NAVCA members can access a wide range of events and networks, which provide the opportunity to connect with other people working in local infrastructure organisations across England, and with stakeholders working in relevant national and local partner organisations.
Below are some of our regular member networks and events, focused around what NAVCA members do. We also run a programme of topical events and themed workshops throughout the year.
To view our full calendar of events, log in to the member hub here.
Every year, we host a conference to bring our members together to network, share knowledge, learn from others, and leave feeling equipped and inspired to take action.
Watch the video below to hear from members, NAVCA staff and partners about the importance of collective voice, and the value of networking at our conference.
Tickets for the NAVCA Annual Conference 2026 (Thursday 14th May, Birmingham) are now on sale. Check out the programme and get your tickets here.
Who: All NAVCA members, key stakeholders, project partners and sponsors.
We offer affordable, bespoke training sessions and workshops for NAVCA members, tailored exclusively to local infrastructure organisations. Recent topics include diversifying your trustee board, volunteering and DBS checks, and developing your brand. Check out the Member Hub for all our upcoming sessions.
Who: All NAVCA members.
A peer network for members working directly on responses to the climate crisis and other environmental issues. As well as sharing success from across the membership, this group feeds into wider national strategy and policy.
Who: NAVCA members who want to take climate action, such as community development workers and project workers.
In recognition of the unique challenges of being a local infrastructure CEO, we facilitate a space to for those new to the role to connect and explore challenges and solutions. We bring together a new cohort of CEOs every 6 months, meeting every other month (3 sessions). This network also offers an opportunity to build an ongoing CEO support network, share knowledge and reduce the feelings of isolation the role can bring!
Who: New CEOs of NAVCA member organisations.
A peer support network for staff responsible for volunteering in NAVCA member organisations to share learning and good practice. We explore themes around the Vision for Volunteering, think strategically about volunteering, and feed into policy and influencing.
Who: NAVCA member volunteering leads, volunteer managers and similar roles.
The Barking Owl is the network for all NAVCA members who work in a communications-related role. It is a friendly space to ask questions, share ideas and solve communications problems together. We also run communications workshops throughout the year – on topics including branding, filmmaking, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), and more.
Who: Any NAVCA member that has comms as part of their role!
