CFG comments on the publication of the Civil Society Covenant, which aims to reset the relationship between government and civil society.
Caron Bradshaw OBE, CEO, CFG, comments:
"It's easy to be skeptical and fear that we’ve been here before. However, it’s important that we look forward not backwards and commit to making the covenant a success. We welcome its publication.
"It may not be perfect but it has been co-designed and shaped by many across the sector and provides a real opportunity for closer and more productive collaboration with the government.
“This is an important recognition of the vital role civil society plays in tackling some of the biggest challenges the country faces. This should be a turning point and we will look at ways in which the covenant can be practically brought to life in the work the sector does – supporting the people and communities they serve.
“It’s positive to see the introduction of Task and Finish groups to support the implementation of the covenant. Likewise, the establishment of a new civil society forum to enable dialogue between civil society and HMT is to be welcomed. We hope that these steps will allow the covenant to deliver genuine improvements not just for the sector, but for society as a whole.”
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About CFG
CFG is the charity and membership organisation that supports other charitable organisations to make the biggest difference possible. We do this by helping them to make their money and resources go further, by putting financial leadership at the heart of their decision-making. Since CFG was founded in 1987, we have evolved to welcome all finance professionals working for charitable and social change organisations. We also welcome non-finance professionals who recognise that we deliver greater impact when we are financially confident, trustworthy and dynamic. Today, CFG’s vibrant community manages around one third of the UK’s entire charity sector income. We are a diverse and inclusive community of people who are passionate about delivering impact through financial leadership. Together, we lead the way for charity finance.