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Asylum Welcome is an extraordinary local charity, offering a range of support to asylum seekers, refugees and vulnerable migrants seeking refuge in and around Oxford. We provide everything from advice, visits, legal support, education, assistance finding employment and even helping secure free bus passes.
We currently have a strong and capable Board with a wide-ranging skill set and we are seeking a Chairperson who can provide strong leadership and a collaborative approach.
As an organisation we are committed to reflecting our diverse and vibrant Oxfordshire community to help strengthen our governance and our approach. We are seeking a new Chair with a range of skills and experience. In particular, we are looking for people who can demonstrate :
· Experience of leadership
· Commitment to the aims and values of Asylum Welcome
· Tact and diplomacy
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
· Good facilitation skills
· Impartiality, fairness and discretion
· Empathy with the challenges of running a highly diverse. largely volunteer-based organisation in a subject area which is both topical and challenging.
As Chair you will play a key role in enabling us to continue supporting refugees and asylum seekers, primarily in the Oxfordshire area, empowering them to rebuild their lives here in safety. This role offers a valuable opportunity to use your professional skills and experience to make a meaningful difference to individuals who have been forced to flee their homes and livelihoods.
We welcome expressions of interest from people of all ages and backgrounds, and a job share arrangement would be considered. The role is currently shared by two Trustees as Co-Chairs who are retiring as Trustees after many years of service.
The Chair position is not paid but travel expenses may be claimed for attending meetings.
The Board meets (via Teams and in-person) 6 - 8 times a year, currently early evening on a Thursday. Dates are agreed a year in advance.
This is an exciting time to join the Trustee Board at Asylum Welcome and a fantastic opportunity to influence the growth and future of a dynamic charity.
For more information see the full role description.
Registered Charity
21 - 50
We support asylum seekers, refugees and vulnerable migrants to settle and thrive in the U.K.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Chair – The Lysene Cultural Foundation
Approx. 4–8 hours per month • Flexible • Founding Leadership Role • REMOTE
Ladies and Gentlemen, lovers of classical beauty,
We are embarking on an extraordinary journey with the creation of The Lysene Cultural Foundation, a new charitable organisation dedicated to advancing public understanding of Renaissance, Beaux‑Arts, and classical artistic traditions. As we prepare for our formal launch, we are seeking a founding Chair to join us and guide this vision into reality.
The Foundation exists because we believe that beauty is a public good—a force that enriches lives, strengthens communities, and connects us to our shared cultural heritage. Inspired by the artistic world of the Principality of Lys, a micronation devoted to classical aesthetics, ornament, and craftsmanship, the Foundation brings this cultural vision to the public through accessible programmes, exhibitions, and educational initiatives.
In an age of rapid change, classical beauty offers continuity and elevation. Our mission is simple yet profound: to make classical beauty accessible to all.
About the Role
We are seeking a volunteer Chair who will:
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Lead on the setup, governance, and early strategic direction of the Foundation.
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Guide us through the launch phase, helping shape our public identity and cultural programmes.
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Work collaboratively with trustees, advisors, and creative partners.
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Dedicate approximately 4–8 hours per month, with full flexibility around schedule and involvement.
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Bring passion, leadership, and a commitment to cultural heritage and artistic excellence.
This is a rare opportunity to help build a new cultural institution from the ground up, one that seeks to preserve the elegance of the past, celebrate the creativity of the present, and inspire the artists of the future.
Our Vision
The Lysene Cultural Foundation will open the doors of Lys to the world, not as a political entity, but as a cultural vision rooted in harmony, ornament, and human creativity. Through exhibitions, research, educational programmes, and artistic support, we aim to create a living legacy of art, architecture, and craftsmanship.
An Invitation
If you share our belief in the enduring power of beauty and wish to play a defining role in shaping a new charitable foundation, we would be honoured to speak with you.
Together, we can ensure that the timeless ideals of classical art continue to flourish in the modern age.
Non Charity Employer
1 - 5
Offering accessible educational programmes, exhibitions, publications, & artistic opportunities that increase public understanding of Renaissance arts
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.