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| Our Team |
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| Who we are |
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Sophie Meeson
Sophie founded The Clabile Trust in 2002 when she was working as a volunteer teacher in South Africa. With a background in Events Management and Public Speaking, Sophie makes presentations about our work at schools and organisations and is our specialist in organising our fundraising events.
Sophie says “Every time I receive letters from the children at Refihlile School, I remember why I do this and the huge difference it is making to the children’s lives”
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Mark Glew
Mark was born in South Africa so it has a very special place in his heart. As soon as he heard that long-time friend, Sophie, had set up The Clabile Trust, he was keen to use his expertise as a chartered accountant to help grow the charity. He has been integral in officially registering us with the Charity’s Commission and managing the finances.
Mark says, “It is a pleasure to help the children of South Africa and by providing them with the opportunity to develop their education and acquire useful skills. It is great to hear how the children have progressed and see how support for the charity is constantly growing.”
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Rachel Sharp
Rachel joined the team after hearing about the amazing difference The Clabile Trust was making to children's lives around the world. She brings experience from working in both national and international charities.
Rachel says, "I immediately felt a connection to the Trust and jumped at the chance to become a trustee. Having grown up moving around a lot myself, I saw first hand how difficult life can be for a child with no chance for an education. I am now proud to be part of a charity that really helps children when they need it the most".
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Katie Forshaw
Katie says, "I had been aware of the charity for some time and have attended many of the findraising events over the years. So when Sophie asked if I would like to get involved I jumped at the chance. I have worked in events for the last ten years so I feel I can make a real contribution, helping to put on fundraising activities, along with general day to day running of the chairty. I feel very proud to be part of the charity and already I am seeing the impact and benefit it is having on children's lives".
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Jodie Whittaker
It was during the filming of the South African film "White Wedding" that Jodie had an experience of Africa that stuck in her heart.
Jodie says, "When I arrived in South Africa I fell in love with this beautiful country but was also exposed to the great poverty and struggle of its people who have very basic living conditions and little or no access to education. Having found out about The Clabile Trust, it felt important to get involved. I see how hard they work fundraising and am reassured by the fact that, as a team of volunteers, they have minimal overheads - the donations are getting ot the people who need them. The Clabile Trust is a passion project for the small group of people who keep it running and they are making such a huge difference to the lives of the children they support. I have found just what I was looking for in a charity and am proud to be its patron". |
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