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MEET THE
TEAM

Green Light Trust is made up of a fantastic group of people. Our team thrive on protecting our natural environment and supporting those who need it most.

Green Light Trust staff having lunch round a campfire.

WELCOME FROM helena, CEO

Hello, and a very warm welcome to Green Light Trust. We’re so glad you’ve found your way to us. Whether you’re looking for support, exploring ways to partner with us, or simply interested in what we do – thank you for taking the time to visit our website.

At Green Light Trust, we’re rooted in nature and here for people. Our purpose is simple: to help individuals thrive. Many of those we support have faced barriers, been overlooked, or are navigating incredibly tough times. We’re here to offer something different – to walk alongside you, not ahead. 

I’m passionate about creating safe, nurturing environments– spaces built on trust, encouragement, and opportunity, where people can grow and truly flourish.  Our expert teams—from facilitators and coordinators to those working tirelessly behind the scenes ensure that everything we do is person-centred, empowering, and rooted in the restoration of both people and the environment. We know that when nature and people grow together, the potential for change is huge.

Everyone at Green Light Trust plays a role in creating change, and we’re excited about expanding our reach beyond Norfolk and Suffolk to support even more people.

So, whether you’re here to connect, collaborate, or learn more – we’d love to hear from you.

Helena Harris
Helena Harris

Helena Harris

Chief Executive

Seeing the difference our teams make every day for participants is truly inspirational and the best of everything in a job – I love it!

Hayley Kyle

Hayley Kyle

Head of Finance and Resources

I enjoy leading the support teams at GLT to explore new and improved processes which best support our employees and participants. I love the variety that each day brings and seeing the positive impact that the work we do has on our participants.

Hannah Seymour

Senior operations Manager & Organisations Safeguarding Lead

I love the variety my role brings. As Senior Operations Manager, I work closely with our amazing teams to ensure they have the support they need to create safe, welcoming spaces where participants feel genuinely cared for and supported in their wellbeing.

Jane Feasey- Green Light Trust Senior operations Manager

Jane Feasey

Senior operations Manager

I have a wonderfully varied role that involves supporting staff, which in turn enables them to then provide a safe, nurturing, empowering space for our participants.

Nicola - Green Light Trust Manager

Nicky

Operations Manager

Blickling Hall

Oxburgh Estate

Strumpshaw Fen

I am passionate in supporting the organisation, to deliver the best possible service for those who access GLT, whilst making their journey with us full of memories & skills that last a lifetime.

Lisa - Green Light Trust Manager

Lisa

Operations Manager, Education

Frithy Wood

West Stow Country Park

I have a real interest in the natural world and watching young people learn through nature is always a pleasure to watch.

Ash

Ash

Operations Manager

Castan Wood

RSPB Minsmere

Trinity Park

To see our participants of any age be engaged in interacting and learning about nature & wildlife is always brilliant.

Phoebe Lucas

Phoebe Lucas

Marketing and Fundraising Officer

I love to come up with creative ways to spread the word on all the amazing work GLT do for adults and young people.

Holly Harrington

Holly Harrington

Fundraising Development Officer

I love finding new opportunities to raise funds and promote awareness of a truly life changing charity.

Amanda Burton

Amanda Burton

Chair of Trustees

Amanda has extensive experience in private, public and charitable organisations, including Battersea Dogs and Cats Home where she was Chair from 2016 to 2020.

Doug Field

Doug Field

Vice Chair of Trustees

Doug is the former CEO of the East of England Co-operative Society, he has dedicated himself to supporting organisations across East Anglia, promoting teamwork and driving meaningful change

Nigel McCurdy

Nigel McCurdy

Trustee

Nigel has a passionate interest in creating lasting legacies for places and people and enabling quality growth, effective partnerships and resilient communities.

Vivian Mushati

Vivian Mushati

Trustee

Vivian is the founder of See Your Life, an organisation working with young people to equip them with the knowledge and skills to manage their lives. She has experience in non-profits, education, youth work, and in multi-disciplinary settings.

Jen Mailley

Jen Mailley

Trustee

Jen has over twenty years of experience in crime research and control, and and brings expertise in helping the organisation to show its impact in an impartial and robust manner.

Laura Thomas

Laura Thomas

Trustee

Laura is a Barrister who is passionate about safety, horses and this wonderful world we live in! Proud to be a trustee, Laura brings her background in law, risk, and health and safety.

Caroline Bixby

Caroline Bixby

Trustee

Caroline has worked in a range of sectors including Professional Services, FMCG, Leisure and Not for Profit. Passionate about equity of opportunity and that nature supports mental and physical wellbeing.

Sarah D’arcy

Trustee

Bio coming soon…

Laura Barlow

Laura Barlow

Trustee

Laura was Group Head of Sustainability at Barclays and she served on the United Nations Environment Programme banking board. Laura is also a trustee of Turtle Key Arts, providing inclusive access to the arts to help improve quality of life.

CAREERS AT GREEN LIGHT TRUST

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