Our trustees

Trustees, who are also directors of the company, give their time voluntarily and without remuneration. The trustee body brings considerable skill and experience in the areas vital to our operations: Night Shelter operations, Day Services, Finance, HR, Legal, Communications and Fundraising.

Brian Leathard (Chair of Trustees), rector of St Luke’s and Christ Church, Chelsea
Kate Coles, (treasurer) chartered accountant
Marie Green, qualified accountant and global human resources professional
Stacy Jansz, investment banking
Shuna Mason, solicitor
Rhona O'Shea, in-house employment counsel for global media company
Amanda Sheppard, FMCG marketing

Latest

London Live interviews Glass Door as temperatures drop

13 December: London Live interviews Glass Door about Winter night shelters as temperatures drop below zero.
Charities tackling homelessness: The Independent

13 December: With homelessness on the rise, charities like Street Smart and Glass Door play an important role in ameliorating this situation.
Glass Door featured in Keep Things Local

12 December: Keep Things Local highlights the life-saving shelter provided across West London and interviews COO Lucy Abraham.
Glass Door wins impact award

12 December 2018: Glass Door scoops top prize for 'everyday impact' at the Directory of Social Change Awards.

JOSEPH TUCKER, caseworker

The one thing I would like to change is the notion of ‘us’ vs ‘them’. I believe diversity adds spice to humanity and should be celebrated!
MICHELLE WILLSON, caseworker

I love hearing people’s stories and playing a part in changing someone's circumstances for the better.
PATRICIA CAZENAVE, caseworker

All my life I have been touched by other people's hard realities. No matter which country I was living in, there were always too many people not getting their share.
LUCY ABRAHAM, chief operating officer

No one individual has the whole answer. But by drawing on everyone's expertise, together we can make a positive difference in people's lives.
EMMA O'SHEA, community support and administration officer

Glass Door's values really resonate with me. I knew I wanted to help make a difference within their team.
AGNIESZKA NEPELSKA , caseworker

I know that dealing with the system can be frightening and overwhelming, so I decided to use my skills to help people who would otherwise have trouble on their own.
DENNIS SILKWOOD, fundraising manager

Seeing our staff and volunteers bring a sense of community to those who turn to Glass Door is a life-affirming experience. I look forward to sharing that message and getting to know the many individuals involved in supporting and enabling Glass Door's programs.
CAROLINE HILLAM, communications and administration officer

What motivates me is knowing that I’ve made a difference. Working in such a close team, you’re able to follow the progress of the people we help – and that is incredibly rewarding.
ALICIA FEETHAM, trusts and foundations manager

I’ve been really fortunate to see the impact of Glass Door’s work from different angles – as a volunteer, an overnight worker and as a member of the office team. I’m delighted now to be helping raise the vital funds we need to support those most in need.
GEOFF BALL, operations manager

What appeals to me most about Glass Door is that it is open to everyone. That allows us to support individuals who can't find help anywhere else.

Christmas Appeal

This Christmas, we are remembering the importance of community. Give someone a warm welcome and a safe place to sleep over the holidays and beyond. Together with a constellation of partners, volunteers and supporters, you can make it possible. Read more

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