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ALANNAH

Hello, I’m Alannah and co-facilitate the Truro group. I am originally from Donegal in Ireland ☘️. I am currently working towards training in the mental health sector.

I know from experience that the 18-25 age group is a particularly hard age to navigate in life. I was lucky to have a good support network around me and now I want to help other young women with a safe space to talk where their views, voice and feelings matter. The Truro group is a great space for young women to connect with other peers who understand the path your travelling.

A wee bit about me outside of group! I have two little girls and two cockapoo’s who keep me busy. My other passions are weight training and I have now taken up running just so I can listen to my audiobook more. I believe exercise is so important to help us to feel better mentally as well as physically. I also love baking.

AMY

I’m Amy and I co facilitate the Falmouth group.

When I was a teenager I was diagnosed with social anxiety and I’ve been through, and continue to go through, many tough times with my mental health.

I have navigated my way through many life challenges so far and I want to support young women through theirs. I’m a huge believer in having informal conversations about mental health and holding non-judgemental spaces for anyone having difficulties with their mental health.

I know first hand how scary it can be to do something new and unfamiliar, but if you can make it to our session on a Monday in Falmouth you will be warmly welcomed as part of our community.

AMY PENZ

Georgia’s Voice is very close to my heart because I got involved after my cousin tragically took her own life, it’s been so inspiring to honour her legacy through helping people struggling the same way she did. I have struggled with my mental health too and I feel the most powerful thing that helped me was remembering that you’re not alone! I really believe in the healing power of community building and getting people together. In my job I work as a recovery worker for a drug and alcohol addiction service. I am also an artist and we often do crafty and creative things at group which I love doing.

CIARA

My name is Ciara.

When I was asked to join GV I had no idea of the wonderful impact it would have on my life. For years I suffered with my mental health and as a child I was silenced by my abuser. I don’t want any other young person to suffer in silence.

I want every young person to be able to talk about how they are feeling and to know that they are important and what they say is important. That they are loved and really do matter.

EMMA

Hi my name is Emma and co facilitate the Redruth group with Julie.

I have been supporting young people for 23 years in a range of settings.

Making sure young people receive the information and guidance and support to move forward in life is important to me.

I have supported someone in my family for many years with their mental health, through the good times and bad. So having the opportunity to volunteer at Georgia’s voice is an honor. and 1 i’m very excited about.

I look forward to welcoming you to the group.

GENEVIEVE

Hi my name is Genevieve. I volunteer as a flexi facilitator, mainly covering the Newquay group.

I will also be working as a peer support worker for Georgia’s voice. I’m currently in my third year of my counselling training. I’m really passionate about supporting people who are struggling with their mental health. I feel Georgia voice is a much needed service within our communities. Allowing a space to support each other through difficult times . I feel it’s a real privilege to be part of Georgia’s voice, it’s a fantastic organisation that provides a safe inclusive space for so many people.

GEORGIE

Hi, my name is Georgie and I am the Flexi Facilitator for the St. Austell group.

I am so grateful to be a part of the Georgia’s Voice team. I have worked with young people in various settings for the last 15+ years, a career choice always driven by my own experience of mental health struggles from a young age. I missed a lot of School and College due to my mental health and I know the difference that Georgia’s Voice would have made to me. 

To be able to be there for the girls and share stories and show them that people care and are here to listen, and to provide hope that there is a life ahead is something that I am hugely passionate about.

IZZEY

Hi, my name is Ysella (also known as Izzey) and I co-facilitate the St Austell group.

Cornish born and raised, I love the sun on my skin, the sound of birdsong, citrus flavours, walks with my dog, and being outdoors in all seasons. I am a qualified counsellor with a private practice called Golowhe Therapy, and I continue to work in the outdoors with over a decades experience in a variety of roles.

Through leading many groups and activities, as well as my counselling experience with students of Cornwall College and Callywith College, it felt like the perfect opportunity to bring all this together and support Georgia’s Voice. The 18-25yo age group is often overlooked and, as we all know, can be such a challenging time in life to navigate for so many different reasons. So I am delighted to be able to be here, listen, and offer support for wherever life’s journeys take us, and look forward to meeting you soon.

