Charity Finance Group (CFG) is excited to announce the launch of the Risk Leadership Programme to help charitable organisations manage risk more effectively.
Tailored for both trustees and those who lead on risk management, the five-month online programme has been designed as a practical learning journey.
Spotting an increasing need among charity and non-profit leaders, CFG and The Risk Collaborative developed the programme for those who want to improve risk management practice, and learn how risk can be a tool for strategic decision-making.
Running from June to November 2026, with a follow-up session in February 2027, the programme offers practical, real world learning on how to identify, assess and manage risk in increasingly complex organisational contexts.
A unique dual group learning model
The programme invites both trustees and staff to join one of two parallel groups:
- Group A – Staff (risk, compliance, governance, finance and senior operational leads)
- Group B – Trustees
Individuals are welcome to attend on behalf of their organisation, and staff–trustee pairs are encouraged to participate together. Joining the programme as a pair supports the development of a shared language and strengthens the organisation’s approaches to risk in a coordinated way.
Each group will have a maximum of 25 participants to ensure highly interactive sessions. Some sessions bring both groups together as one cohort for cross-perspective learning. The other sessions will provide protected space for deep-dives into role specific challenges and approaches.
Sabrina Segal, Founder of The Risk Collaborative, will lead the Risk Leadership Programme alongside Nigel Kippax, charity governance and risk expert and CFG associate.
Commenting on the launch of the Risk Leadership Programme, Sabrina Segal says:
“We’re excited to launch this unique programme with CFG who have been at the forefront of conversations around risk management in the sector. For a long time, we’ve advocated that approaches to risk management should be as dynamic as the environments we operate in.
“This programme goes far beyond a typical workshop or toolkit. Participants will explore the context and culture of risk in the sector, assess old and new practices, and learn how to build a balanced, opportunity focused risk approach. They will also learn how organisational culture shapes risk-thinking and decision-making.”
Nigel Kippax adds:
“Our new programme is an interactive cohort-based learning experience. It’s unique in that it gives both trustees and staff the chance to think about risk management separately and then join together in a shared learning space to reflect on their organisations' responsibilities and approaches.
“Risk leadership is all about decision-making and is most effective when boards and executive teams understand each other’s perspectives and when they feel confident having honest, constructive conversations. By blending joint sessions, safe-space group work and peer support pods, we’re creating the kind of environment where real organisational change can take root.”
Caron Bradshaw OBE, Growth and Sector Solutions Lead, CFG comments:
“CFG is delighted to be working with Nigel and Sabrina to deliver this new risk learning programme. Across the sector, we hear the same challenge from charity leaders: risk management has never been more important, yet it remains a challenge, with a mix of approaches and baffling practices getting in the way of thoughtful, strategic decision-making.
“The CFG community has been working for many years to help organisations build stronger financial leadership and governance cultures. This programme takes that commitment a step further – giving both trustees and staff the skills and confidence they need to manage risk in a way that supports, rather than constrains, mission delivery.”
The programme will start in June and run for five months and will include an additional cohort follow-up in February 2027. The sessions will be live, facilitated workshops of two hours each. Bespoke support will be provided, and from time-to-time external risk management experts will be invited to share their knowledge.
Find out more and book
Bookings are now open and we warmly encourage your organisation to book in staff-trustee pairs with the purchase of two individual tickets. Head to the website for more information.
If you would like to book 20 minutes for an informal chat with either Nigel Kippax or Sabrina Segal, please email the CFG team.
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