In June 2023 CrewCymru emerged as a beacon of hope for children and young people in South Wales, that may be facing challenges hindering their access to traditional education. At the helm is Lisa Brunt, a passionate advocate for the well-being and future of the younger generation.
During her various roles in education, including Assistant Head of Year, Lisa witnessed the inadequacies and gaps in the system.
Frustrated by the challenges, which include a lack of funding, resources and essential skills set needed to address the well-being and mental health of students, Lisa was prompted to channel her passion into creating a solution, with CrewCymru’s inception being testament to her commitment to changing lives.
She aims for the organisation to contribute to broader systemic change by advocating for necessary reforms in collaboration with policymakers, educational institutions and communities.
Standing out as an organisation dedicated to providing bespoke specialist support and well-being interventions to children and young people aged 13-18, and focused on those facing challenges such as trauma, adverse childhood experiences, anxiety and ASD/ADHD, CrewCymru goes beyond academic support with a holistic approach that addresses the multifaceted needs of each individual.
Beyond individual impact, Lisa understands that every child is unique, and their challenges are diverse. All interventions are tailor-made to meet the specific needs of each young person, recognising the importance of considering their backgrounds, experiences, and individual characteristics. This personalised approach ensures that the support provided is not only effective but also respectful of the individuality of each young person.
As a relatively new company, CrewCymru are excited to be developing and growing, allowing them to be able to provide more specialist support to those children and young people that desperately need it and to help them on a pathway to brighter futures.
When we asked Lisa what she values most about being an FSB member, she told us “I love that from the very first event I attended I was made to feel welcome and part of a wonderful organisation.
Since becoming a member I have already started using the many resources provided to help me grow my business. Other members have been really supportive and the FSB team are always on hand to answer any queries that may arise.”
To find out more about the wonderful work that Lisa and CrewCymru do, please visit their website and follow Lisa on social media