VODG Annual Conference 2025

The VODG Annual Conference 2026 is a premier event organized by the Voluntary Organisations Disability Group (VODG), a national charity representing leading not-for-profit organizations that provide services to disabled people, promoting independence, choice, and control. Scheduled for June 3, 2026, at the Eastside Rooms in Birmingham, this flagship event offers chief executives, trustees, and senior directors a valuable opportunity to meet face-to-face, deepen understanding of shared interests, and collaboratively explore ways to positively influence the environment in which VODG members operate.

The conference will cover a range of key topics pertinent to the sector. The opening plenary, titled "Leading with Purpose | Elevating Disability Representation," will feature expert speakers discussing strategies for cultivating diverse leadership teams and the business case for inclusive leadership. Breakout sessions include "Navigating Risk, Ensuring Quality, and Assessing Financial Viability," focusing on balancing mission with financial stability and operational integrity, and "Managing Rising Costs in Care | Strategies for Sustainable Procurement," addressing challenges posed by increased operating costs for care providers. The closing plenary will feature Dame Sharon White, who will provide unique perspectives on leadership at scale and connecting commerciality with purpose.

Attendees can look forward to networking opportunities with senior decision-makers, an exhibition area showcasing industry-focused products and services, and engaging discussions with prominent speakers and sponsors. The venue, Eastside Rooms, is Birmingham’s newest conference center, combining innovation with the city's industrial heritage, and is conveniently located next to the Aloft Birmingham Eastside hotel, offering accommodations for attendees.

This conference is ideal for chief executives, trustees, and senior directors of not-for-profit organizations committed to empowering and supporting disabled people. It provides a platform to engage with peers, explore new ideas, and collaborate on strategies to drive impactful advancements within the sector.