A WOKINGHAM WOMAN has been appointed as chair of trustees for a national children’s charity.
On Sunday, October 18, Teri Kearsey took on the role at Hydrocephalus charity Harry’s HAT, having worked with the charity for just a year.
Ms Kearsey said: “I am honoured to be appointed as the new chair of the board of trustees of Harry’s HAT.
“Hydrocephalus — the abnormal build-up of fluid on the brain — affects one in 1,000 babies born in the UK and Harry’s HAT is the only UK charity to focus solely on this condition.
“I am excited to be taking on the responsibility of leading the volunteer led organisation as it works hard to raise awareness and fund research to find a cure for this brain condition.”
Ms Kearsey has been working in the voluntary sector for more than five years, supporting hundreds of charities during that time.
Caroline Thwaites, founder of the charity and Harry’s Mum, said: “We are absolutely delighted that Teri has taken on this role.
“She has been a valued and active member of our board of trustees.
Teri has tremendous skills and charity experience which will be instrumental in helping us as we continue to grow.”
Ms Kearsey replaces Lucy Mu, who served as chair since the charity was founded.
Ms Thwaites added: “I would like to thank Lucy who has chaired Harry’s HAT since our inception in 2018.
“Lucy’s leadership helped bring the organisation to life and we are delighted and thankful that she is going to remain with us as a volunteer.
For more information, visit: harrys-hat.org
