# Why Coram has absorbed four charities in a year

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Podcast: [Third Sector](https://stenobird.com/podcast/third-sector-181065)
Published: 2026-04-20T05:10:00+00:00
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## Resource

Lucinda Rouse and Emily Harle discuss snippets from a recent interview Emily conducted with Carol Homden, chief executive of the children’s charity Coram. Carol explains the rationale behind the Coram Group’s recent amalgamation with four charities while avoiding duplication and competing processes. She shares her views on the merits of chief executives holding senior board positions to gain an appreciation of governance responsibilities. Tell us what you think of the Third Sector Podcast! Please take five minutes to let us know how we can bring you the most relevant, useful content. To fill in the survey, click here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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