Alexia produces different types of analyses for inclusion in Board reporting and to assist teams with day to day operations as well as longer term plans (e.g. building capacity modelling). Alexia has an MSc in Statistics so she is good with data and gets involved in the set up and analysis of data capture forms and client surveys and is using Power BI to analyse the responses. Alexia has long experience working in Marketing so she also creates e-shots using Click Dimensions and adds content to the Chwarae Teg website.

Alice develops Chwarae Teg’s work into a visual communication, from fun colourful GIFs on social media to representing key indicators in engaging research reports.

She designs for both print and digital, working with all teams across the organisation.

With a first class degree in Illustration and always developing her knowledge of visual communications, design and programmes, every day Alice looks towards ‘what next’ for our branding and design work.

Alison is an HR Professional and a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD with a pragmatic, pro-active, down-to-earth approach and a can-do philosophy. She has considerable experience of working successfully with a variety of organisations and personalities, to deliver value and achieve challenging goals.

An excellent communicator, with extensive knowledge of employment law and equality and diversity, who, as an Employer Partner delivering our FairPlay Employer Services, is not afraid to challenge constructively and creatively, to help shape and develop an organisation and embrace best practice.

Through her advice, training and coaching approach, Amanda supports business leaders to review their policies and procedures and bring about positive, cultural change.

Amanda is an articulate and approachable Management, Strategic HR, Training and Equalities Professional, who has worked extensively with both private and public sector clients across the UK. She has over twenty years’ experience of supporting leaders and managers to improve business and personal effectiveness, fully engaging their workforce, to achieve their strategic aims as an Assessor and Advisor for the Investors in People Award.

I worked for 25 years in the Banking and Finance Industry, progressing to Team Leader, First Line Manager, Head of Department and Project Manager. I gained a Post Graduate Degree in Business whilst working in this industry.

I worked for Chwarae Teg on Agile Nation until 2014, and returned to work in the ILM team for Agile Nation2 in 2017. I recently took on the LDP role, delivering our accredited ILM training and non-accredited learning modules.

I joined Chwarae Teg in October 2021 as a project administrator partner for an exciting new project – Believe & Achieve. This project was aimed at a specific group of women who seem the furthest away from the job market. We were looking to bring them into the scheme to try and get them ready to make their next positive step towards eventual employment. Before taking some time out from work to look after my family, I worked in recruitment, both for a large company and a small independent agency, and prior to that I spent 14 years doing various roles within a high street bank. I have recently joined the People Team as an HR Coordinator.

Athina works within the Delivery team as the Grants and Fundraising Manager. Athina's role is to develop new ideas for projects that will make a difference to women in Wales, source and secure funding for projects while building sustainable and credible relationships with stakeholders. Athina has a strong background in income generation and project development and several years’ experience working on community projects within the private and third sectors. Athina also manages the International Women’s Day campaign and the Girlguiding Cymru Gender Equality badge project.

Bethan spent almost 20 years working in private and public sector communications roles in the North East of England. She then relocated back to North Wales, having grown up in the area, and was delighted to join the Chwarae Teg team in 2019.

Her experience spans public relations, marketing and event management, particularly with councils at a local and regional level. Bethan is a fluent Welsh speaker and enjoys shaping and delivering Chwarae Teg messages and information in both English and Welsh.

I love working with and empowering women to take ownership of their careers. For over 20 years I have worked across all sectors in Sales and Training roles, and have trained and coached hundreds of women. I am passionate about equity and inspiring the next generation. My mission is and always has been to support women to find their purpose and be fulfilled in the choices they make. I’m told I’m an inclusive and engaging trainer who brings learning to life and challenges thinking and perspective. I have a Pride of Britain award for charity fundraising and a dedication to making my life count by encouraging our participants to do the same.

I completed the Agile Nation Programme around 9 years ago and was impressed by the organisations professionalism and passion for fairness and equality. Chwarae Teg’s Vison, Mission and Values are perfectly aligned to my own.

I am an experienced Manager with 19 years of experience in Career Development and Project Management. My role here at Chwarae Teg is a Career Development Partner in the Womens Strand Team. I possess professional qualifications in Leadership and Management, Project and Change Management and Advice and Guidance.

