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About us
Action Together is a membership organisation and there are currently 3,000 members across Oldham, Rochdale and Tameside. These, in turn, represent and support many diverse local needs and interests.
We are a charity whose purpose is promoting social benefit for the people who live in the communities we serve. We provide lots of different practical help to support local member groups and organisations.
Our work is divided into core functions:
- Leadership and Advocacy: We lead and advocate for the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise sector in our communities to be heard
- Volunteering: We support people and groups to make more of a difference, and give their time to the things that matter most to them
- Investment: We secure investment that supports local action, removes barriers and helps to get funding to where it’s needed most
- Capacity Building: We support groups and organisations to develop, grow and make a bigger impact in their communities
- Partnership and Collaboration: We facilitate local action groups and networks to create a valuable and effective space for collaborative working and joint action
Our Values
Believe it’s possible - vision and ideas matter. We have confidence in the power of people and communities and strive to release their potential to create the widest possible benefits whilst promoting social justice
Strengthen others - we work in ways that strengthen people, places and partnerships. We achieve this by working collaboratively, sharing skills and developing relationships between people, groups and agencies
Be true - we are brave enough to share constructive insight in order to make progress. Our unique insight comes from our connections with, and amplification of, the diverse range of voices of people and groups that we work with
What it means to be an Action Together Trustee
The overall role of a Trustee is to further the organisation’s purpose, keeping within its charitable objectives.
As a Trustee you will be part of the Board of Trustees who have the legal responsibility of being the primary decision makers for Action Together. You will act in the best interests, set the strategy or plan, make key decisions, and oversee the running of Action Together. It is not the role of a Trustee to carry out the day-to-day activities of Action Together.
Can you make a positive contribution to the Board of Action Together?
We have outlined below some of the areas of expertise and experience which we hope you could contribute to the Board. But please don’t regard this as an exclusive list!
Far more important is your willingness and ability to demonstrate your commitment to our values mentioned earlier in this pack. And then to share with us how you can bring your personal and paid experience to support the work of the Board.
So, what happens next?
If you are interested in becoming one of our Trustees, we would love to hear from you!
Please complete the Trustee Application Form, which can be found on our website, or requested by emailing lui.delverto@actiontogether.org.uk. Please then return the completed form to us at that same email address.
We would like your completed application form submitted by Monday 22 September.
Our recruitment panel (including current trustees and senior leaders) will review all applications. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a friendly and informal interview from 29 September to help both you and us explore whether this is the right opportunity.
If the outcome is that we jointly agree that you could make a positive contribution as a Trustee, the Board will then propose your nomination, with its endorsement, for formal approval at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday 5 November. All nominees will be supported through a structured induction process following the AGM.
If duly elected (by the membership at the AGM), you will then serve initially for a year period and can subsequently serve for further terms.
If you have any queries, please email Lui DelVerto, Executive Support Coordinator, at lui.delverto@actiontogether.org.uk or call 0161 339 2345 for more details.
You will still be able to self-nominate without board endorsement, but you must complete and submit a nomination form to us by Monday 6 October
Why I became a Trustee at Action Together
We caught up with some of the members of our current Board and ask them why they became a Trustee at Action Together, here is what they said...
Dewan Choudhury
"When I first heard about the opportunity to become a trustee at Action Together, it felt like a natural next step in my journey of community work. I’ve always been passionate about creating spaces where people feel heard, included, and empowered particularly those from underrepresented communities. Action Together’s mission aligns perfectly with that, so applying for the role was an easy decision.
The application process was friendly and accessible, which really reflected the values of the organisation. It felt more like a conversation about shared goals than a formal interview, which reassured me that this was a team I wanted to be part of.
As a trustee, I bring my experiences from education, youth work, and community projects, but I also gain a lot from the role. I’ve had the chance to learn more about charity governance, decision-making at a strategic level, and how organisations like Action Together stay accountable to the communities they serve.
One of the things I’ve appreciated most is the support available to trustees. From the induction to the ongoing conversations with fellow board members, there’s always someone willing to guide, listen, or offer advice. It’s a team effort, and everyone is encouraged to bring their unique skills to the table.
Being a trustee has given me the chance to both contribute and grow. It’s not just about giving back. it’s about learning, collaborating, and helping shape the future of our communities. I’d encourage anyone thinking about it to get involved."
Martin Ashton:
"I used to work alongside Action Together for the public sector and often felt I couldn’t quite do enough to support the amazing work that the organisation does. When I learnt about the opportunity to become a trustee, I saw it as the perfect opportunity to remedy this.
I applied to become a trustee in 2024, and it was refreshing to see how different it is to recruitment in a public sector role. It was a straightforward process, but more importantly it was a very personable process with the focus on people, connection and relationships. This personal touch has continued, and board meetings are business focussed but just as importantly they are friendly, inclusive and reflective.
I have extensive experience in the development of NHS and Local Government Strategy, which I believe is of value to the organisation, however I am keen to do more over the coming years. I am certainly benefiting personally from being a trustee and value listening to the different perspectives of fellow board members.
One of the Action Together values is ‘strengthen others’ – people, places and partnerships and this is embedded deep within everything the organisation does. I would recommend becoming a trustee to anyone who is committed to enabling positive change in communities."
Mina Patel
"I applied to become a trustee in 2023 as I was keen utilise my professional skills to support a third sector organisation. Throughout my life I have volunteered in various roles, mainly in sport, and had seen the benefit first hand which people of all ages could gain from having access to inclusive clubs and groups, so being applying to be a board member for action together really aligned to my values.
The application process was not onerous and enabled me to meet members of the board before being appointed. The induction sessions were also excellent, enabling time for me to ask any questions I wanted.
Since being a trustee, I have always felt my voice was heard and valued. I enjoy the meetings and find them professional, informative and engaging. All members live and breathe the values of Action Together, making the meetings highly effective.
On a personal note, being a trustee of Action Together has helped me grow as an individual. I have expanded my strategic knowledge of the third sector alongside improving my understanding of the communities across Oldham, Rochdale and Tameside. Seeing the positive difference Action Together makes and knowing I play a role in that change is extremely rewarding. I would not hesitate in recommending becoming a trustee to anyone."
