ABOUT | VSL Learning

VSL Learning is a UK-based social enterprise dedicated to empowering charities and VCSE organisations through accessible, high-quality online training.

We reinvest the majority of our profits into developing courses, providing discounted or free access for smaller organisations, and supporting initiatives that strengthen the voluntary sector.

Our mission is simple: to help those who help others — ensuring that essential skills and knowledge are within reach of every organisation, regardless of size or budget.

We are partnered with a number of local VCSE infrastructure organisations to provide their networks with our training for free or at a discount and this year we sponsored the annual NAVCA conference.

We were a Small Charities Coalition approved trainer for over 2 years until their sad closure and learned so much about the unique needs and challenges that face small and medium sized charities and VCSEs.

We don't care what size your organisation is. Whether it has 2 volunteers or 200 staff, we promise that our team will treat you with exactly the same commitment and quality of support.

We understand your training needs and our flexible, personal approach is highlighted in the testimonials you will find on this site.

Simon Lister

Director & Principal Consultant

Simon is a Director & Principal Consultant at VSL Learning. With 30 years of experience in regulated industries — including over 20 years leading global training, IT compliance, and data integrity projects — he specialises in turning complex subjects into clear, practical training courses that people can apply in their everyday work.

Six years ago, Simon co-founded VSL Learning to share this expertise with the charity and VCSE sector, creating affordable, practical online training that helps organisations develop skills and meet compliance needs without unnecessary jargon.

Away from work, Simon still listens to punk music, is passionate about nature, and spends his time rewilding his garden.

Victoria Lister

Director

Victoria is a Director and co-founder at VSL Learning. She has worked in the nuclear, FMCG and pharmaceutical industries and is the organiser in the team, keeping VSL and its staff in line.

Victoria is a passionate advocate for disabled rights, having lived with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome for over 30 years. She is also studying part-time for a degree in history.

​VSL Learning is a UK-based social enterprise dedicated to empowering charities and VCSE organisations through accessible, high-quality online training.

We reinvest the majority of our profits into developing courses, providing discounted or free access for smaller organisations, and supporting initiatives that strengthen the voluntary sector.

Our mission is simple: to help those who help others — ensuring that essential skills and knowledge are within reach of every organisation, regardless of size or budget.

Simon Lister

Victoria Lister

VSL Learning is a UK-based social enterprise dedicated to empowering charities and VCSE organisations through accessible, high-quality online training.