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Recent events have prompted questions about whether non-profits are facing increased cyber threats. While there is no evidence that the sector is being specifically targeted, all organisations face constant attacks from opportunistic cyber criminals. Learn why strong security fundamentals remain essential for protecting your charity.
Recent events across the women's support sector have highlighted a strong focus on innovation, inclusion and amplifying women's voices. Organisations continue to adapt and drive meaningful change for women and girls.
GLP-1 medicines are transforming the obesity landscape, helping to reinforce that obesity is a chronic medical condition rather than a question of willpower. However, charities are increasingly focused on addressing the challenges of affordability, access, and health inequalities.
Health inequalities remain one of the biggest challenges facing communities across the UK, with factors such as income, housing, employment and access to healthcare shaping people's health outcomes. Advice and advocacy charities play a vital role in addressing the wider causes of poor health.
The charity sector is undergoing significant change as organisations adapt to financial pressures, embrace AI, and navigate an increasingly complex funding landscape. Discover the key trends shaping charities in 2026 and what they mean for the future of the sector.
New opportunities and growing challenges are shaping the older people and community charity sector. From renewable energy funding to concerns around employment support and rising financial insecurity among people in their 60s.
Holiday stress can affect us before, during, and after. From pre-holiday workloads and travel worries to post-holiday blues, it’s important to prioritise self-care and maintain realistic expectations.
The Milburn Report 2026 highlights a growing youth disengagement crisis in the UK, with nearly one million young people not in education, employment or training. The report calls for urgent reforms to improve access to education, employment, apprenticeships and mental health support.
Lamplight helped long-term customer PACT secure £9,948 from Nominet's Members' GiveHub to create trauma-informed digital resources for adopted young people.

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