I feel extremely privileged and lucky to carry out this role, meeting so many incredibly Strong and Passionate women who Inspire me to be the best version of myself each day. I am rewarded by supporting women to gain the skills and confidence to reach their potential and to become Strong Leaders in the workplace.

Carys is an employment and HR specialist. She practiced as an employment solicitor advising both individuals and businesses regarding all aspects of employment law and HR matters including unfair dismissal, redundancies and restructures, senior level contracts and equality and discrimination. Carys’ skills and experience include acting in both tribunal and civil court cases, legal writing, document drafting, alternative dispute resolution, advocacy and litigation. Carys is known for her friendly manner and pragmatic advice in order to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients.

Carys has a passion for equality and diversity in the workplace and strives to improve working practices across Wales in her role as Client Partner.

As a Career Development Partner on the Agile Nation 2 Programme, I have the pleasure in meeting many wonderful women in Wales for their initial meeting. I deliver training and provide support throughout their time with us while they are completing the programme, and I help to celebrate their successes and witness the amazing changes they achieve for themselves.

I see, first-hand, how the programme helps women to improve their skills and confidence, which allows them to develop and move their careers forward. I have the best job satisfaction I have ever had, knowing that what I do plays a small part in making a difference to our participants.

Claire is a commercially aware chartered Marketer and Manager with a demonstrable history working across all aspects of Marketing. A background within the voluntary and private sectors has provided her with a wealth of experience executing successful fundraising activities, corporate partnerships, and supporter engagement. Being people-focused has helped her to develop and deliver effective multi-platform marketing campaigns which resonate with their intended audience. Claire is passionate about continuous personal development and advocating for better opportunities for women in Wales.

I joined Chwarae Teg in 2013 on Agile Nation, and I was fortunate enough to stay and be part of Agile Nation 2. I have always worked within the Training and Qualifications team. I am accountable for the full co-ordination and administration of the organisation’s accreditation centre, where I am the first point of contact for City & Guilds (ILM), I also manage and maintain a range of ILM centre internal processes and procedures.

I am proud to be part of such a rewarding organisation, hearing from the Women that gain their qualifications is a pleasure and to know that we have helped them to achieve this.

Clare spent 14 years as an Auditor with the NHS and 2 years as a Practice Manager in a GP surgery, before changing career to become a Family Support Worker for a Children’s Cancer Charity, supporting families and making the Children’s dreams a reality. Clare joined Chwarae Teg nine years ago as an Administrator on the Agile Nation 1 Programme. She was successfully appointed to her current role in the QPI Team, responsible for the effective monitoring, evaluation and continuous improvement of the Agile Nation 2 Programme.

Diane is part of the FairPlay Employer team which is the commercial arm of Chwarae Teg. Diane’s main responsibility is account management and development of existing FairPlay Employer subscribers and introducing new clients to our portfolio of products including our FairPlay Employer Benchmarking & Award Subscription Service, Inclusive Leadership Programme and our Bespoke Consultancy Solutions menu. Diane has been tasked with building the FairPlay Employer brand not only in Wales, but UK wide, and having previously worked in the Agile Nation team for over 3 years has a wealth of knowledge and experience to share with organisations to help them develop inclusive working practices and create a workplace culture where every employee feels they belong. Diane has decades of experience having previously worked in the commercial sector for many high profile brands, and she truly understands the importance of effective and clear communication. Diane’s down to earth attitude and easy going approach encourages customers to have open and honest conversations leading to a real understanding of their needs and the solutions needed.

I recently joined Chwarae Teg as the Senior Finance Partner. I have worked in Finance for twenty years and am keen to use my skills to assist the Finance Lead in managing the internal operation effectively, while supporting the charity with their mission.

Ellie works as a Client Relationship Manager for FairPlay Employer. She is driven by the sense of achievement gained when we help someone to reach their full career potential through our leadership programmes, or when we support organisations to implement practices that not only improve their bottom line but contribute to our vision of eradicating gender inequality in the workplace. Ellie has a proven track record in sales and client account management, across various industries including sport and art sponsorship and fundraising, working both with global brands and local organisations. Within Chwarae Teg Ellie is part of the committee that delivers the annual Womenspire Awards and has recently completed a Level 4 Diploma from the Institute of Leadership and Management.

