We’ve put together the following resources to support you, organised by topic for easy reference.
If you’re having trouble finding what you need or have any suggestions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch at [email protected].
Guidance for forming an international chapter
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CIBSE PPT Template Basic Sans Font
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Planning your first event? Make use of this briefing document to keep a clear focus!
Guidance
- Eventbrite guidance - Creating an event
- Microsoft Teams guidance - Using Microsoft Teams to run an event
- Microsoft Forms Guidance - Adding Forms To Powerpoint
- CIBSE Approved CPD Guidelines - this is the guidance that Approved CPD suppliers should follow, which may be useful for committees when planning events.
Checklists - intended as a starting point, not all-inclusive!
Badges
Invitations for Trustees and CIBSE Guests
Briefing form (this must be completed and submitted to CIBSE with the invitation to your event)
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What is a CIBSE STEM Ambassador?
CIBSE STEM Ambassador presentations
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Guidance for proposing new or updates:
- Read the process for new proposals
- Fill out the Knowledge Proposal Form and submit to [email protected]
Once approved, refer to:
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- Running Effective Committee Meetings
- How to join a Special Interest Group Step-by-Step Guidance
- Who sits on a Special Interest Group Committee?
Secretary
- Agenda Template
- Minutes Template
- Using Microsoft Teams For Committee Meetings
- Running Effective Committee Meetings
Elected Members
The following role descriptions are not mandatory but have been developed to help give you a starting idea of how you can contribute to the committee. You can adapt and change the responsibilities to suit the needs of the committee and the wider Group members.
- Special Interest Group Policy & Advocacy Lead
- Special Interest Group Conference Session & Speaker Advisor
- Special Interest Group Training & Course Development Advisor
- Special Interest Group Young Engineer Advocate
- Special Interest Group Sponsorship Coordinator
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How to join the CIBSE Young Engineers Network
Adding Volunteer Position To Linkedin
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Guidance
Social media guidebook training session recording
Adding Your Volunteer Position To LinkedIn
Templates
Canva templates
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Inclusivity guidelines for CIBSE Members, Volunteers and Staff
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Utilising the Platform
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Volunteer handbook
Learn about volunteering at CIBSE, how to get involved, and the benefits and support available to you.
Check out our volunteer handbook
Expense Claims Form
We’re committed to inclusive volunteering. If your employer can’t cover your costs, you can claim back reasonable expenses directly from CIBSE.
Submit a claim
2025 Inclusivity Guidance
Practical steps to help you create welcoming, inclusive spaces - whoever you are, wherever you volunteer with CIBSE.
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