VODG Policy and Public Affairs Professional Network Meeting | December 2026

Join us for a policy update, small group discussions on key topics, and resource sharing.

Join colleagues from across the VODG membership for the latest meeting of our Policy and Public Affairs Network.

This session will provide an opportunity to hear the latest policy updates impacting the social care sector, explore current political developments, and share intelligence and learning with peers. The agenda includes a VODG policy update, a discussion on securing a backbench debate and how this parliamentary mechanism can be used to raise the profile of key issues, and a briefing on the implications of the Autumn Budget for social care providers and the people they support.

The meeting will also provide dedicated time for members to share current priorities, campaigns and challenges, helping to identify opportunities for collective action and influence across the sector. We will conclude by discussing future topics and areas of focus for the network.

This meeting is designed for policy, public affairs and influencing professionals within VODG member organisations who want to stay informed, connected and engaged with the issues shaping the future of social care.

Speakers

Mia Terra St. Hill

Mia Terra St. Hill

Political Consultant, Dods Political Intelligence

Zack Davies

Zack Davies

Policy and Public Affairs Manager, VODG

Draft Programme

14.00

Welcome

Sarah Woodhouse, Director of Policy and Influencing, VODG

14.05

Introductions

VODG Co-chairs

14.10

VODG Policy Update

Sarah Woodhouse, Director of Policy and Influencing, VODG

14.25

TBC

TBC

14.55

Securing a backbench debate

Zack Davies, Policy and Public Affairs Manager, VODG

15.10

Policy Briefing following the Autumn Budget

Mia Terra St. Hill, Political Consultant, Dods Political Intelligence

15.40

Member activity

Sarah Woodhouse, Director of Policy and Influencing, VODG

15.50

Future Topics

VODG Co-chairs

16.00

End

 

Accessibility  

Please note, should you have any accessibility requirements, we will do our best to make necessary arrangements to support you; however, we may require up to four weeks notice, so please list your requirements on the booking form. Closed captions are used as standard in online meetings. If you have any concerns, please email [email protected].

 

VODG Policy and Public Affairs Network Co-chairs

Anna Collishaw-Nikodemus

Anna Collishaw-Nikodemus

Head of Policy Voice and Influencing, Kids

Davina Jones

Davina Jones

Head of Policy Influencing and Social Change, Brainkind

Donna O'Brien

Donna O'Brien

Public Affairs and Research Manager, SeeAbility