Simon Lerwill meets the organisation’s CEO Louise Bennett to talk about the work of development professionals when it comes to compliance and legislation.
They discuss the changing landscape in legislation and the critical nature of the , GDPR, consent and due diligence on major donations.
Louise points out the importance of governors and trustees being fully versed in the latest legislation as well as the fundraisers themselves.
She also underlines how knowing and complying with the law is an important part of fundraisers’ duty of care to their donors and their community.
She stresses the importance of careful compliance for building trust in giving and she also tells us an important tip for fundraisers who are starting out in their careers.
An important listen, especially for those new to development roles.