As Communications Partner, Elinor supports the Communications team with writing press releases and liaising with the media. She has previously worked as a Marketing Manager and has written for newspapers and magazines covering topics such as LGBTQ+ issues. She is a fluent Welsh speaker and takes every opportunity to use the language.

Emily works as a Client Relationship Partner for FairPlay Employer where she helps clients identify their needs and find solutions as well as making sure clients are getting the best out of their FairPlay Employer subscription. She is driven by seeing organisations wanting to improve their inclusivity, diversity and equality practices. Emily has previously worked in the manufacturing and engineering industries within French speaking sales roles and has worked with reputable global organisations as well as independent companies. Emily shares the passion in Chwarae Teg’s values in wanting to see a fairer, equal and more inclusive Wales, where everyone is able to achieve their full potential.

As a Collaboration Assistant, I work closely with Emma Tamplin and businesses across Wales to ensure women achieve and prosper by delivering events and programs within Wales. These include our Hive network, promoting the benefits of modern working practices and our Not Just For Boys campaign which shines light on rewarding careers in STEM industries, to girls and women. We also work on the Purple Plaques project which celebrates the achievements of women in Wales, and the Step to Non Exec programme which encourages women to step into non executive director roles.

Emma Hall is a social researcher with particular interests in intersectional gender inequality, health inequalities and public policy. As Research Partner at Chwarae Teg she manages multiple research projects as well as carrying out policy research which supports the needs of the organisation.

Before joining Chwarae Teg in November 2022 she worked at SafeLives, a charity working to end domestic abuse, researching the effectiveness of support services across the country. Emma has an MSc in Policy Research from the University of Bristol where her studies focused on health inequalities.

Emma leads the delivery of our Agile Nation2 project for women and businesses across Wales and is responsible for leading the development, operational delivery and continuous improvement of all activities within both programmes.

Since joining Chwarae Teg in 2005, Emma has worked on a variety of initiatives to support women in employment, enterprise and education. Emma has managed the design and development of project services, including Chwarae Teg’s ILM approved centre, consultancy work for employers and Chwarae Teg’s first Business Programme. Emma also designed and managed Agile Nation’s education strand, including the delivery of the Fair Foundations Programme which worked with schools to create gender aware learning environments and tackle gender stereotyping in early years education.

Emma is a member of the Institute of Leadership & Management and a Non-Executive Director of Careers Wales

As Collaboration Partner, Emma works closely with businesses across Wales to ensure women prosper across all sectors and levels in the economy via our Hive network, promoting the benefits of modern working practices and our Not Just For Boys campaign, delivering non-traditional career fairs for women and girls, showcasing the progressive and rewarding careers within STEM industries.

Emma is passionate about improving the visibility and representation of women in our economy and society and leads on the Purple Plaques project set up to celebrate the achievements of remarkable women and cement their legacy in the Welsh history books. She also manages our Step to Non Exec programme designed to encourage more young women to take their first step into public life and our LeadHership programme, providing role shadowing opportunities for women across the Public and Private sector.

After attaining a PhD degree from Cardiff University School of Geography and Planning, Hade started working at Chwarae Teg in 2015. As a Research Partner, Hade both delivers and manages research into gender equality and diversity, experiences of women in various areas and topics, and enhancing women’s participation in Welsh economy and public life with a policy focus. She also explores new opportunities for research into the key issues facing women in Wales today.

Some of the primary research she carried out at Chwarae Teg are included: Bright: young women’s career aspirations; Triple Glazed Ceiling: Barriers to Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) Women participating in the economy; “Society is the Disability”: Disabled women and work; “One Big Juggling Act”: Childcare and Homeschooling during the First Lockdown. Hade also leads the data collection and analysis of Chwarae Teg’s seminal annual report, State of the Nation.

Hannah supports the work of the Wales Women’s Budget Group (WWBG), currently incubated by Chwarae Teg, which works to promote gender equality in the Welsh Budgetary process. In this role, she co-ordinates WWBG communications and events, as well as its engagement with the Welsh Government and three sister organizations across the UK. Hannah also supports the policy and research outputs of the WWBG by producing briefings, reports and a WWBG response to the Welsh Budget. Hannah has a keen interest in UK politics and is passionate about tackling structural and gender inequality. Alongside her work at Chwarae Teg, she is currently completing a PhD in linguistic justice at Cardiff University.

