Our people - First Light

The First Light Team

From our specialist advisors, to our team of Trustees, everyone at First Light is committed to working together to build safer lives free from domestic abuse and sexual violence.

We’re here for you.
To support you when you need it, along the whole journey.

Our Teams

People you might meet during your journey with First Light:

Church Abuse Resources

Domestic Abuse Resources

Sexual Abuse Resources

“I feel a fire now to sort my property situation and move forward. I don’t need further support at this time, but it was made very clear that I can get back in touch if needed.”

– Survivor

Management Team

Our senior management team includes key representatives from the different areas of the charity. This means we’re always able to consider what’s happening out in the real world and make decisions that really move us forward.

Alex King

Governance & Compliance Manager

Cath Curno

Director of Sexual Violence Services

Clair Street

Safe Spaces Manager

Holly Fowler

Data and Performance Analyst

Linda Mason-Brown

Head of Finance

Lyn Gooding

Chief Executive Officer

Mara Treliving

Organisational Project Manager

Mark Lucking

Strategic Brand & Communication Lead

Mel Francis

Director of Domestic Abuse Services

Nicky Hewlett

Sexual Assault Referral Centre Manager

Nicky Sinclair

Therapy Service Manager

Peter Leatherby

Head of People Services

Rachael Howells

Gloucestershire ISVA Manager

Rachel Barr

Independent Sexual Violence Advisor Team Manager

Sian Lawrence

Domestic Abuse Service Manager

Steve Neal

HR Manager

Susan Robertson

Domestic Abuse Team Manager

Tom Godwin

Chief Operating Officer

“The SARC Team were great. They supported me and this gave me the strength to tell my husband and report.”

– Survivor

Trustees

Our trustees bring a range of diverse experience and expertise to guide and oversee our work. They represent many different professions and organisations, but each of them shares our intent to create a brighter future, free from abuse and fear.