I have been a Trustee of the then CIOB Benevolent Fund since 2014 and now hold the position of the Chair of the CIOB Assist Board of Trustees – a position I am very proud of.Since the formation of the CIOB Benevolent Board of Trustees in 1992 - the Board of Trustees...
Blogs
Anxiety UK: Mental health support during the winter months
CIOB Assist partnered with Anxiety UK two years ago, and since then they have helped many of our members struggling with their mental health. In this blog Anxiety UK share some ways to help your mental health during the winter months.January can be a particularly...
CIOB CEO and President Roadshow
I was delighted to travel to Inverness to attend the CIOB CEO and President Roadshow on the 23 November. Hosted by the Highlands & Islands Hub who kicked off the evening with a fantastic video talking about why they became members and the challenges facing them...
Mental Health Webinars
Mental health is something that affects us all in one way or another. At the CIOB Benevolent Fund, our focus is on supporting those struggling to cope, who are facing difficulties and need help to get back on their feet. We are delighted to share with you a selection...
Introducing our new CIOB Benevolent Fund Manager
Emma McKay took on the role of CIOB Benevolent Fund Manager last month. Alongside handling applications for financial assistance, she will be available to support members who are facing hardship and require advice on issues such as housing, money and employment. Emma...
COVID-19 and its impact on Employment: Supporting those out of work
The Coronavirus pandemic has had a devastating impact on employment across the UK. The employment rate has hit its joint lowest rate since 2017, with the younger and older generations the worst affected. Some workers have been disproportionally economically impacted...