4 Female *Trustees to join Leeds Women’s Aid Board of Trustees 

Approximately 1 day per month helping LWA.

Our Trustee term of office is for a period of three years, which by mutual agreement can be extended by two further terms of three years, i.e. a maximum period of nine years.

Hybrid approach, however we do expect trustees to attend some face to face meetings, including the away days

This position is voluntary; however, we encourage our trustees to claim relevant incurred expenses.

It’s all about making a difference.

Being an LWA Trustee is a meaningful and rewarding way to make a real and positive difference in the lives of those we support. You might never meet them/get to know them but you still get that satisfying feeling that makes you smile. Can you provide strategic provide direction and stewardship to our innovative and diverse organisation to support women and children to turn their lives around?

LWA is the largest women’s charity in Leeds. We provide comprehensive support for women and families affected by domestic, sexual, and honour-based violence, forced marriage, trafficking, stalking, and harassment. While we remain dedicated to a feminist approach, our services have expanded to include support for men and transgender people through commissioned partnerships.

LWA has seen remarkable growth and transformation in recent years. Our services have expanded significantly, allowing us to reach more vulnerable women and girls through innovative and impactful programs. We continue to lead in our sector, ensuring that our voice and expertise shape policy and support services throughout the region.

As we look to the future, we are seeking four new Trustees to join our Board and support LWA’s next phase of development. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in fundraising, housing, charity law, and business transformation. Your knowledge and leadership can help us drive forward our ambitious strategy beyond 2026.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive Board. We particularly welcome applications from younger women under 40, women from culturally diverse backgrounds and disabled women. If you have lived experience related to domestic violence and abuse, we highly value your insight and encourage you to apply, even if your expertise does not align directly with the four key backgrounds listed.

LWA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all staff to share this commitment.  An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required before taking up this position.

* Posts are open to women only (Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1)

Please email your application to [email protected] by end of the day on Tuesday 27th May.

Your application should be no more than four A4 pages in length and include:

• An abbreviated CV
• Why you want to be a Trustee of LWA?
• How you fit with the person specification, including the four areas of expertise and LWAs values??
• What else you would bring to LWA?