Our team

At Pride Action North, we deeply value and strive to promote diversity, inclusivity, and acceptance. Our organisation is dedicated to creating a safe and equitable environment for all individuals regardless of their race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that may set them apart. 

Darren (He/Him)

Charity Chair

Darren is Chair of Trustees and brings over a decade and half of experience in the VCSE sectors, has sat on numerous charity boards and is a qualified Community and Youth Worker. Darren is also a Trustee of national charity Controlling Chemsex.

Angela (She/Her)

Charity Manager

Angela is responsible for the day-to-day management of the charity.

Dan (He/Him)

Link Worker

Dan supports LGBTQIA+ people on a day to day basis on a one to one and group basis.

Alice (She/Her)

Mental Health and Wellbeing Worker

Alice supports LGBTQIA+ people on a day to day basis on a one to one and group basis.

Nicola (They/Them)

Project Worker

Nicola supports LGBTQIA+ people on a day to day basis on a one to one and group basis.

Scarlet (She/Her)

Operational Support Worker

Scarlet joined the team back in May 2021 and has held several roles within the charity. Currently she supports day to day operations. 

Steven (He/Him)

Bid Writer

Steven supports day to day fundraising.

Drew (He/Him)

Trustee

Drew is an academic expert and Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA). Drew holds the position of Senior Lecturer at a local university, where he contributes to the academic field and imparts knowledge to students. He also serves as the Programme Leader for MSc Inequality and Society. He has held various roles in the VCSE and is currently Chair of international human rights charity ReportOut.

Gemma (She/Her)

Trustee

Gemma is an Operating Departmental Practitioner (ODP) for a local NHS Trust. Her background is in Community Development Work and she has delivered various projects for communities and in particular young people.

Erica (She/Her)

Trustee

Erica is a Customer Services Manager for an International B Corp with stations in the UK, Australia and the USA. Her role includes social value and supporting the development of relationships with clients. Her background is in Community Development Work and she has also delivered various projects for communities.