MY PROJECTS

Mortal Fools

Project

Director and Trustee

Activity

Strategic Leadership, Governance

Years

2018 - Present

Creativity
Leadership

Project Overview

I am a director and trustee of Mortal Fools, a multi-award winning theatre, drama and creative learning charity.

Based in Northumberland, Mortal Fools are specialists in co-creation with young people. We produce compelling, socially-relevant, and high-quality theatre, film, and creative projects – led by children, young people, artists, producers, and communities. Mortal Fools’ inclusive practice ensures that we actively collaborate with young people who are under-represented in the arts and traditionally face barriers.

The charity’s purpose is to support people to have better quality interpersonal relationships with one another, and to use theatre and drama-based activities as a methodology to achieve this; helping people connect, have fun, learn, and grow together.

What I Did

  • I have served as a Trustee and Director on Mortal Fools’ Board since 2018.
  • I provide governance and strategic leadership support to Mortal Fools, advising them on strategy, business development, finance and risk management.
  • From 2019 – 2024, I acted as Safeguarding Board Lead and undertook Level 3 Safeguarding training as part of this role.
  • During my time with Mortal Fools, the charity’s income has doubled.
  • I supported Mortal Fools to become part of Arts Council England’s National Portfolio from 2023 – 2026, and now provide scrutiny to their delivery against this investment.