Karolina has been a care worker for twelve years alongside being an experienced Director in several capacities within the non-profit sector. She is passionate about social care and social justice and never misses a chance to advocate for care workers.

Another passion of hers is women’s rights and she is currently also an Advisor for the Women’s Equality Party. Karolina has been invited to participate in many media experiences as a voice for care workers to raise awareness of their under-valued hard work.

She loves working at The CWC because the determination, commitment and sacrifice of the care workforce deserves recognition.

Shanna brings over 20 years of senior-level experience across operations, marketing, events, and fundraising in the education and non-profit sectors. She brings a strong grounding in organisational management, governance, and strategic planning, alongside a proven track record of delivering complex projects.

As Head of Operations at The Care Workers' Charity, Shanna leads the day-to-day running of the organisation, overseeing governance, HR, finance processes, digital development, and cross-functional projects. Working closely with the CEO and wider team, she ensures operational excellence across fundraising, communications, and partnerships, keeping a sharp eye on both detail and the bigger picture.

Shanna is passionate about raising awareness of the vital role of social care and ensuring care workers receive the support they deserve. Outside of work, she enjoys travelling with her husband, two boys, and two dogs.

With 30 years of experience working within the commercial sector supporting corporate and private clients alike, Victoria has a wealth of experience in truly understanding needs, through building genuine rapport, she quickly develops strong, long-term relationships and professional friendships.

Victoria is naturally empathetic, warm, and friendly and loves nothing more than to use her active listening skills to really get to the root of her client's requirements employing a consultative approach to support them achieve their goals.

Personally she spends many hours walking the English coastline with her husband and black Labrador Wellington, and, can often be found reading in quiet sunny spots.

Jonny had worked in the charity sector for over half-a-decade. As the Business Development guy, he’s helming the Supporter Membership programme for The CWC. Not all care providers are yet members – but he’s very much planning on doing something about that. He loves to meet new people who are passionate about what they do, and really enjoys talking the many partnerships he’s stewarding and making sure all parties involved are getting the very best out of the connection. If you’re a care provider, he’d love to hear from you

When he’s not at work you’ll find him on his boat. Either boating, or, far more likely fixing something that’s broken on the boat.

Cath is a part-time member of the Fundraising Team at The CWC and has over 16 years’ experience of working with charities, building relationships.

She is qualified in Advice and Guidance with an interest in social welfare, she previously worked for The CWC as a grant administrator, giving her a valuable insight into the support needs of care workers.

In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and walking their two dogs.

Jade is a member of the marketing team and enjoys contributing creative ideas alongside her digital marketing expertise. She has previously completed a digital marketing apprenticeship and has since gained experience working across a range of environments, including small businesses, freelance projects, and the charity sector. Jade hopes that her background in fundraising and charity work, combined with her passion for marketing, will help to promote The Care Workers’ Charity and strengthen its online presence.

Outside of work, Jade enjoys walking her two retired greyhounds and volunteering at local greyhound homing kennels. With a love for travel, reading, Formula 1, and baking, she keeps herself busy and makes the most of her free time.

Olivia has an Undergraduate degree in Human Rights and Social Justice and a Master's degree in Human Rights, both from Kingston University. Within academia, she specialised in intersectional feminist theory, race and sexuality studies. Alongside this, Olivia has worked as a care worker, both in domiciliary and residential settings. By joining The Care Workers' Charity, she hopes to continue amplifying care workers voices and pursue her passion to ensure every care worker is treated with dignity and respect in all sectors.

In her spare time, Olivia enjoys going to theatre shows with friends and family, as well as learning new arts and crafts, baking and reading historical non-fiction.

Calvin has an undergraduate degree in Politics and Social Anthropology from the University of Manchester and a Master's Degree in International Relations from the University of York. Calvin has worked in residential care and in supporting the Directors' and Assistant Directors' of Social Care at York Council where he supported them in the application of Social Care at a Local Authority level. He is proud of joining The Care Workers' Charity and is passionate about raising the voice of Care Workers in Social Care policy discussions and working alongside partners to help them grow their offering for Care Workers in their areas.

Calvin also volunteers for the British Association of Barbershop Singers where he is part of the organisation's board and helps to bring accapella singing in the barbershop style to wider audiences. He enjoys music events, spending far too much money on games and knowing obscure lore about whatever franchise he is obsessing about this month.

Taylor has worked at the charity since 2020 and brings five years’ experience as a Project Officer in a Local Authority working on the development of major projects.

In her previous role, Taylor worked with various grant funders to implement projects to benefit residents. Her role at The CWC allows her to work on the other side of the coin, awarding grants to help improve the lives of others.

In her spare time, Taylor has an unquenchable thirst for travelling and finding the best beaches

Daina is a Grants Administrator at The CWC with a background in Peer to Peer Lending working in the Department that dealt with sensitive and vulnerable cases. She has been described as a creative and curious perfectionist.

Working for the CWC gives her and opportunity to try something new and make a small difference to care workers’ lives.

In her spare time she enjoys cooking and yoga