HM Chartered Accountants, in partnership with the Fraud Advisory Panel, are hosting Protecting Every Pound, a practical event focused on fraud prevention, governance and cyber risk within the charity sector.
Taking place at The MAC Belfast on Friday 16th October 2026, the event will bring together expertise from HM Chartered Accountants, the PSNI Cyber Crime Team and charity sector professionals to examine the risks facing charities and the practical steps trustees and leaders can take to strengthen their organisations.
See the programme below for an overview of what we will be covering on the day.
Barry O'Donnell, HM Chartered Accountants
An interactive forensic investigation that puts attendees in the trustee's seat. Make the decisions, follow the warning signs and discover how seemingly reasonable choices can lead to serious fraud and governance failure.
Angela Craigan and Jane Fyffe, HM Chartered Accountants
A practical session examining the questions trustees should be asking, the warning signs they shouldn't ignore and the governance practices that can help protect their organisation.
PSNI Cyber Crime Team
A hands-on cyber challenge where teams will work against the clock to identify threats, spot scams and experience some of the techniques criminals use to target organisations.
Catherine Gleeson, Head of Internal Audit & Investigations, Concern Worldwide
Daniela Rea, Internal Audit Manager, Concern Worldwide
Drawing on their experience within the charity sector, Catherine and Daniela will share practical lessons learnt from internal audit and investigations, highlighting key risks, common warning signs and insights that trustees and charity leaders can take back to their own organisations.
The event will conclude with The Trustee Takeaway – essential questions and practical actions to take back to your next board meeting.
Friday 16 October 2026 | 9.00am – 12.30pm | The MAC Belfast
Places are limited. Register now to secure your place.
Reserve Your Seat – Protecting Every Pound – The MAC Belfast
If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact Victoria Jackson, HM Chartered Accountants at victoria@hm-accountants.com.
