Fundraising, business development, or marketing

   •   Finance, governance, HR, or legal

   •   Lived experience of the issues CWV addresses

   •   Or a strong passion for helping children and communities thrive

Commitment

   •   Time required: 6–10 hours per month (flexible)

   •   Location: Remote and/or London-based meetings (hybrid)

   •   Term: Minimum one-year commitment (renewable)

   •   Training and induction provided

What You’ll Gain

   •   A chance to help shape the future of a growing, impactful charity

   •   Experience in governance and leadership within the non-profit sector

   •   Meaningful connections with like-minded individuals

   •   Personal fulfilment from empowering children and families

How to Apply

Interested? Please email your CV or a short expression of interest to:

Subject: Board Member Application

Bring your voice to Children With Voices – and help us build healthier, safer, and stronger communities.