I have recently joined Chaware Teg, as Finance Partner after falling in love with the company's values and the actions/projects that they are undertaking to make a difference in people’s working lives. I am gradually working towards my ACCA qualifications, as financial studies and accounting have always been a passion of mine. I look forward to putting these skills to use to help support the Finance team in working as smoothly as possible.

Hayley oversees the generation of income through Fundraising & Grants, exploring opportunities that are aimed at changing individual and organisational behaviours that help us achieve our vision and mission. In addition, Hayley oversees the successful execution of projects that Chwarae Teg delivers. She does this by leading & supporting staff managing those activities and ensuring they are robust with modern management processes in place.

Hayley’s background and experience is in the voluntary sector, inclusive working practices and wellbeing. Hayley is experienced in European Funding and wrote the business plans for the European Social Funded Agile Nation projects. The current project was a finalist for the Region Stars Awards in 2017.

I have over 20 years’ experience in training and people management, with qualifications in Coaching, NLP Practice, Change Management, Mindfulness and a number of other subjects linked to personal development and wellbeing. I am also a qualified Mental Health First Aider for adults. Prior to Chwarae Teg, I was the senior lead for ‘people and learning’ across Wales for a large national Charity for 17 years. In the gap between that job ending and working for Chwarae Teg I started and ran a number of small business which has given me useful knowledge and experience to draw on.

My role as a Career Development Partner involves carrying out a 2 hour Getting to Know you Meeting with new participants, gathering information from them and providing career development information and support prior to starting their ILM course. I deliver part of Day 1 of the 6 session programme and all of Day 6 where we focus on further career planning, employability and confidence building to achieve their goals. Finally I complete a review meeting after the course is completed, talk through outcomes and help plan the next steps in the participant’s career journey as well as providing ad hoc support with job applications, interview preparation and so on as required.

Jennie is a commercially astute and creative marketing professional, and an accredited PRINCE2 Practitioner, which underpins her experience of managing many marketing projects. Jennie joined Chwarae Teg’s marketing team in 2016. She has managed AN2 campaigns, the Chwarae Teg website relaunch and is responsible for Chwarae Teg’s stakeholder communications.

Jenni joined the Finance team in April 2011, starting as Finance Assistant she has progressed throughout the years and became Finance Lead in February 2017. She is AAT qualified and currently studying ACCA to become a qualified accountant. Being with the organisation for some time has given Jenni a wide knowledge of managing the finances for ESF (European Social Fund) funded projects. As the Finance Lead her role is to plan, direct and co-ordinate the Finance activities of the organisation to maximise the strategic use of financial resources and to manage the internal operation effectively.

Jo is a CIPD qualified HR professional, with HR Management and Consultancy experience. Jo retains a values-based, person-centred approach to HR, having supported numerous organizational and culture change programs. Jo has a passion for driving projects forward by shaping and streamlining processes, motivating the workforce, creating avenues for employee voice and recognition and ensuring inclusion and equity is at the forefront of all decision-making.

Julia has recently joined Chwarae Teg in the marketing team having been self-employed for the last 5 years. After finishing her MSc in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in 2017, Julia decided to relocate to Wales from the Southeast of England. Prior to this move her career was in aviation and spanned a 12-year period working as cabin crew, frontline security as a team leader and then joining the incident crisis team in Gatwick as a communications and social media executive. Since moving to Wales, she has set up and run 2 businesses from scratch becoming an expert in all things from marketing and website building to cooking, cleaning, problem solving and hosting.

My background and experience has been predominantly in the education sector, having previously worked as a curriculum manager and lecturer within a further education college where I managed and delivered a diverse range of courses for adult learners.

As a Learning Development Partner at Chwarae Teg, I deliver the ILM accredited programme and additional learning modules throughout North Wales. It’s a privilege to see the positive impact our training and development has on the lives of the women we support. I love my job!

Julie is an Engagement Partner at Chware Teg and also serves as a Cabinet Member for Public Health and Equality on Cardiff Council.

