OUR TRUSTEES
Meet our trustees who provide advice, governance and support to ensure that the charity is legally compliant and ran effectively.
Christine - Interim Chair of Trustees
Before I retired, I had spent the whole of my professional life teaching in a secondary school, where I was responsible for the academic progress and pastoral care of the pupils. It was often both challenging, but hugely rewarding. However that experience had shown me how important it was to provide support and to create a safe space for young people to be heard, thus enabling each individual to achieve their potential and follow their dreams.
Becoming a Trustee at the Swan Women’s Centre gave me an opportunity to continue to be involved in supporting the mental health and wellbeing of women and young girls in our local community.
In these troubled times, it is so important that we show a commitment to ensuring that every woman has the chance to thrive without fear or judgement, so to be able to make a difference, empower and change the life of just one person for the better is truly humbling.
Laura - Trustee
I have been a veterinary surgeon and leader for almost 15 years, with the majority of her work supporting animal welfare charities. I spent 11 years living in Liverpool and saw the vital work mental health support groups provide in communities here. I am delighted and privileged to support the Swan Women's Centre with my background in veterinary and business.
Sarah - Trustee
I have volunteered at various charities throughout my life, taking on roles such as serving meals, answering phones, creating social media profiles, writing for disability publications, fundraising, and public relations.
While volunteering with Healthwatch Sefton as the Bootle locality representative, I learned about The Swan Women's Centre and their impactful work. When asked to become a trustee at The Swan Women's Centre, I eagerly accepted because I believe in the importance of women's mental health and well-being. I am committed to my trustee role and aim to leverage my extensive volunteer experience to help Swan continue developing its services and supporting the community.
Our other Trustees are: Rebecca, Ruth, Michelle, Emma, Abi and Christine, more from them in the future!
