We are delighted to have Don Farmer join our team to support our recently launched Resilience Programme.
The programme launched in 2024, with thanks to funding from the RWE Foundation. Don will be leading the year-long initiative and helping build resilience, confidence and social skills through monthly activity days, takeaway challenges and an overnight expedition with children in Year 8.
The programme sees young people in Bridgwater, Yeovil, Chard, and Stoke-sub-Hamdon in Somerset taking part in a variety of challenges such as climbing, canoeing, coasteering, shelter building, fire lighting, outdoor cooking, first aid and animal welfare, along with team challenges, games and plenty of fun, making it the perfect opportunity to help students flourish.
Don has spent his career in the youth education sector, so it is no surprise that he is such a passionate advocate for us. He has previously worked in student inclusion, pastoral support and learning coordination, making him well-equipped to understand the lives and challenges of the young people supported by our programme.
“We are delighted to welcome Don to the team. With his rich background in education and his experience working closely with young people, Don brings a unique perspective that will be invaluable in shaping the future of the programme.
“His proven ability to create meaningful opportunities and support structures for vulnerable young people will play a key role in driving the success of our resilience initiative. We are confident that Don will be an integral part of the programme’s continued growth and success, and we look forward to seeing the lasting impact of his skills on the young people we support.” – Tessa Woodrow, Director of Programmes and Development
“I’m really excited to join the team and get stuck into the Resilience Programme. Supporting young people to build their confidence, develop new skills and ultimately gain greater independence is something I’m truly passionate about. There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing a young person realise their own potential, and I’m looking forward to being part of a programme that creates real, lasting opportunities for them to grow and thrive.” – Don Farmer