JULIE

My name is Julie and I co-facilitate the Redruth group.

I am incredibly proud to be part of the Georgia’s Voice team, beautiful Georgia was my goddaughter.

I believe all young women deserve better, to attend a safe haven of friendly support groups, to be part of a cause, to enable young women to know about, promote and access local services that they may require.

To promote and help young women to establish and find the meaning behind wellness, self care and help build, boost and recognise their own self esteem and promote a healthy wellbeing to discover their true worth.

KAY

My name is Kay and I’m a co-facilitator for the Newquay group. Being a lady of a certain age, I have a lot of lived experience with mental health issues such as depression and ptsd, both myself and family members. I always say I have big ears for a reason, I’m always willing to listen.

I’ve been vegetarian/vegan for nearly 40 years, and I’m a huge animal lover. At the moment I have just one cat, who loves a snuggle. I’m interested in holistic therapies, and read tarot cards, and I’m also a lover of crafts. I have my dream job at the moment , teaching sewing, so you can expect to have lots of craft activities!

I make an awesome cup of tea (I’m awful at coffee though!) so I’ll happily put the kettle on.  I look forward to welcoming you to the group.

LAURA

I am Laura and I co facilitate the Truro group.

I am a mother of 10 yrs old twins as well as being a psychologist student. I am from Argentina which is the country with more psychologists per capita than the whole world. This meant I grew up understanding how important it is to prioritise our mental health , without being judgemental and to talk openly about it which can promote awareness and reduce stigma.

I suffered and continue to suffer with mental health concerns, so I truly believe that offering a safe space to young ladies where they can share their experience, feelings and emotions is something that can help them to feel valued, listened to and supported.

I can say that joining to Georgia’s Voice as a volunteer was one of the best decisions I’ve made in years. It is such a a rewarding role and an amazing experience.

SHELLEY

As a Facilitator for the Penzance group, I am dedicated to creating a compassionate, safe space for young people facing mental health challenges.

My personal journey with depression as a teenager drives me to support others who may be going through similar struggles. Alongside my volunteer work, I serve as a Public Health Practitioner for children and young people in Cornwall, where I offer guidance on healthy lifestyles and have delivered suicide intervention skills training across the county. I also support parents and carers, helping them navigate the challenges their young people may face.

At the heart of our group is the belief that every young person deserves to feel heard, valued, and connected. We’re here to support each other, build resilience, and, just as importantly, to share some fun moments together. Creating a space where young people can be themselves is something I’m deeply passionate about.

TUESDAY

Hey there, I’m Tuesday, co-facilitator for the Newquay group.

I am so excited about this opportunity, as it is something not only close to my heart, but I also have personal experience with. I have lost friends to suicide and even had thoughts of it myself; I felt completely hopeless, full of despair and did not feel I had anywhere or anyone I could turn to. I couldn’t have imagined the life I lead today. It gives me great joy to be a part of an amazing organisation, which helps to provide a safe non-judgmental space and support for young women to come together, as a beacon of hope.

In my spare time, I help others with alcohol addiction through their recovery, as with most challenges in life, they’re easier to face when you’re not alone. I also volunteer with another organisation to improve access to the coast path in Cornwall, with the aim to improve health and wellbeing. I am passionate about personal growth and development, including continuing my studies in completing diplomas in similar fields such as life coaching, hypnotherapy and energy healing, to name a few.

To relax and unwind, I really enjoy loosing myself in a good book or having a soundtrack playing to sing and dance to. I also like getting out and having an adventure, near or far. Other things that light me up are my family, my dog (La Luna), cooking, astrology, tarot, board games and creative writing.

Looking forward to meeting you all and getting to know each other better!

HANNAH

My name is Hannah and I am one of the Peer Support Workers at The Hub. To me, mental health is a human experience impacting us all. One that we need to be mindful of and look after alongside our physical health.

I was pregnant with my second child, when my partner was killed in a road accident almost 17 years ago. I suffered from crippling anxiety afterwards, navigating my own grief, and that of our then three-year-old daughter. I have watched my daughter over the years, and the ebb and flow of the trauma she suffered, and how it has impacted her mental health at different stages. It has made me acutely aware of how different forms of trauma in childhood can impact young people’s fragile mental health.

