The core of our mission is to reduce the number of children entering the care system and to lessen the impact on those already within it or who have previously experienced it. We offer swift, culturally relevant, and trauma-informed support to families and children exposed to trauma.
Emerging from Cambridge University’s Social Ventures, Lasting Support Foundation evolved from Lasting Support Services, which continues to serve as our trading arm.
With a solid track record of achievements, we provide evidence-based, trauma-informed therapeutic support to the most vulnerable.
Chair & Wellbeing Trustee
A seasoned communications and committees manager at the Association of British Neurologists, Fardousa brings strategic problem-solving skills and expertise in HR conflict resolution. With a background in health and wellness, she is a compassionate mentor committed to professional and personal development.
Honouree Trustee
A renowned writer and activist in the UK state care sector, has made a significant impact on the field. His two books, which detail significant failings in the care system, are a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the system’s challenges. As the founder of The Care Leavers Project, Chris is dedicated to dismantling the barriers that hinder young people leaving care from achieving success. His extensive work has earned him a place on numerous media channels such as the BBC, Channel 4, and ITV.
Strategic Lead Trustee
Serving as a personal business advisor at the Cambridge Social Venture Incubator, Leonore is an occupational psychologist specialising in providing evidence-based performance solutions. With extensive coaching and mentoring experience, she empowers entrepreneurs, students, and professionals, particularly those living with neurodiversity or long-term health conditions.
Legal Trustee
As the Director of the Parents Action and Resource Centre, Ade is a visionary leader dedicated to addressing inequalities in the education system. As a barrister and immigration solicitor, as well as a teacher of African history and a community organiser, he embodies all our core values.
Safeguarding Trustee
Nimco’s resilience in overcoming barriers, including her journey with a physical disability due to polio and nerve damage, has shaped her into an exceptional social worker, mother, and advocate for social change. Her dedication to social mobility and expertise in governance, policy, and campaigning make her a valuable asset to our board.
Grace Quansah is the founder of WAPPY, and has been dedicated towards the betterment of young people and adult thinkers. Through her charity individuals encouraged to use their written, visual and audio narratives to strike change at a global level.
Hamza Egal, a key team member at Lasting Support Services since 2023, focuses on youth development, sustainability, and economic empowerment. He shapes safeguarding policies, addresses childhood trauma, and advises on impactful youth and community policies.
Dr Emma Howarth is an associate professor in child and family mental health in the School of Psychology, University of Sussex. Her research is two-fold, focusing on the response to children who experience domestic violence and abuse and on improving the quality of data available.
Sema Gornall is an award winning social entrepreneur, writer, artist, human rights activist and the CEO/Founder of the Vavengers.
Danny Rodeck, a London-based songwriter, vocal coach, and producer, has a clear focus in his work-children’s self-expression and emotional healing. With over 15 years of experience in the music industry and a background in neuropsychology, specialising in behaviour and the performing arts, Danny is uniquely positioned to deliver trauma-informed music therapy sessions for children.
His approach has helped numerous children discover their voices, fostering self-expression, emotional healing, and a renewed sense of confidence. This focus on the child’s journey reassures parents, educators, and professionals about Danny’s commitment to his work.
Vean Ima is a writer, poet and singer/songwriter from London known for her widely shared socially conscious poetry and music that has been used to amplify multiple causes in the fight towards social justice and collective liberation. Vean’s work unapologetically centres Black womanhood, Black culture and speaking out against systemic oppression.
Vean’s words have been commissioned by organisations including charities MIND, Skye Alexandra House and Forward U.K. Women’s lifestyle brand ELVIE, The University of Herts, The London Ambulance service and PRIDE in London.
Her Essay ‘It Is Loud’ is featured in the Anthology Silent Tears, published by Spellbound Books (2024) which raised funds to purchase essential items for women and girls in Gaza.
At Lasting Support Foundation – our mission is to provide enduring assistance to disadvantaged youths and their families affected by trauma.
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