She was born in Saurashtra, a region on India’s West coast. She was brought up in Mumbai and moved to the UK in 2008 with her husband, Shardul Pandit. She settled in Cardiff, and she and her husband now have two young children. A qualified homeopathic doctor, she changed her career when she came to Cardiff and worked as an underwriter for a finance company before starting her current role. She is committed to community affairs, is involved with a number of community organisations where she lives in Heath, is a governor of Ton-Yr-Ywen primary School, and last year was elected as a Labour member of Cardiff Council, representing the Heath and Birchgrove ward. She is a passionate advocate of ethnic minority cultures and fully supports the council’s Stronger, Fairer, Greener manifesto commitments. She has contributed to Indian cultural events in Cardiff, including Sanatan Dharma Mandal, Hindu Cultural Association of Wales, Bhakti Dham Wales, etc., as well as running an interschool Diwali project to promote diversity in the primary schools of north Cardiff. This year, she won the Indian Centre Award for Invaluable Community Service. She has also been co-vice-chair of NWAMI since 2018. She is looking forward to beginning on new journey with Chaware Teg to drive gender equality and gender pay gap to get most diverse culture for society.

Over 20 years experience as a tutor/trainer, delivering training in the Further and Higher Education sector to adults. My experience was initially in ICT, where I supported members of the community to become ICT literate, and delivered the ECDL qualification to support NHS staff in new IT systems. Using a blended approach, I supported training using online resources and qualified as an online tutor with LearnDirect. Whilst working with the Welsh Ambulance Services, I supported staff trainers in the development and roll out of the Ambulance Replacement Radio Project, and later became involved in the accreditation of the commercial First Aid Training which brought income into the Trust. I joined Chwarae Teg in June 2016. My job is to help support our Learning & Development Partners, ensure quality of the Career Development Programme and to certify that the learners accredited reviews meet the requirements of ILM, the awarding body. I also deliver training, and really enjoy meeting our participants to watch them grow and develop their skills and confidence in order for them to move forward in their careers.

I moved into the third sector over 10 years ago, having held various HR Manager roles. Providing access to professional level training, to people for whom this was a fresh experience, brought a great deal of personal satisfaction.

I have the privilege of working with many women – each from a broad range of backgrounds but all seeking personal development, be it skills or confidence building. I know how lucky I am, to travel with these women, whatever their journey might be, to witness them grow in confidence and skills, each tapping into talents they didn’t realise they had and to become the very best that they can be – it doesn’t get much better than that!

Kath joined Chwarae Teg as a PA with an extensive background in administration having worked most of her career in the Accountancy Sector. She supported the Project Manager with the successful delivery, reporting, monitoring and continuous improvement of the Agile Nation 1 Programme. She was then successfully appointed to the QPI Team as a QPI Partner and is now responsible for the effective monitoring and evaluation of the Agile Nation 2 Programme.

Laura is one of two Coordinators for the Agile Nation2 Business Programme, and has worked for Chwarae Teg for nearly 9 years. Laura assists the Delivery Team and Lead with the smooth running of the Programme. She supports the journey of the client via our Client Management Systems and ensures that, as a team, we are compliant and able to continue providing a good service to the client and good value to WEFO and Welsh Government.

Laura joined Chwarae Teg in 2019 as an administrator for the Women’s Programme and now as one of the Co-ordinating Partners for the Business Programme, Laura’s role is to support the delivery of the Business Programme. Laura enjoys seeing and hearing about the impact the project has had on the participants who take part, and Laura is proud to be part of a team that is achieving such positive results for businesses across Wales.

Lauren is a skilled HR, career development and training professional with experience across the public and private sector. Lauren’s skills include policy design and implementation, delivering on challenging strategies and providing excellent and up-to-date Employment Law and HR best practice advice and guidance. With Lauren having worked with a diverse portfolio of industries she can adapt and tailor her style to design and develop effective Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion strategies. Lauren is passionate about Chwarae Teg’s work supporting inclusion in the workplace.

Leanne is the Quality & Process Improvement Lead for Chwarae Teg and has been doing this role since August 2018 she has 13 years’ experience within internal audit, quality control and data analysis. Leanne joined Chwarae Teg in 2010 as an administrator on the Agile Nation 1 project. Before joining Chwarae Teg Leanne had worked in the private sector mainly in the manufacturing industry but always working within a quality and compliance role within these organisations.

