Could you be a SWIDN trustee?

SWIDN — the South West International Development Network — brings together individuals and organisations across the South West who are working for global solidarity. Founded in 2005 and registered as a charity in 2017, we have around 100 members and a wider community of 5,000 people working in international development across the UK’s South West and beyond. We are looking for current trustees to join our dynamic team.

We want a board that reflects the world we work in.

We particularly welcome applications from people from the Global Majority, from LGBTQI+ communities, people living with disabilities, and people from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.

What kind of person are we looking for?

Education

We’re not looking for a particular type of CV. We don’t require previous trustee experience, a specific educational background, or management experience. What matters most is:

A genuine commitment to our values and to SWIDN’s mission
Curiosity and openness — about international development, its history, and its future




Willingness to commit some time and energy to support us
Integrity, good judgment, and the confidence to speak your mind

We’d especially love to hear from people with experience in any of these areas:

Working for a SWIDN member organisation
Anti-racism from a governance perspective
Charity financial management expertise
Communications and marketing background
Digital and AI from a governance perspective
Fundraising knowledge and experience

So, what’s actually involved?

We Know Everyone Has Different Amounts Of Time And Energy To Give — And SWIDN Works Flexibly With That In Mind. Here’s What You’d Typically Be Involved In

Four quarterly Board meetings per year (online, ~2 hours each)
One in-person Board meeting in Bristol each year (usually March)
One Strategy Away Day per year in Bristol
At least one in-person SWIDN networking event per year
Contributing to our Annual Conference or working groups — sharing your expertis

📌 Trustee at SWIDN (India)
🏢 South West International Development Network
📍 India