I started working with Georgia’s Voice when the Hub opened, I absolutely love supporting the beautiful young women who come through our doors. It’s a very simple thing, women supporting young women through connection, understanding, empathy, and warmth. With the hope that our stories can gently inspire them with hope.

All the women who work and volunteer for Georgia’s Voice have lived experience of mental health and are the most beautiful group of humans 💜. I’m so incredibly proud to be a part of this little charity that makes such a huge difference.

HELEN

Hi, I’m Helen. I volunteer with Georgia’s Voice as a Group Facilitator and Counsellor in Training. Alongside my work with Georgia’s Voice, I am studying for a Person-Centred Counselling.

I wanted to be involved with Georgia’s Voice because I believe everyone deserves to feel heard, accepted and supported, especially during difficult times. Like many people, I have experienced challenges with my own mental health, which has given me an appreciation of how important connection, understanding and hope can be.

One of the things I value most about Georgia’s Voice is the sense of community it creates. I have seen how powerful it can be when women realise they are not alone and have a safe place and good people to support them.

The most rewarding part of volunteering is watching confidence grow and seeing women recognise the strengths and potential they have. Small moments of connection, kindness and understanding can make a real difference.

If there is one thing I would like people to know, it is that we all struggle and seeking support is a sign of courage and strength.

Georgia’s Voice offers understanding, connection and hope. It is a place where women can be themselves, feel accepted and find support without judgement, and I am very proud to be part of that.

Hey I’m Abi, a Counsellor from Cornwall.

I work with Georgia’s Voice because I believe nobody should have to face mental health struggles alone and what GV do is something I would have dearly valued when I was younger. Seeing what the charity offered inspired me to become a Peer Support Worker so I could provide understanding to other women. Working here gives me an added sense of purpose and I look forward to my time at the Hub as I’ve met some lovely humans there.

Having experienced my own challenges and felt incredibly lonely at times, I know how powerful it can be to feel heard, understood and supported which is exactly what Georgia’s Voice does. I know how valuable it is to have someone who truly listens without judgement, even when everything feels messy.

My lived experience helps creates a connection through empathising with the difficult head spaces some of the young women are navigating. While everyone’s journey is different, I genuinely understand many of the emotions that can come with struggling. I am able to let them know its okay to feel how they feel, and not shame them.

It’s rewarding being able to meet the women where they are and create a space where all their parts are accepted. Its an honour to hear their stories and see them realise they are not alone. I keep coming back because the moments where you hear how GV is their safe space matters, and the sense of community at Georgia’s Voice is incredibly special.

If being hard on yourself was going to make you feel better it would have worked by now – you are not your thoughts! Asking for help is a strength and don’t believe everything you think. Recovery isn’t always a straight line, but with the right support things can and do get better.

Georgia’s Voice feels like an extended family which is built on connection, compassion and hope. It provides a welcoming space where women can be their true selves without fear of judgement and actually saves and changes lives. No matter what people are going through, there is always laughter and I appreciate that so much.

I’m Jen and I’m proud to be a peer support worker for Georgia’s Voice.

This charity has always had a special place in my heart as Georgia was a dear friend of my daughter’s. I witnessed the impact of her loss and how it rippled out to those who loved her. I knew from the moment Sophie founded the charity that I wanted to be involved, and now here I am, a proud member of the Georgia’s Voice family.

Since joining Georgia’s Voice 2 years ago I’ve seen first hand how both loss and love create ripples. I’ve seen and felt the impact of suicide and poor mental health, but I’ve also witnessed the power of love, empathy and community, and how the support we give can transform lives and give hope to those who struggle. To say that we make a difference seems an easy statement to make, but that’s exactly what this wonderful charity does – it saves lives. The young women who walk through our doors are all incredible, because they’re taking steps to make their lives better, and I’m so proud to play my part in helping them step into their futures and to walk by their side. It’s not always easy but it’s the most rewarding work I’ve ever done. Everyone matters, and Georgia’s Voice is here to remind every single young woman of that.