1625 Outreach

Ann-Marie is stood giving a presentationAnn-Marie - Education Lead (Sheffield)

Ann-Marie is 1625 Sheffield’s Education Lead. You can typically find her in education settings such as schools, colleges and universities across Sheffield, chatting with students, offering information and advice and facilitating our interactive workshops.

Ann-Marie has been supporting young people for a number of years and cares a great deal about delivering harm reduction messaging to young people to help keep them safe while not compromising on having a good time.

 

Becks is sat looking at a laptop and writing something in a notebookBecks – Team Leader (Sheffield)

Becks is 1625 Sheffield’s dedicated Team Leader. Beck’s knowledge and experience comes from counselling, community, and drug and alcohol services, where she has led teams supporting young people and adults for a number of years.

Becks spends her time looking after the team in Sheffield, as well as leading on development of the project and building relationships with other agencies. Whilst Becks looks after things ‘behind the scenes’ in Sheffield, you’ll still find her out and about supporting the team with events and activities

 

Ben is wearing a grey hoody and sat at a tableBen – Outreach Lead (Sheffield)

Ben is an Outreach Lead with the 1625 team in Sheffield. Ben has been working in people-focused roles for a number of years bringing his skills in engagement to 1625.

Ben is very passionate about all things harm reduction and hopes to continuously empower the people we connect with and promote safety in Sheffield. Day-to-day, you can find Ben out and about in Sheffield and occasionally in the surrounding areas providing info and advice.

 

 

Jack is wearing khaki green shirtJack – Volunteer Coordinator

Jack is the Volunteer Coordinator for 1625 Outreach and looks after the recruitment, training and support for all volunteers joining the service. Jack previously worked in volunteer management for a national UK charity and more recently for a students’ union, providing advice and guidance to university students.

Jack is based across Sheffield and Derby, working closely with both teams to ensure volunteers play a vital role in the delivery of 1625 services. You’ll mostly find Jack behind the scenes, but he can also be found out and about supporting the teams with various events and activities from time to time.

 

A young woman with ginger hair in a ponytail over her shoulder is sat on a sofa looking at someone off cameraJade – Targeted Intervention Coordinator

Jade is our Targeted Intervention Coordinator. Jade is committed to providing young people with fact-based information and empowering them to make safer informed decisions and positive changes.

Jade has been supporting individuals for a number of years, advocating for them and motivating them in a person centred and empathetic way, prioritising the needs of the individual. Although based at Derby College, Jade can also be seen at events throughout the county, promoting harm reduction messages whilst still recognising the need for young people to enjoy themselves.

 

 

Kayleigh has shoulder length blonde hairKayleigh – Data Administrator

Kayleigh leads on all things data for the 1625 team, including implementing various data capture methods for events, festivals, outreach and education. Kayleigh’s insights help us to improve the services we offer and support the team with capturing key data. While a lot of Kayleigh’s work is behind the scenes, you’ll sometimes find her supporting at events in Derby, Derbyshire and Sheffield.

 

 

Lauren is wearing a black and white stripped jumper with long hair Lauren – Services Manager

Lauren is 1625’s Services Manager. Being responsible for all things 1625 means Lauren is usually found in the office or at events, doing the less exciting, but important strategic and operational work.

Lauren has worked with young people and young adults for over a decade. Most of her career has involved working in drug and alcohol services, with a special interest in harm reduction. Lauren leads on Change Grow Live’s work with young adults, and is passionate about improving services for 16-25’s.

 

A young woman stood in front of some tents looking off to the side taking photos Livi – Outreach Lead (Derbyshire)

Livi is 1625’s Derbyshire Outreach Lead. You will usually find Livi out and about in the county offering advice, information, and resources on harm reduction. Livi can also be found doing drop-in sessions at local colleges and universities, as well as supporting events.

Livi is passionate about making a positive difference in providing informative, non-judgmental advice about drugs and alcohol. Livi is always keen to promote an environment where young people can make informed decisions, whilst also providing a safe space to be heard.

 

Merlin is wearing a grey t-shirt and pointing to a TV screenMerlin – Education Lead (Derbyshire)

Merlin leads on 1625’s education work in Derby and Derbyshire. You will find Merlin in schools, colleges and universities delivering our interactive workshops. Merlin’s background is in drug and alcohol services, where he has worked with young adults experiencing issues for over a decade.

Merlin is committed to keeping young people and young adults safe, and is well known for his enthusiasm and engagement skills.

 

A young blonde woman sitting on a sofa looking at someone off cameraMiya – Targeted Intervention Coordinator

Miya is a Targeted Intervention Worker dedicated to supporting individuals through focused, personalized brief interventions that enhance mental health and physical well-being. Specialising in working with young people, Miya identifies challenges they face and develops tailored strategies to meet their unique needs.

Miya collaborates closely with other professionals and service providers in Derby to ensure young people have access to the resources, guidance and support necessary to develop effective coping strategies. A lot of Miya’s harm reduction work is very person centred therefore you will often find her in an educational setting, at festivals and other various events. 

 

Patrick is sat at a table wearing a block colour jumperPatrick – Digital and Marketing Lead

Patrick leads on 1625’s marketing, whether that is merch, social media, or our leaflets and resource packs. Patrick has worked in marketing for drug and alcohol services for several years, and is passionate about providing support and advice for young adults. Although a lot of Patrick’s work is behind the scenes, you’ll find him supporting at events in Derby, Derbyshire and Sheffield.

 

A young black woman outside smiling at someone off cameraPaz – Outreach Lead (Derby City)

Paz is an Outreach Lead with the 1625 team in Derby City. With a background in supporting young adults, she is passionate about harm reduction and engagement. Day-to-day, she can be found out in the community and hosting drop-ins at university halls, providing information, advice, and resources to help young people stay safer when it comes to drugs, alcohol, and associated risks. Her goal is to empower individuals with the knowledge and support they need to make informed choices.