Statement of Intent for Board Members and Volunteer Training & Development
Preston City Mela Community Interest Company 11620054
Statement of Intent for Board Members and Volunteer Training & Development
Endorsed 27th Feb 2026
Review Date February 2030
Mela Board – Suraya Bashir to be the responsible lead
for this policy
Mela Board Member –Jay Acharya to be the responsible lead for this policy
Statements of Intent:
“Preston City Mela CIC supports lifelong learning, enabling Board Members and Volunteers to enhance their skills for innovation, performance, and meeting our strategic goals.”
Vision & Purpose
Professional development is a way of valuing Board Members and Volunteers is vital for delivering efficient, high-quality service. Maintaining and growing individual roles supports effective service delivery.
Methods of Development:
The organisation’s training and professional development shall:
Align with the Mela function’s strategic direction.
Enhance the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of Mela services.
Inform Board Members and Volunteers about available professional development funds and access.
Require Board Members and Volunteers to share knowledge gained from professional development activities with colleagues.
The policy lead will identify and communicate any training and development opportunities that arise, and will coordinate necessary support subject to the availability of funds and resources.