In line with The CAST constitution we are now inviting nominations for election to the board.

Every paid-up member of CAST is eligible to stand for election to the board and we would like to encourage all members to consider standing. If you would like to have a no-obligation chat with an existing board member before you decide, please send a contact number to secretary@castrust.org and we will get back to you.

Here are some frequently asked questions:

Q: What qualities, skills or qualifications do I need to be a board member?

A:  Of course we welcome people with particular skills and experience. However, by far the most important thing is that you love Charlton Athletic and you are prepared to put a bit of thought, time and energy into ensuring that the voice of supporters is heard within the club. You will need to be able to co-operate with others towards finding consensus and to be able to abide by board decisions. You will need at times to be prepared to represent the views of Charlton supporters rather than promote your own personal opinion.

We have access to board member training from the Football Supporters Association.

Q: How much time is needed?

A:  On average about two hours a week. If you feel that you have an hour or two a week you could spare, then that would be fine. It probably isn't for you if you already feel stretched by all your current commitments as sometimes it can require more time, without much notice, to fulfil your obligations.

Q: What does it involve?

A: It involves joining with other board members to promote or support initiatives, organise events or to form opinions and responses; maybe attending meetings to represent CAST; perhaps some writing for our website; sometimes being on our stall before home games to publicise CAST and welcome new members. We hold monthly board meetings (via Zoom) and we communicate regularly by email and WhatsApp.

Q: Do I have to follow a particular line?

A: No. CAST is for all Charlton supporters and we welcome a variety of opinions. Along with the club we are committed to the principle of diversity and the drive to increase the diversity of the club's support. We survey our membership regularly so that we stay aware of what our members are thinking. We do sometimes need to treat information as confidential and all board members commit to a conduct policy.

Q: What is CAST's relationship with the football club?

A:  It is probably better and more constructive at present than it has ever been. The new Football Governance Act puts fan engagement much higher on the agenda for clubs and the CAST board works constructively with the club via its own meetings and liaison plus through representation on the Advisory Board. CAST is supporting the club on the strategy and implementation of its Fan Engagement Plan. CAST is independent of the club and sometimes needs to bring contentious issues to the club on behalf of its members and the wider fanbase.

Q: What is the process for joining the board?

A:  If you are interested you would first need to complete a nomination form and be supported by two existing CAST members. If we receive more nominations than there are places on the board there will be a competitive ballot of members. The outcome will be announced at the AGM in November.

Those wishing to stand for election must:

• Be a fully paid up member of CAS Trust
• Provide the names of two members to support their nomination
• Write a short statement (100-500 words) to support their nomination.

The statement might include details of your background and why the role interests you; the personal qualities and experience that you could bring to the board; any specific skills you think would be useful; evidence of previous teamwork or committee experience (although this is not essential).

If you are interested in joining the board, please email secretary@castrust.org and we will send you a nomination form.

Nominations must be received by 24th October 2025.