SFTD are pleased to announce that member Jude Starkey will be taking over the role of DAT (Disability Awareness Training) Lead from Vice-Chairman Carole Quayle who has facilitated the DAT programme for the last 8 years. Jude’s appointment will allow Carole to focus on other important areas of the charity.
Jude says “I’m proud to be taking the DAT lead for SFTD, bringing both professional and personal experience to the role. With a background in healthcare, I’ve spent years advocating for equitable access and inclusion, informed not only by my work but also by my lived experience of navigating the world with disabilities. As someone who sails as an enabled sailor, I understand firsthand the importance of creating opportunities that empower individuals of all abilities.”