Trustee

Walk N Talk 4 Mental Health is a Hampshire-based charity that brings people together to walk, talk, and support one another’s mental health.  Our mission to normalise conversations about mental health. What started as a local initiative has grown into a wider community movement, offering walks, workshops, creative events, and outreach activities across the region and beyond.

We exist to:

• Promote open conversations around mental health
• Tackle stigma through community connection
• Provide accessible, non-clinical peer support
• Champion lived experience and neurodiversity

As we look to the future, our priorities include:

• Expanding our network of walk leaders and volunteers
• Growing our fundraising and partnership efforts
• Strengthening our governance and infrastructure
• Reaching underrepresented groups

To do this well, we need a strong, committed, and diverse Board of Trustees who are passionate about making a difference.

Trustee Role and Responsibilities

Our Trustees are the guardians of our mission. They support the strategic direction of the charity, ensure good governance, and help keep us grounded in our values.

As a Trustee, you will:

• Ensure the charity is carrying out its purpose for public benefit
• Support legal compliance with our governing documents and charity law
• Act in the charity’s best interests at all times
• Oversee financial and risk management
• Champion inclusion, transparency, and ethical practice
• Provide strategic insight, challenge, and encouragement to our team

Trustees are expected to attend quarterly Board meetings and contribute time and expertise to support the charity’s goals.

This is a voluntary role.

Skills and Qualities We’re Looking For

We are looking to grow a well-rounded, creative, and committed Board. You do not need to have previous Trustee experience to apply.

We particularly welcome applications from people with experience or interest in:

• Finance (A Treasurer role is available)
• Charity governance and leadership
• Mental health, neurodiversity, or social justice
• Fundraising, grants, or corporate partnerships
• Legal or HR
• Marketing, comms, or social media
• Community organising or lived experience

We also welcome people who bring a different perspective – whether that’s lived experience of mental health challenges, grassroots activism, or simply a big heart and a curious mind.

Commitment and Terms

We aim to keep things as flexible and accessible as possible.

We estimate the time commitment to be around 4–6 hours a month.

We offer a six-month initial trial period to ensure the role is a good fit, and Trustees are invited to serve an initial term of three years, renewable.