WE Lead

Training for

Community Organisers | Third Sector Leaders | Social Entrepreneurs

in Braintree District

We Lead: Braintree

Do you want to make a difference in your community?

Perhaps you work for a charity, social enterprise or voluntary organisation in Braintree?

Or maybe you want to start your own social enterprise or community group?

Then we are delighted to offer you some fully-funded leadership training, starting in January 2025. 

This training is brought to you by 3rd Sector Futures, Anglia Ruskin University’s specialist charity and social enterprise training unit, and funded by Braintree District Council.

Our Services

Community Organising

Join our free workshops to explore local needs, plan community action, and learn practical tools to make a difference in Braintree District. Perfect for residents, activists, and aspiring community leaders.

Four Masterclasses based in Braintree 1. Strategy & Leadership: 14 January 2. People & Culture: 4 February 3. Money & Impact: 6 March 4. Markets & Messaging: 3 April

Leadership Training

If you work in a charity, voluntary organisation or social enterprise in Braintree, grab yourself some fully-funded, tailored leadership training from ARU’s 3rd Sector Futures team.

  • Braintree Local: 16 January

  • Witham Local: 29 January

  • Halstead Local: 5 February

  • District-wide: 25 February

Social Entrepreneurship

Discover how to turn your ideas into impactful social ventures with our free workshops. Designed for aspiring and current social entrepreneurs in Braintree District, these sessions will help you plan, generate income, and create lasting social change.

Two workshops based in Braintree. 1. Workshop one: 19 March 2. Workshop two: 26 March