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I lead the vision and strategy for Spaceship Earth, a charity dedicated to projects that inspire empathy, critical thinking, and social change.Key Responsibilities:★I oversee the development and execution of Project Empathy, which focuses on restoring and colourising Holocaust footage to combat denial and foster human rights education.★I manage partnerships with educators, human rights organisations, and key stakeholders to drive impactful educational initiatives.★I spearhead fundraising efforts, resulting in significant progress towards restoring historical footage in 4K and colour.Key Achievements:★I've successfully restored one of six reels to 4K quality, with ongoing fundraising for further colourisation.★I've initiated plans to present restored Holocaust footage to the UK Parliament and United Nations to highlight the enduring lessons of the Holocaust.★I expanded the charity's network of collaborators and supporters, securing partnerships with educators and social justice organisations.★I've implemented digital marketing strategies to raise awareness, increasing engagement across social media and the website.Skills Developed:★Strategic Leadership★Project Management★Fundraising★Public Speaking★Digital Marketing★Partnership Development

Reading, England, United Kingdom

I raised £405,000 for Rotary’s End Polio Now through strategic partnerships and global engagement.Club: Reading MatinsKey Responsibilities:★I led the initiative to include Rotary’s End Polio Now campaign in Yogscast’s annual Jingle Jam Charity Campaign, leveraging community engagement to support polio eradication.★I built partnerships with Yogscast and the gaming community to drive global awareness and donations.★I organised and managed outreach efforts with club members to engage local businesses and supporters for various community projects.★I actively participated in fundraising, event planning, and community service initiatives aligned with Rotary’s mission to promote peace, fight disease, and support education.Key Achievements:★I secured the inclusion of the End Polio Now campaign in the 2014 Yogscast Charity Campaign, raising over £135,000 for polio eradication efforts.★I helped amplify the impact through Rotary International’s matching agreement with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, resulting in a total of £405,000 raised for the cause.★I successfully engaged a global audience through collaborative efforts, demonstrating the power of partnerships in achieving Rotary’s mission.★I was recognised by the club’s President for spearheading impactful community initiatives and driving engagement within the local Rotary network.Skills Developed:★Community Engagement★Fundraising, Project Coordination★Partnership Development★Event Management★Public Relations