Learning and development reports for the third sector

Created by the Charity Learning Consortium, these reports are designed to equip charities with the knowledge, tools, and strategies they need to enhance their impact and achieve their goals. Key features include in-depth analysis, practical insights, expert contributions along with some case studies of successful implementations and their impacts.  

Ten reasons why charities should use eLearning

The value that eLearning delivers to third-sector organisations is huge. See the great things that can happen when charities incorporate eLearning into their training mix.

Whether your goal is to deliver consistent content to all learners, provide evidence of compliance training completion, or to save time and money within your L&D function to best make use of your donated funds: eLearning gets the job done. 

We’ve put together the top ten reasons why charities should join the eLearning revolution. And we should know: the Charity Learning Consortium has been sharing top-level resources to the third sector since 2001!

Download our report to discover how charity L&D teams benefit from eLearning, with real examples from the likes of Shelter and St John Cymru.

Ten reasons why charities should use eLearning

The value that eLearning delivers to third-sector organisations is huge. See the great things that can happen when charities incorporate eLearning into their training mix.

Whether your goal is to deliver consistent content to all learners, provide evidence of compliance training completion, or to save time and money within your L&D function to best make use of your donated funds: eLearning gets the job done. 

We’ve put together the top 10 reasons why charities should join the eLearning revolution. And we should know: the Charity Learning Consortium has been sharing top-level resources to the third sector since 2001!

Download our report to discover how charity L&D teams benefit from eLearning, with real examples from the likes of Shelter and St John Cymru.

How to create a learning programme for equity, diversity & inclusion

The report published by the Charity Learning Consortium, explains how to create an effective learning programme in equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI). Written by Nathan Nalla, the report is split into six key sections and includes:

  • Three questions you need to address before creating a learning plan for EDI 
  • A partnership approach to EDI – with a focus on why, when and who you should partner with
  • Embedding EDI into all learning
  • Five things to bear in mind when designing EDI learning 
  • A spotlight on facilitation
  • Ideas for evaluating outcome and impact

It’s packed with action points and useful hints and tips with case studies from Shelter, World Vision, Shaw Trust, RSPCA and Leeds University Union, showcasing the work of members of the Consortium. 

How to create a learning programme for equity, diversity & inclusion

The report published by the Charity Learning Consortium, explains how to create an effective learning programme in equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI). Written by Nathan Nalla, the report is split into six key sections and includes:

  • Three questions you need to address before creating a learning plan for EDI
  • A partnership approach to EDI – with a focus on why, when and who you should partner with
  • Embedding EDI into all learning
  • Five things to bear in mind when designing EDI learning
  • A spotlight on facilitation
  • Ideas for evaluating outcome and impact

It’s packed with action points and useful hints and tips with case studies from Shelter, World Vision, Shaw Trust, RSPCA and Leeds University Union, showcasing the work of members of the Consortium. 

More case studies from CLC members

Supporting pharmacists’ well-being: How Pharmacist Support tackled burnout head-on

A small charity with a big impact wins a Charity Learning Consortium Award for its evidence-based well-being programme.

Transforming Learning Culture at Prostate Cancer UK

The L&D team at Prostate Cancer UK has transformed the organisation’s learning culture by using data-driven insights to tailor training initiatives to staff needs. This case study explores the strategies implemented, the challenges faced, and the key takeaways from this journey.

Festival of Work 2025 – What I Took Away

Another year, another fantastic Festival of Work in London and as always, it didn’t disappoint. This year felt particularly energising, with lots of brilliant conversations (especially with charities and not-for-profits) and a real buzz around accessibility.

Revamping online learning at the Forward Trust

Claire Pulman, HR Learning and Development Lead at the Forward Trust, has transformed how online learning looks at the organisation. She shares her approach and the impact it has had.

Reinvigorating learning platform engagement at The Children’s Society

Following a restructure, learning has been revitalised at The Children’s Society. Natasha Welbourne and Katrina Brandt focused on creating a consistent approach to learning, whilst aligning with the organisation’s wider strategy and goals.

Driving Inclusion and Belonging at Warwick Student’s Union

Charity Learning Award winner Natasha Patel shares how she has woven EDI into learning and development (L&D) at Warwick Student’s Union (WSU).

Starting from scratch: a minimalist approach supports eLearning success at Yorkshire Cancer Research

How do you approach training volunteers if you have no knowledge or experience of learning and development? That’s the situation that Michael Dickinson, Retail Development Manager, found himself in at Yorkshire Cancer Research.

Relaunching eLearning at Wales Air Ambulance

Nick Bowen explains why he took the bold step of asking all staff to go through a re-induction at Wales Air Ambulance, and how he got everyone on board.

Dynamic new management development at Woodgreen

Reflection is a key part of a relaunched management development programme at Woodgreen Pets Charity. Esther Redman explains how she has integrated reflective practice into a new approach to learning and development.

Effective online induction at The Action Group

Louise Brunton and Gareth Timms from The Action Group explain how simple evaluation methods helped them refine a new online induction, to ensure its success.

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