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Sue Brown

@suebrownsb.bsky.social

Charity consultancy | Strategy | Governance | Policy influence consultancy/projects | Facilitation | I bring people together to create change | FRSA | parkrunner

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Sue Brown@suebrownsb.bsky.social · 5mo ago

What might a book about the Iraq war, written by a US General have that’s relevant to the charity sector? Lots that's relevant to anyone navigating complexity. My reflections on re-reading Team of Teams ten years on. www.sbconnects.co.uk/insights/team

Team of Teams- working in complex systems — Sue Brown Connects

What might a book about the Iraq war, written by a US General have that’s relevant to the charity sector? Ten years ago I read the book “Team of Teams”. It made a big impression on me and ten years on...

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Sue Brown@suebrownsb.bsky.social · 5mo ago

Just added a new blog to my website. Something I've been thinking about in recent weeks - the challenge of evaluating complex system change when we so often use linear models such as theory of change. Read it here: www.sbconnects.co.uk/insights/system-change

The challenge of evaluating system change — Sue Brown Connects

When I talk to people about governance they often assume I am talking about policies and committee structures. Of course, these are important, but there is more to governance than that.  Boards need to know that the right policies are in place (and being implemented). They need assurance t

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Sue Brown@suebrownsb.bsky.social · 5mo ago

I’m really looking forward to facilitating this session for ACEVO on Influencing policy: how charity CEOs can lead change beyond their organisations. This interactive session will explore how leaders can influence public policy and advocate for systemic change. www.acevo.org.uk/event/influe...

Influencing policy: how charity CEOs can lead change beyond their organisations

Overview Pricing Booking In today’s complex social landscape, charity CEOs are uniquely positioned to shape not just their organisations, but the policies and systems that impact the communities they serve. This interactive half-day workshop explores how leaders in the charitable sector can move beyond operational management to influence public policy,…

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Sue Brown@suebrownsb.bsky.social · 5mo ago

People told me I should start a newsletter and finally I did. I’ve said I’ll do it monthly – 1 article (this one's on difficult conversations in strategy development), 1 facilitation method you can use in meetings, 1 book/podcast review. Wish me luck. suebrownconnects.substack.com/p/difficult-...

Difficult conversations and strategy development

I’ve been talking to a lot of different charities about strategy this year and one theme is emerging: focus.

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Sue Brown@suebrownsb.bsky.social · 8mo ago

On line or in person a bad meeting is a bad meeting. Just meeting in person won't improve a meeting that's unplanned, lacks direction, dull, uninspiring and doesn't enable participation.

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Sue Brown@suebrownsb.bsky.social · 8mo ago

I’m excited to share that my new website for Sue Brown Connects is now live. Please share with anyone you think might be interested or need support with charity strategy/governance, policy influence, meeting facilitation. www.sbconnects.co.uk

Sue Brown Connects | Policy, Strategy, Governance & Facilitation

I support charities and partnerships to increase their impact through policy influence, strategy development, strong governance and facilitating engaging meetings.

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Sue Brown@suebrownsb.bsky.social · 8mo ago

Happy New Year. Back at my desk today. Lots I’m looking forward to in 2026 including launch of new website next week, new trustee role, hospital governor, 3 different book groups. Most of all I’m looking forward to working with not for profits on governance, impact, participation and engagement.

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ARMA@arma.uk.net · 11mo ago

Over 230,000 children in the UK live with long-term MSK conditions. We can’t afford to ignore their bone & joint health. Young people deserve timely access to MSK services close to home. Local, accessible services prevent problems from escalating. #BoneAndJointWeek

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Involve@involveuk.bsky.social · last yr.

Planning an in-person engagement event? A well-planned, welcoming event helps participants feel safe, supported and ready to contribute. 📒 We’ve created a practical, step-by-step guide to help you plan everything from venues and accessibility to staffing and photo consent... 🧵 👇

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ARMA@arma.uk.net · last yr.

Fantastic to see so many ARMA members coming together today to share reflections on the 10 Year Health Plan and discuss the future of MSK care. A great show of collaboration, insight, and commitment to improving lives.

Sue Brown@suebrownsb.bsky.social · last yr.

Sick of hearing "I'm sorry. I didn't mean to cause offence." The problem with racist, misogynist, ageist, etc. comments is not that someone might be offended. It's that they perpetuate racism, misogyny, ageism - views and values that cause harm, not necessarily to the people who hear them.

ARMA@arma.uk.net · last yr.

Don’t miss the next MSK Health Inequalities Community of Practice! Our guest speaker, Clinical Delivery Lead Nick Livadas, will share how a community MSK service identified their underserved groups. 📅1st July ⏰12:30pm-1:30pm 🔗us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/mAflW1o4St-ZOm6RKMDmTA#/registration