Why ACOSVO?
It can be lonely at the top, however big or small the mountain.
We provide a forum for sharing work situations confidentially, with those who have 'been there'. News, networking, support and feedback are shared individually or in groups. Leadership Opportunities are developed to meet members' needs.
Join a unique and growing network of Scottish third sector leaders
ACOSVO offers...
- Personal and professional development in an interactive and supportive environment
- Access to a range of Leadership Opportunities designed specifically for Third Sector Chief Officers or Senior Mangers
- Opportunities to network and connect with other leaders to share and learn from experience and good practice
- An online community of third sector leaders as a sounding board to discuss current issues and challenges facing the sector.
- A strategic information hub
- Opportunities to strengthen and develop governance
- Opportunities to build stronger working relationships
- Opportunities to promote the role of third sector leaders to policy makers within government
ACOSVO is a vital management tool for me as a chief officer and I value my membership and the services provided
“Through my personal development and contacts I perform more effectively as a chief executive.”
“Excellent value for money and time well spent”
ACOSVO Values
Member Focused and Member Led
It is essential to maintain ACOSVO as being run by members, for members and to constantly engage with members
Leadership
We believe in the importance of effective leadership in order to see the third sector flourish and develop
Innovation and Creativity
ACOSVO is committed to encouraging innovation and creativity in our work, and inspiring innovation in our members
Quality and Excellence
We are committed to the ongoing achievements of quality standards in our work, achieving the standards that ACOSVO members would expect to achieve
A Commitment to Sustainable Development
This will inform our policy and processes and will be an underpinning value of our work
A Shared Future
To ensure that as we undertake our work, we are mindful of the achievement of understanding, building good relationships and reconciliation
To Share Good Practice and Excellence
To learn from each other, share experiences, re-think and adapt rather than re-invent, encourage and inspire, reduce duplication and encourage collaboration