Liz is a fellow the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. Having over 25 years operating at Director level, with experience within the private sector for working with marketing, IT and publishing companies. Liz has worked within the charity sector for the last 13 years.

Liz’s key skills lie in making strategic and operational changes to work smarter not harder! She has the ability to cope with changing environments and priorities and more importantly working and developing a diverse team to achieve our objectives. Having the experience in operating at a strategic level, allows Liz to have the input into helping shape the future of the Chwarae Teg.

Lucy is part of the collaboration team and works on our AN2 legacy activities. Her role is to listen to communities across North Wales to help inform Chwarae Teg’s work, alongside sharing the opportunities offered in the region. This includes identifying new project ideas and working with the Fundraising & Grants team. Lucy is passionate about working with experts by experience and is keen to hear your ideas on creating a fairer Wales where women are empowered to achieve their potential. Professionally qualified in youth work and community development, Lucy has worked on a wide variety of projects in Wales and Scotland. More recently, she has been delivering training and supporting community led campaigns.

Lucy joins Chwarae Teg from Thrive Women’s Aid, where she has spent the last eight years leading the domestic abuse organisation. She has overseen significant organisational growth and is noted for her commercial skills having developed a successful trading arm, Thrive Group Wales, during her time there.

I joined Chwarae Teg with an extensive background in administration and finance, having worked in retail and for a local catering supplies company. As project co-ordinator, I support the successful delivery, reporting, monitoring and continuous improvement of the Women’s Programme. I am proud to be supporting programme delivery through proactive administration and co-ordination of activities across the Agile Nation 2 project.

Makenzie is a Marketing Partner for Chwarae Teg specialising in digital copywriting and content. She has experience working on a wide range of content--from social media planning to corporate bid writing--in the US, Ireland, and Wales. She holds a BA in English Literary Studies, an MA in Welsh & Celtic Studies, and is currently pursuing a PhD in medieval Welsh manuscript studies at Cardiff University. She is a published author of fantasy novels and short literary fiction. A dedicated mother and passionate feminist, she feels strongly about advocating for women of all backgrounds across Wales.

Maggie leads Chwarae Teg’s Engagement Team. The team is responsible for engaging with both women and businesses across Wales for the Agile Nation 2 programmes. Maggie has a get it done attitude and is a real team player, while ensuring standards and quality are always the number one priority. Maggie is passionate about equality for all and making a difference to people’s lives.

A self-motivated, pragmatic and experienced HR professional with a strong background in policies and procedures gained in a fast-paced environment. Lead adviser on wellbeing strategy and sickness management strategy. A keen eye for detail with a systems-oriented mindset and natural ability to interpret complex data. Operates with integrity and a high level of professionalism maintaining objectivity in challenging circumstances.

Michelle is a HR Generalist with strong business acumen and a solid background of working with the business at all levels within a variety of different sectors. Provides a commercially driven HR service, assisting in the delivery of HR initiatives and strategies. Develops creative solutions that contribute positively to the organisation. Plays a key role in delivering a full complement of HR processes for businesses to succeed with their people management. Michelle has a passion for delivering the message of promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. Provides companies with positive and creative support to help implement best practice in businesses across Wales.

I manage the Training and Qualifications Team and our ILM Approved Centre for Chwarae Teg. Leading the Training and Qualification and Learning Development Partners to support development and delivery of training to our clients, to ensure they receive a quality learning experience.

I have worked in the charity sector for almost 20 years and joined Chwarae Teg as part of the delivery team for Agile Nation in 2009. My main areas of interest and expertise are in leadership, quality assurance, monitoring and evaluation, and developing training courses, which are relatable to the workplace.

Being part of the AN2 project enables me to work with a fantastic team who embody the ethos of continuous improvement to offer training and support to women to successfully gain a qualification, developing their skills and confidence along the way in order to realise their full potential.

Tash oversees all of Chwarae Teg’s policy and research work, including our engagement with the Senedd, Welsh Government, Westminster and UK Government. Tash ensures that we translate research into clear policy recommendations focused on tackling the structural causes of gender inequality, and seeks out new opportunities to influence change.

