SWIDN Peer Mentoring and Skills Exchange Launch
Online - October 22nd, 2026 at 13:00
SWIDN Directors Working Group
This informal working group takes place each month and is a space for NGO leaders to discuss shared issues, challenges and to connect. This group offers different discussion topics each month and the opportunity to support each other in a confidential, online setting. It is a peer-led group and we welcome newcomers from amongst the…
Women by Women: Rooted in Resistance Photography Exhibition
Join us to celebrate the women defending their land, lives and futures from destruction in this unique free photography exhibition.
Periods around the world: How can we deliver menstrual justice?
Join our expert panel who will explore menstrual justice from a local and global perspective.
Work that Works: Job Sharing for Justice Work
Curious about job sharing? Join us for an informal lunchtime event to learn what it is, how it works, and whether it could work for you. This informal, online event is for women workers and all employers, in celebration of International Women’s Day 2026. Job-sharing disrupts the idea that people exist only as workers, an…
Bridging the Gap: Student Placements with International Development Charities
This 45-minute online session is designed specifically for South West charities who are interested in learning how student placement schemes can support their work in a practical, manageable way. The session will introduce student placement opportunities connected to the MA Conflict, Security and Development programme at the University of Exeter. Placements total 75 hours and…
SWIDN NGO Directors Working Group
This informal working group takes place on the first Monday of each month and is a space for NGO leaders to discuss shared issues, challenges and to connect. This group offers different discussion topics and the opportunity to support each other in a confidential, online setting. It is a peer-led group and we welcome newcomers…
SWIDN NGO Directors Working Group
This informal working group takes place on the first Monday of each month and is a space for NGO leaders to discuss shared issues, challenges and to connect. This group offers different discussion topics and the opportunity to support each other in a confidential, online setting. It is a peer-led group and we welcome newcomers…
Unlocking Invitation-Only Opportunities: A SWIDN Fundraising Working Group
Increasingly, we are noticing that grantmakers and charitable trusts are adopting a ‘no unsolicited applications’ policy. In an already competitive fundraising landscape, gaining access to invite-only funders can feel like an impossible hurdle to overcome. Join experienced international development fundraiser Jaymie Duke for this informal, lunchtime workshop exploring practical ways to navigate this challenge. We’ll look…
Regional Twinnings Conference: City Partnerships in a Changing World
Regional Conference “City Partnerships in a Changing World” organised by Bristol International Twinnings Association. In a world full of conflict, the conference emphasises the value of solidarity between citizens of other countries at grass roots level. Exchange your views, experiences and ideas for the future.
SWIDN Women’s Leadership Circle – information evening
Leadership is something that many of us strive to achieve, yet for those working within small organisations and non-profits, professional training can feel out of reach – or out of budget. Working within international development, in a landscape where funding pots are closing and budgets are being squeezed, self-development can easily fall to the bottom…
Featured Events
SWIDN Peer Mentoring and Skills Exchange Launch
Thursday 22 October, 1.00–1.45pm Join us to find out more about SWIDN’s peer mentoring scheme and the launch of our new Skills Exchange platform. This short, informal session is open to everyone in a SWIDN member organisation — whatever your role or level of experience. Whether you would like support from someone who understands the…
SWIDN NGO Directors Working Group – November
Focus for November – Succession Planning for Directors/Founders. Conversation to be led by Paul Stuart from Ripple Effect This informal working group takes place on the first Monday of each month and is a space for NGO leaders to discuss shared issues, challenges and to connect. This group offers different discussion topics and the opportunity…
Connecting Global Decisions with Local Action
A joint UK Alliance online event. 19 November 2026 | 13:00–14:30 The G20 brings together 19 of the world’s largest economies and two major multilateral bodies – the European Union and the African Union. This group makes up 85% of global GDP, 75% of international trade, and two-thirds of the world’s population. As President of…
SWIDN Roadshow – Bristol: Connect, Learn and Look Ahead
