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The presentations & recording of the Visitor Levy roundtable are available on our website. This event in partnership with @LGAculturesport and @corecities focused on the implications, opportunities and practicalities of the emerging Visitor Levy. tinyurl.com/bdn244zm

As we celebrate progress made toward tackling inequalities, we must also acknowledge how far is left to go. Sometimes, "making noise" doesn't mean changing who you are; it means refusing to let your contribution be overlooked and amplifying quieter voices. Keep making noise📣

#InternationalWomensDay #GiveToGain The final reflection for the week is from our Chair Donna Pentelow #EveryoneCanLead #Leadership #WomenInLeadership

Our support for the #GiveToGain campaign continues with some sage advice from Caroline O'Neill, another member of our @cCLOAssociation Executive Committee. #InternationalWomensDay #EveryoneCanLead #CulturalSector #WomenInLeadership

@julie13russell our past Chair, shares todays reflection for women leaders in the cultural and leisure sectors. #EveryoneCanLead #InternationalWomensDay #GiveToGain #CLOA #Leadership #CulturalSector #WomenInLeadership

Continuing with gems of wisdom that our Executive Committee want to pass on to women beginning their own leadership journeys, todays reflection is offered by @pgtips1206 one of our Vice Chairs. #InternationalWomensDay #GiveToGain #EveryoneCanLead #WomenInLeadership

Todays #InternationalWomensDay reflection on the advice they would give their younger selves is offered by @tamerandhawk one of our Vice-Chairs. Read more linkedin.com/feed/update/ur… #GiveToGain #EveryoneCanLead #CLOA #Leadership #CulturalSector #WomenInLeadership

Together, we can build a sector where every woman feels empowered to step forward, speak up, and shape the future. #InternationalWomensDay #GiveToGain #EveryoneCanLead #CLOA #Leadership #CulturalSector #WomenInLeadership

Throughout this week, we’ll be sharing these personal reflections and insights celebrating the women who lead, inspire, collaborate, create change, and open doors for those who follow. Our first spotlight is on Zsuzsi Lindsay our EDI Champion.

Today @cCLOAssociation is celebrating the power of women’s leadership not just in the moments when confidence comes easily, but in the moments when growth feels challenging, brave, and new.

The review will provide impartial insights into the value proposition for members, pricing structure & potential for growth. The work will be informed by feedback from members and deliver actionable recommendations with short, medium, long-term priorities. Deadline 5 January 26.

Consultancy Opportunity: Membership Review for CLOA @cCLOAssociation is seeking an experienced consultant to undertake a comprehensive review of our membership model. cloa.org.uk/wp-content/upl…

The presentations from the roundtable on how public sector culture and leisure is preparing for the introduction of Martyn’s Law are now available to view on our website cloa.org.uk/2025/12/04/pre…

User case studies were shared by two CLOA Members @EliseHurcombe and Michelle Butler on how they have connected with the resources and the components that have been particularly helpful within their working context.

The Cultural Strategies Think Kit includes practical resources, tools and templates linked to various areas to focus on in developing and maintaining a cultural strategy – you can register to access it here culturalstrategies.soton.ac.uk/think-kit/

Today we hosted a collaborative webinar with @LGAculturesport and Prof Danial Ashton @unisouthampton to provide practical support for councils undertaking cultural strategies. The presentations and recording are now available to view on our website. cloa.org.uk/2025/11/06/cul…

@cCLOAssociation is delighted to launch our Aspiring Leaders Awards, which is an opportunity to spotlight and recognise the passion, innovation, and leadership of rising stars from across the country. Find out more here cloa.org.uk/2025/11/04/clo…

To all UK arts & culture charities, applications are now open for Arts for Impact 2026! 🎭 Boost your charity’s resilience and unlock up to £30k in match funding! Campaign: 17–24 March 2026 Apply by: 17 Dec 2025 Find out more: biggive.org/artsforimpact/