Tash has a firm understanding of the policy landscape in Wales, particularly in relation to equality, poverty, skills and the economy. She is a critical asset of Chwarae Teg, having recently led on the Gender Equality Review and our Manifesto for a Gender Equal Wales, and frequently represents Chwarae Teg at events and public sessions.

As the Digital Learning Co-ordinating Partner, I look after our online classroom, CT Connect, acting as the first point of contact for queries from learners and staff members, and providing technical support on delivery days. I also assist with the development of training materials including building content to support our blended learning offer. I find it very rewarding to work for Chwarae Teg, and love hearing about the positive impact that the programme has on women.

I joined Chaware Teg in 2016 following a 30 year career in Royal Mail. As Senior Training & Qualifications Partner, I lead a team of Learning and Development Partners who deliver Chwarae Teg’s progressive Career Development Programmes. I am jointly responsible with the T&Q; Lead for the quality, design and delivery of learning and development programmes and approach to blended learning. I scope materials, manage feedback and ensure delivery is adhering to organisational and accreditation standards and work within the ILM Centre, to ensure high standards of delivery and assessment that meets learners’ expectations, project and awarding body quality standards.

Rachel is part of the engagement team. As an engagement partner Rachel’s role is to engage with women and businesses across Wales for the Agile Nation2 programmes. Rachel is also involved with the Women Construct Wales project, helping women develop skills, knowledge and pursuing employment in the construction industry. Rachel has several years’ experience working on funded projects within the local authority and third sector. Rachel is passionate about making a difference in a person’s life and strives to share the vision of Chwarae Teg in both her professional and personal life. Rachel is committed to self-improvement and is currently working towards her ILM Level 4 in Leadership and Management.

With over 25 years’ experience in education, I am a firm believer in the concept of life-long learning. Whether it’s a formal qualification or learning to develop confidence and self-awareness, it is something that I enjoy sharing to help people feel more empowered.

My main areas of interest and expertise are leadership, teamwork and psychology. With expertise in fitness and outdoor activities too, I believe that health and well-being is part of becoming more self-aware; and can help develop confidence that contributes in many ways.

I thoroughly enjoy delivering our learning modules and it’s great meeting all the participants and learning about their work and experiences; and particularly, helping them to realise their potential.

I am a Career Development partner with Chwarae Teg. I have a background in management in the social housing sector, am a qualified trainer and have long experience of working to improve the participation and progression of women in the workplace, particularly in the science, engineering, construction and technology sectors. I am a passionate believer in gender equality where women and men can aspire and achieve their full potential in their personal and professional lives, whatever their chosen career path. This fantastic job gives me the opportunity to work directly with women embarking on a change in their lives, supporting them to challenge and stretch themselves and identify concrete steps to take to progress along their career path.

I joined Chwarae Teg in 2017 with extensive experience in management, education and advice and guidance. My role as Career Development Partner within the women’s Programme has allowed me to utilise my experience, skills and knowledge to support women in their learning and career journey. I am passionate about my role and gain extreme satisfaction from being a part of the career development programme, witnessing first-hand the positive impact that the programme has on women. From the initial Getting to Know You meeting to the review upon completion of the programme, my role is to support women to recognise their skills and strengths, develop their confidence and to encourage them to define and plan their career goals.

As a busy mother of two, I appreciate that it is sometimes difficult for women to have the chance to reflect on their career journey and to focus on their career development and I am proud to be part of a programme which actively promotes this and has such a positive impact on the lives of women.

Stephanie has strategic oversight and operational leadership of Chwarae Teg’s commercial enterprise. Responsible for planning, developing and implementing income generation and surplus raising activities based on Chwarae Teg’s goals and objectives. Stephanie has a proven record of leading from the front, managing successful sales teams for global organisations, while juggling multiple responsibilities in high pressure, targeted environments. Stephanie is passionate about equality for all and driven by positive societal changes.

Tomos supports Chwarae Teg’s public affairs and policy work. In his role, he’s responsible for our engagement with the Senedd, Welsh Government, Westminster and UK Government. Tomos works to identify the change needed to tackle the structural causes of gender inequality through drafting policy papers, consultation responses and articles. Tomos has a detailed knowledge of Welsh politics and policy and is currently in the process of finishing his PhD in British politics from the University of Bath.