Technology is changing how charities tackle today’s challenges, creating new opportunities to build on your impact while staying compliant. Sign up for our webinar series below to gain insights from legal experts about legislative developments and key compliance takeaways on a range of topics, including using AI to support fundraising activities, developing tech-based solutions for beneficiaries, data protection essentials when using AI, and more.
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AI and charity governance: decision-making in an AI-driven world
AI and data protection: legal essentials
Technology for good: tech-focused solutions to support beneficiaries
Fundraising and AI: responsible management of AI tools to reduce risk and increase impact
Social investing in technology businesses: legal insights and case studies
AI and charity governance: decision-making in an AI-driven world – 19 November 2026
Explore how to develop robust internal practices when adopting and using AI at your charity and ensure appropriate decision-making in an AI-driven world. This session will cover developing an AI policy for staff, volunteers and trustees and incorporating AI disclaimers; how AI can be useful for day-to-day operations; and key considerations around intellectual property; as well as duties around the new Charity Governance Code.
Where and when?
Zoom webinar on Thursday 19 November 2026 at 12pm-1pm
Speakers
Mark Abbott (Partner) and Olivia Hyland (Associate)
AI and data protection: legal essentials – 10 December 2026
Protection of personal data needs to be front of mind for any charity, especially when deploying AI in your organisation. Our Data & Privacy team will break down the legal essentials of data protection for charities when using AI internally and how to maintain robust data protection processes when incorporating AI into charity operations. We will cover evaluating risk, supporting staff with data protection compliance when using AI technology, DPIAs and more.
Where and when?
Zoom webinar on Thursday 10 December 2026 at 12pm-1pm
Speakers
Rayhaan Vankalwala (Head of Data & Privacy) and Sara Moon (Solicitor)
Technology for good: tech-focused solutions to support beneficiaries – 28 January 2027
As technology continues to evolve, charities are exploring different ways to create meaningful impact on the communities they serve. From chatbots that can provide information and specialist support to vulnerable groups, through to mobile apps that capture real-time data helping staff to respond to urgent situations, technology can empower charities to drive positive change. In this session, we will run through a roadmap for developing end-user solutions using technology, including AI, and hear from charities that have developed tech-based solutions to deliver objectives and support beneficiaries.
Where and when?
Zoom webinar on Thursday 28 January 2027 at 12pm-1pm
Speakers
Laura Hobbs (Senior Associate) and Livia Velicu (Senior Associate)
Fundraising and AI: responsible management of AI tools to reduce risk and increase impact – 25 February 2027
AI-powered tools are changing the fundraising landscape. From assisting with copywriting for fundraising appeals to helping segment databases and support with wealth screening, charities are already integrating AI products and tools to enhance and support day-to-day fundraising operations. While the legal requirements and landscape surrounding AI is developing, responsible management and adoption of AI tools is critical. In this session, we will explore how to use AI responsibly when carrying out fundraising and marketing, including key takeaways from the Fundraising Regulator’s guidance on using artificial intelligence in fundraising, using AI and working with third-party fundraisers, and managing donor perception of AI use.
Where and when?
Zoom webinar on Thursday 25 February 2027 at 12pm-1pm
Speakers
Rayhaan Vankalwala (Head of Data & Privacy), Rachel McCastman (Senior Associate) and Sara Moon (Solicitor)
Social investing in technology businesses: legal insights and case studies – 16 March 2027
Have you considered social investing as a way to increase your charity’s impact? In this session, we’ll explore the legal and practical considerations of social investing, with a particular focus on investing in technology businesses to support the development of innovations and services that benefit charities and their beneficiaries. We will provide a practical introduction to the legal and tax framework, alongside real-world insights from charities that have already undertaken social investments. This webinar is designed for trustees and senior leaders who are in the first stages of exploring social investment.
Where and when?
Zoom webinar on Tuesday 16 March 2027 at 12pm-1pm
Speakers
Oliver Hunt (Partner) and Leela Fair (Senior Associate)