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All this week the Association of Guernsey Charities has been celebrating the work of trustees, including today, Grace Lyndsey.
As a trustee for Liberate, Ms Lyndsey is one of a large group of individuals who give their time, energy, and expertise to serve charities and not-for-profit organisations across the Bailiwick.
Trustees’ Week is a national celebration of these individuals, who the AGC said are all playing an "ever more important role in ensuring the effectiveness, integrity, and impact that the voluntary sector has" in the face of the increased governmenance and regulations in force locally.
Wayne Bulpitt, Chair of the AGC commented: “As part of these celebrations, we will be highlighting a number of trustees during the week, their background, motivations and skills that they bring, to demonstrate how diverse, in all ways, trustees can be. We very much hope that this will inspire potential trustees by shedding light on the personal satisfaction and growth that can come from joining a charity board or committee.
"Serving as a trustee provides opportunities to contribute to vital causes, but at the same time to develop leadership and teamwork skills as well as networking for the volunteer themselves.
"With these personal stories, we very much hope to demystify these roles and encourage a broader, more diverse group of people to consider becoming trustees themselves.”
Today we celebrate the work of Grace Lyndsey.
Ms Lyndsey is a trustee for Liberate.
She explains her role:
"I applied to be a Trustee of the Liberate board as a way to get involved voluntarily with an organisation that strives for change and equality. I felt I could offer my experience from previous roles to support Liberate in its work with vulnerable adults, as well as its youth initiatives. I also wanted to be part of a team of passionate individuals who share my values of equality and LGBTQ+ rights.
It has been an amazing opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the work that Liberate does and the difference it makes to individuals and the community as a whole. I would strongly encourage others to consider applying to be a Trustee. Finding a charity you’re passionate about and offering your experience and skills is incredibly valuable.
I have also learned a great deal as a Trustee, both about the role itself and the challenges that the LGBTQ+ community continues to face. This experience has helped me grow in my career as well as in my role as a Trustee."
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