MEET OUR DIRECTORS
The Pioneers Project CIC is a small team of caring, passionate, empathetic people wishing to make a difference in the world. Here is a brief overview of our board of directors who ensure that we work transparently to effect positive change in the lives of those we share this journey with.
LISA DAWSON
Lisa is the person who keeps the organisation ticking over, with a responsibility for the administration and finance as well as leading on the community work, including the re-development of Bull Point Barracks. She has 20 years’ experience working in community settings, delivering youth work and development opportunities, and is educated to degree level.
JEFF DAWSON
Jeff drives the school’s work element of the organisation and has been responsible for growth in that area. He ensures all staff working with vulnerable young people are trauma and mental health informed. He also develops the business on a day-to-day basis. He has 11 years’ experience working with young people and is educated to Master’s level.
APRIL HOWELL
April is responsible for ensuring accountability to our overall mission and overseeing the development of our organisational policies whilst also serving as our Designated Safeguarding Officer. She has 13 years’ experience of teaching in formal settings and working with young people on personal development courses, as well as working on community youth work projects. She holds a diploma in teaching.
PHIL BLUNT
Phil is our creative thinker and is key to the development of ideas and physical assets. His vision and blue-sky thinking challenges us to be bold in our effort to fulfil our mission. He has over 17 years’ experience working with young people and communities, as well as several years’ experience building and running his own business.
How to get in touch
Send us a message using our contact form
About Us
The Pioneers Project CIC was born in communities in Plymouth where people face disadvantage, and it has grown to serve children, young people and families who need support across Plymouth and into South East Cornwall and the South Hams in the UK.
Contact
Bull Point Barracks,
150 Foulston Avenue, Plymouth. PL5 1HN