20 November 2026, 2.00–3.45 (with optional time afterwards for discussion) The Create Centre, Smeaton Road, Bristol, BS1 6XN Join us for a relaxed afternoon bringing together SWIDN members from across the Bristol area (open to anyone working in the South West!). It is a chance to meet others working in international development, hear about some…
SWIDN Roadshow Exeter: Connect, Learn and Look Ahead
26th November 2026, 2.00–3.45 (with optional time afterwards for discussion) Exeter city centre – venue to be confirmed Join us for a relaxed afternoon bringing together SWIDN members from across the Exeter area (open to anyone working in the South West!). It is a chance to meet others working in international development, hear about some…
SWIDN Festive Social (Exeter)
The year is coming to a close, and what better way to celebrate than with good company, great conversation, and a bit of holiday cheer? 🎄✨ You’re invited to our Festive Networking Social — a relaxed evening to unwind, meet fellow professionals working in global solidarity, and make some new connections locally before we all…
SWIDN Festive Social (Bristol)
The year is coming to a close, and what better way to celebrate than with good company, great conversation, and a bit of holiday cheer? 🎄✨ You’re invited to our Festive Networking Social — a relaxed evening to unwind, meet fellow professionals working in global solidarity, and make some new connections locally before we all…
SWIDN NGO Directors Working Group – December
Focus for December – Employment Law Updates, and a chance to ask any, and all, HR related questions you have. Conversation to be led by Sarah Buxton – Director and Founder of Buxton Coates Solicitors and Specialist Employment Solicitor. This informal working group takes place on the first Monday of each month and is a…
Past Events
SWIDN Peer Mentoring and Skills Exchange Launch
Thursday 22 October, 1.00–1.45pm Join us to find out more about SWIDN’s peer mentoring scheme and the launch of our new Skills Exchange platform. This short, informal session is open to everyone in a SWIDN member organisation — whatever your role or level of experience. Whether you would like support from someone who understands the…
SWIDN NGO Directors Working Group – November
Focus for November – Succession Planning for Directors/Founders. Conversation to be led by Paul Stuart from Ripple Effect This informal working group takes place on the first Monday of each month and is a space for NGO leaders to discuss shared issues, challenges and to connect. This group offers different discussion topics and the opportunity…
Connecting Global Decisions with Local Action
A joint UK Alliance online event. 19 November 2026 | 13:00–14:30 The G20 brings together 19 of the world’s largest economies and two major multilateral bodies – the European Union and the African Union. This group makes up 85% of global GDP, 75% of international trade, and two-thirds of the world’s population. As President of…
SWIDN Roadshow – Bristol: Connect, Learn and Look Ahead
20 November 2026, 2.00–3.45 (with optional time afterwards for discussion) The Create Centre, Smeaton Road, Bristol, BS1 6XN Join us for a relaxed afternoon bringing together SWIDN members from across the Bristol area (open to anyone working in the South West!). It is a chance to meet others working in international development, hear about some…
SWIDN Roadshow Exeter: Connect, Learn and Look Ahead
26th November 2026, 2.00–3.45 (with optional time afterwards for discussion) Exeter city centre – venue to be confirmed Join us for a relaxed afternoon bringing together SWIDN members from across the Exeter area (open to anyone working in the South West!). It is a chance to meet others working in international development, hear about some…
SWIDN Festive Social (Exeter)
The year is coming to a close, and what better way to celebrate than with good company, great conversation, and a bit of holiday cheer? 🎄✨ You’re invited to our Festive Networking Social — a relaxed evening to unwind, meet fellow professionals working in global solidarity, and make some new connections locally before we all…
SWIDN Festive Social (Bristol)
The year is coming to a close, and what better way to celebrate than with good company, great conversation, and a bit of holiday cheer? 🎄✨ You’re invited to our Festive Networking Social — a relaxed evening to unwind, meet fellow professionals working in global solidarity, and make some new connections locally before we all…
SWIDN NGO Directors Working Group – December
Focus for December – Employment Law Updates, and a chance to ask any, and all, HR related questions you have. Conversation to be led by Sarah Buxton – Director and Founder of Buxton Coates Solicitors and Specialist Employment Solicitor. This informal working group takes place on the first Monday of each month and is a…
