Networking Events

Upcoming Networking & Policy Events

CO3 New to Post Chief Executive's Forum

CO3 New to Post Chief Executive’s Forum Are you a recently appointed Chief Executive? You may be new to the organisation or in your first Chief Executive role. The CO3 NEW TO POST CHIEF EXECUTIVES’ FORUM supported by Quilter is the ideal way to develop a peer network, share best practice, learn from experts and...

Finance for Good: Launch of the CO3 Better Banking Forum

Finance for Good: Launch of the CO3 Better Banking Forum Join us at Finance for Good an insightful event where we will be launching the CO3 Better Banking Forum in partnership with the Bank of Ireland UK. This interactive morning promises to be a hands-on, solution-focused gathering for those managing the complex financial needs of...

CO3 Knowledge Round Table with John O'Dowd MLA. Minister for Finance

A Knowledge Roundtable Event designed to facilitate an open communication between John O’Dowd MLA – Minister for Finance – and CO3 members. This is a rare opportunity to engage in an intimate and insightful discussion and gain valuable knowledge and perspectives to inform your work. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to network with...

C03 Health Special Interest Group

Strengthening VCSE Connections in Integrated Care The Health Special Interest Group and VCSE representatives from all five Area Integrated Partnership Boards (AIPBs) in Northern Ireland invite you to a collaborative session focused on connection, shared learning, and shaping the future of health and social care. During the session, you’ll: This is a chance to connect...

CO3 Knowledge Round Table with Liz Kimmins Minister for Infrastructure

A Knowledge Roundtable Event designed to facilitate an open communication between Liz Kimmins – Minister for Infrastructure – and CO3 members. This is a rare opportunity to engage in an intimate and insightful discussion and gain valuable knowledge and perspectives to inform your work. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to network with fellow...

In Camera Knowledge Round Table session with DAERA (Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs)

In Camera Knowledge Roundtable Event designed to facilitate an open communication between a Senior Decision-Maker of DAERA and CO3 members. As a CEO, Trustee, or senior leader in Northern Ireland’s third sector, you don’t need reminding that the landscape is shifting and fast. You’ve felt it already: uncertainty around policy, tight funding cycles, and the...

Maximising and Demonstrating Impact

Maximising and Demonstrating Impact For Leaders Who Need to Demonstrate What’s Working—and Why It Matters 2-hour lunchtime session facilitated by Melanie Stone, The Centre for Effective Services You know your work makes a difference—but can you clearly show how and why? Imagine this…✔️ You’ve secured new funding—and now need to show evidence and results✔️ Your...

CO3 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2025

Formal Notice of AGM – THIS YEAR WE ARE SEEKING NOMINATIONS TO CO3 BOARD CO3’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place on Wednesday 22nd October 2025, from 3.00pm to 5.00pm. The meeting will be held in person at Carson McDowell, (4 Murray Street, Belfast BT1 6DN) This year’s AGM will include a presentation and discussion on a critical...

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Who we are

We are a leading coalition of health, social care and community wellbeing charities and social enterprises with expertise in the care and support of people living with a wide spectrum of conditions, diseases and disabilities.

Our member organisations work across the broad remit of health and social care connecting us with the experiences of people and communities in every part of Northern Ireland. 

The CO3 Health SIG is supported by the Long Term Conditions Alliance Northern Ireland.

What we do

Champion the third sector as a vital strategic and delivery partner
Increase skills, capacity and visibility of the sector through a collaborative model that creates a space for information sharing, training, development and support
Improving the sustainability of the health and social care third sector through a co-ordinated engagement, advocating and lobbying role across government