We have Miranda Hart to thank for introducing CISFA UK to Astriid. Throughout April and May 2020, Miranda committed to fundraising for both of our causes through her online shop, and made waves in the community as a result of her heartfelt advocacy. Intrigued by CISFA UK and how their wonderful work came Read more…
Elin shares her experience with how to create a positive mindset when dealing with a chronic illness, to raise awareness, and help others who are in a similar situation. I’m Elin, a 21-year-old disability and lifestyle blogger, living with chronic illness; a vision impairment, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/ME. I write Read more…
When you have a chronic illness, managing your workload isn’t just about figuring out what you have to do and when you’re going to do it. Keeping on top of your work as a chronically ill worker often requires a careful balance, with plenty of attention paid to managing your Read more…
Libby, would you like to introduce yourself and share a bit about your background? My name is Libby Denchfield and I recently joined Astriid‘s team of Trustees as Treasurer. My normal ‘day job’ is working for Standard Chartered (SCB), a bank that helps to offer financial services to Read more…
Giles Elliott, would you like to introduce yourself and share a bit about your background? I am Giles Elliott. I am just north of 50 and I have two children aged 21 and 20 – my son is an ambitious chef working for Alain Roux at the and Read more…
Tarek Anwar, would you like to introduce yourself and share a little about your background? My name is Tarek Anwar. In my eyes, I have been just a super fortunate guy: fortunate to have met my wife in 1977 when we were still teens and fortunate that we Read more…
Jo Self-Shutts, would you like to introduce yourself and share a little about your background? My name is Jo Self-Shutts and I’m 47. I spent twelve years in the Royal Navy and left in 2003 after having my son. I worked for Portsmouth University and BAE systems before Read more…
Lauren Adams, would you like to introduce yourself and share a little about your background? I’m Lauren Adams. In my day job I’m an HR Director at the CBI, responsible for all things ‘people’. This includes everything from recruitment, to payroll and benefits, employee relations, performance and development, Read more…
Camilla Faith, would you like to introduce yourself and share a little about your background? Hi, I’m Camilla Faith. My current role is HR Director for an organisation operating globally in property, agriculture and agri-technology investment. Our aim is to optimise social and commercial outcomes for every investment. Read more…
Dan Rogers, would you like to introduce yourself and share a little about your background? My name is Dan Rogers. I grew up in Worcestershire and went to Exeter University where I read Music. This culminated in my being in a band that was so bad, we called Read more…
