PROJECT LEAD

claire@upforyorkshire.org.uk

Claire has worked in the voluntary and community sector for 12 years and has worked in project management, community development, marketing and communications, volunteering and fundraising.

She is passionate about nature and the environment, and in particular teaching the next generation about climate change and developing a love for nature.

Claire enjoys reading, being outdoors, walking and playing with her family. She also has a love of music, dancing and having fun with her friends. Her favourite thing to do is spending quality time with her family, particularly her two girls, especially if it involves a trip to the seaside and ice cream!

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT LEAD

matt@upforyorkshire.org.uk

Matt’s passion is as a community organiser, encouraging people, especially young people, to help make their ideas happen, to benefit themselves and the community and whenever possible to live a more active and healthier lifestyle.

Matt has set up all kinds of activities, from online quizzes to bicycle maintenance, and will be using his skills and experience as part of the Up For Yorkshire Youth Hub and other community projects.

When he’s not working, he can be found in a swimming pool or out in the countryside on his mountain bike.

ENGAGEMENT AND PROJECT SUPPORT WORKER

ozs@upforyorkshire.org.uk

Connie volunteered for Up For Yorkshire back in 2022 after leaving university and she immediately felt at home, surrounded by lovely and talented people who go out into the community and make a difference to people's lives every single day. Now, she's working for UFY full-time and couldn't be happier! Her background is in Psychology and her area of interest is how to help people make more sustainable choices, so Our Zero Selby is the perfect fit for her passion. In this job, she hopes to engage with a diverse range of people and help guide the community towards a greener and fairer future.

Outside of work, Connie can be found on her Animal Crossing island, listening to music and dancing around the kitchen, or shopping for preloved clothes. She loves spending time with her family and friends, and all of their dogs.