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Who we are

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Social Training and Recreational Sport Ltd - STARS was formed in 2006 and is a charitable organisation with the objectives of improving society through supporting the most vulnerable.

Historically we have supported local authority youth services with a range of activities including sports, dance, drama, and music, to improve social cohesion and reduce local crime. From this work, and with significant input from our recently appointed project manager Michael Corker, we developed a programme aimed at reducing the number of 16 - 25 year olds classed as NEET. Although this remains a new project for us, having started it back in August 2019, we have already seen really positive outcomes and have been supported by a number of funders to whom we are grateful.

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Meet the Trustees

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JEVON PAYNE

Chair of Trustees

Jevon has been chair of trustees since the formation of STARS back in 2006. He has a wealth of experience in business management.

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TIM WARNER

Treasurer

Tim has been involved with STARS since 2006. As a qualified accountant he brings his experience of financial management and planning.

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NEIL PRINCE

Trustee

A recent addition to the board Neil has many years experience of running a successful Alternative Education business and represents STARS in the Merseyside region.

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SCOTT THORNTON

Trustee

Another recent addition Scott represents the North East and is an experienced business development manager within education.

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DAN GRIFFITHS

Trustee

Dan is currently a practicing youth worker for Leicestershire County Council and has many years experience of working with vulnerable young people.

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OLIVIA SHACKLETON

Trustee

Newly appointed trustee. Bio to follow.

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