We are delighted to be teaming up with our colleagues at  Young Arts Fundraisers to bring you our next event, where we will be presenting a debate on ethics, activism and fundraising.

Arts organisations have always been under scrutiny when it comes to their partnerships, donors' relationships, and external relations. The recent rise in global activism has contributed to heightened expectations, with public opinion asking for arts organisations to show exemplary ethical leadership. Through this discussion, we'll be asking the question on everyone's minds - are the arts responsible for social change?

Fundraising is at the centre of this question, and increasingly, organisations are implementing, strengthening, and reviewing ethics committees and gift policies. We'll not only debate what ethical fundraising policies might be, but how these are achievable, financially sustainable and, ultimately, do they matter?

The evening will start off with a discussion on best practice in fundraising, before widening the debate to explore activism and ethics in arts organisations, led by our seasoned speakers:

• Emily Collins-Ellis, Senior Advisor at I.G. Advisors
• Ian MacQuillin, Director at Rogare â€“ The Fundraising Think Tank
• One additional speaker to be confirmed

Doors open at 6:30pm and the event will run from 7-8.30pm.