A GROUP that supports young people in the borough has announced its new appointment.
Sarah Atkinson takes on the role of chair of trustees at Berkshire Youth with immediate effect.
Roger Smee, MBE, president of Berkshire Youth says: “Sarah brings a wealth of experience to the charity after more than twenty years in industry and non-executive board roles.
“Her appointment comes at a critical point in the charity’s history.
“Raising the visibility of Berkshire Youth and fundraising have never been more important to secure the long term support for young people that they deserve.”
Sarah is currently global director of environmental, social and governance at Micro Focus.
She is also board director at the Berkshire Local Enterprise Partnership, a member of the Skills Advisory Panel, and lead for diversity and inclusion for Berkshire.
She has served at techUK and worked with government and non-government organisations on a variety of initiatives to inspire young people about the world of work.
Sarah says: “I look forward to building upon all the great work that our president and trustee Roger Smee, MBE, the board of trustees and the team led by CEO Sarah
Emery, have done.
“I am passionate about inclusion and ensuring all young people get the opportunities and the support they need to successfully navigate adolescence, when many are facing mental health issues, especially post Covid.”
Berkshire Youth Chief Executive, Sarah Emery, says: “We are thrilled that Sarah has agreed to become our new Chair of Trustees.
“This is a very exciting time for Berkshire Youth and I am in no doubt that Sarah’s expertise will help us to continue to develop our organisation over the next few years.”
Berkshire Youth helps young people to reach their full potential and make a positive contribution to their communities.
It supports clubs and groups, providing safe environments in which young people can explore new ideas, activities and opportunities.
To find out more, visit: www.berkshireyouth.co.uk
