About Us

In his role as Safeguarding Officer, Ian`s responsibilities include being the named contact to whom any Child Protection concerns should be reported. In such an instance Ian will then report to appropriate authorities, while respecting confidentiality. In this role he will also keep up-to-date with the latest Child Protection training through our affiliation with Youth Scotland, as well as taking responsibility for our Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme checks. As the recently retired manager of Arran Outdoor Education Centre, Ian has worked for many years with the young people of Arran and beyond. His input at committee meetings is invaluable. He enjoys a great relationship with many of our close partners at North Ayrshire Council, strengthening the ties between us that are formalised through our working agreement. So many young people have enjoyed positive outcomes thanks to Ian`s work with them in challenging situations and environments, and he now brings this experience to our committee. … read more read less .

As the general manager of the Auchrannie resort, Richard brings years of business experience to the committee. Richard offered to get involved in AYF over a decade ago, volunteering his time in sessions with the young people often in the early days, and bringing his expertise to the committee. Through links with the Auchrannie, AYF has enjoyed visits to the sports hall, swimming pool, soft play, Arran Adventure, and the annual opportunity for the young people of cooking club to host a three-course meal in the 1869 restaurant for invited guests. … read more read less .

In her role as Treasurer, Sylvia ensures all of the day-to-day expenses of the charity are properly accounted for. She deals with salary employees, tax, pensions, and the other administrative tasks involved in employment. Any expenses incurred by the charity are dealt with by Sylvia who keeps records and receipts. She also does much of the work in preparing accounts for monthly meetings and end-of-year reports, as well as dealing with funds and grants that AYF receives. … read more read less .

Diana`s responsibilities as Chairperson include helping to manage and lead the organisation, keeping the charity on the right track to achieve its aims, as well as supporting and encouraging other members, including the charity`s employees. She also prepares the agenda for and chairs the meetings. Her 41 years of experience in social work stand her in good stead for this role. … read more read less .

Graeme is an employee of the charity in his role as Youth Work Project Manager, and his responsibili ties include engaging with the young people of Arran and building relationships with them through the charitable activities of Arran Youth Foundations – weekly after-school clubs – for which he is responsible for planning and delivering. He is also responsible for building relationships and working with volunteers, and creating and maintaining links with other community groups. Graeme also performs the tasks of a fundraiser, applying to grants that help sustain the AYF project. … read more read less .

In the early days of AYF, John served as one of the charity`s first Treasurers, bringing invaluable experience to that role. He has also been involved through the years as a volunteer at activities, including busy Friday night youth group sessions. Having had his own kids access AYF`s services throughout recent years, John has rejoined the committee as a Trustee. … read more read less .

Hollie has been working for AYF since 2015. Together with Graeme, the sessional staff and our volunt eers, Hollie delivers our many weekly clubs, including Fundraising Group, P7 Club, lunchtime dropin and much else. In her 10 years with AYF, Hollie has increasingly taken on responsibility, and is now responsible for much of the planning and delivery of Fundraising Group. … read more read less .