Colin, Treasurer and trustee

Although I retired from full-time employment in 2015, I viewed this as a career-change rather than the end of my working life, and have never regretted that decision.  I have worked with young people off and on for over 60 years, and felt inclined to continue in that direction, but perhaps in a more “backroom” role.  About that time, Richard Peters wanted to off-load his involvement with the Youth Centre as Treasurer and recover the time one of his staff was spending on the day-to-day financial controls of ESYC.  I remember he said “It’s about 3 hours per month”.  I didn’t believe that and have become far more involved to the point that I work on average about 3 days per month for ESYC.  I’m not complaining – I love it and it’s keeping me young.

Kathryn, Secretary

I joined the Eastside Trustees in July 2023 and I am the Trustee Secretary. I have been involved in leading youth clubs and mentoring young people for many years, and I’m now working to help support other youth workers in their area to engage with and support youth. I have worked in Eastside and run youth groups out of the centre, I absolutely loved what it offers the community and its amazing potential for the youth in our area so became involved as a trustee.
I am also married with two children and enjoy film nights and baking.