I am Volunteer Co-ordinator here at Turning Tides. I love meeting so many interesting and diverse people, both clients and volunteers. My job has a lot of variety and I love the freedom the organisation allows for creative and innovative ways to improve and enhance staff, clients and volunteers’ experiences.
I genuinely love every aspect of my job. I appreciate all the wonderful people I get to meet on a daily basis: volunteers, clients and colleagues. It is a very friendly place to work. I am proud to work alongside some incredible people and that our volunteers have been awarded the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service!
My role is not just about fundraising, it also has a big focus on educating young people about homelessness. I spend time in schools breaking down stereotypes and giving insight into the reasons and causes of homelessness, and how we can work together to support those experiencing homelessness.
Having previously been homeless myself I felt I could help others out of these circumstances and provide the smile we all need. I love everything about my job: being in the community and meeting new people, taking on challenges and going home at the end of the day knowing I have worked hard to make a difference.