Director and Founder
Natela is the force behind the charity . She has a Masters in Psychology from Dnipro National University and has worked since 2015 in private practice in the Ukraine treating clients with trauma. Her husband was worried for her when the war began and wanted her to travel to the UK. She has been here since May and has worked as a volunteer in the NHS. The idea of the Charity was hers and she has worked hard to get this up and running as she knows so many people are suffering.
Trustee
Lindy worked in mental health research in Manchester in the NHS. She has now retired but always looks to help others. With her husband Harry they registered with the Homes for Ukraine scheme and found Natela who joined them under the scheme in May 2022. Since this time they have worked to find ways to help less fortunate Ukrainians who have been severely traumatised by the War.
Trustee
Nicola has travelled the world with work and has always had an interest in social injustice. She joined the charity as a Trustee and has recently agreed to be Treasurer which is one of her key skills having worked as a management accountant in the NHS and currently works for a company looking after customers who need advice on their accounting software.
Trustee
Toni is a graphic designer and lives near Oxford. She has joined us, as she like the other Trustees, is very concerned for anyone who is suffering from trauma as a result of injustice of others. She has been exceptionally helpful in assisting and designing the charity logo, identity and website.
Trustee
Emma is our wonder woman. She's joined us as she feels very strongly about mental health and has firsthand knowledge of trauma and its impact on families. She is a single foster parent having looked after many children over the last five years. she provides a safe space for children to grow and learn. She brings to the charity her knowledge of safeguarding and her passion for fair treatment and the development of young people.
Trustee
Andy joined the team as he is passionate about Human Rights and ensuring that all people have opportunities to live a safe and fulfilled life. He has campaigned for workers' rights and animal rights since his teens. He is the most considerate person, and we are grateful he has agreed to join us and volunteer his valuable time.