EDUCATION WORK
I can't describe how much you inspire me, you are incredible! You have 100% changed my life. I have grown from an anxious thirteen year old into a confident young lady. I am most definitely unrecognisable. My self esteem and ambition shines. I have no words to express how much I will miss you. I will miss your warmth, passion and care you have for us all. You make me laugh, cry, not forgetting the desire you make me feel to succeed. I can't thank you enough for everything you have done - you are a real life superhero. The experience has been mind blowing. Thank you for making my dreams come true. I promise I will believe in myself and have pride.
Young Person, Forge Valley School, Sheffield, UK as part of The Diana Award Mentoring Programme
Young Person, Forge Valley School, Sheffield, UK as part of The Diana Award Mentoring Programme
Lauren made an immediate impact in the Anti-Bullying Training Team and brought with her fantastic facilitation experience and a real passion to change the lives of young people. She delivered enthusiastic training sessions across the country - venturing down to Bournemouth, over in Chesterfield and up to Glasgow and Edinburgh, all whilst keeping a watchful eye over Mentoring and jumping in whenever called upon (which was fairly often!).
Overall, she trained almost 900 young people across the UK and almost 50 different schools! Lauren's feedback was consistently excellent and the rapport she built with students was instant and clear to see. One of the most notable impacts Lauren has made in her brief spell with us in the introduction of a theatre-based freeze frame activity aimed at highlighting realistic scenarios of bullying in schools and appropriate methods of tackling them. Lauren rolled this out and led by example, with young people often citing it as their favourite part of the training day.
Lauren played an instrumental part in building the sheffield office as part of the Mentoring programme, building key relationships with the likes of PlusNet and HSBC. During her time as a Youth Facilitator, she helped over 200 young people and 25 mentors, and always went above and beyond what was required of her. Lauren's dedication to helping and sharing young people is infectious and she inspired others to be the best they can be. Lauren mirrored The Diana Award's values and will continue to serve the young people of Yorkshire with Passion and integrity, She will be missed and we all wish her every luck in the world.
Mentoring and Anti-bullying Programmes, The Diana Award, UK
Overall, she trained almost 900 young people across the UK and almost 50 different schools! Lauren's feedback was consistently excellent and the rapport she built with students was instant and clear to see. One of the most notable impacts Lauren has made in her brief spell with us in the introduction of a theatre-based freeze frame activity aimed at highlighting realistic scenarios of bullying in schools and appropriate methods of tackling them. Lauren rolled this out and led by example, with young people often citing it as their favourite part of the training day.
Lauren played an instrumental part in building the sheffield office as part of the Mentoring programme, building key relationships with the likes of PlusNet and HSBC. During her time as a Youth Facilitator, she helped over 200 young people and 25 mentors, and always went above and beyond what was required of her. Lauren's dedication to helping and sharing young people is infectious and she inspired others to be the best they can be. Lauren mirrored The Diana Award's values and will continue to serve the young people of Yorkshire with Passion and integrity, She will be missed and we all wish her every luck in the world.
Mentoring and Anti-bullying Programmes, The Diana Award, UK
Thank you so much for your help on the day - your positive attitude and easy connection with everybody contributed hugely to the atmosphere and success of the event. Although we were unavoidably absent for most of the event, Sam told us that you were so easy to chat to that guests felt very at ease with you.
The Sheffield Christmas Dinner 2018, Christmas event for young care leavers, Lemm Sissay Foundation, Sheffield
The Sheffield Christmas Dinner 2018, Christmas event for young care leavers, Lemm Sissay Foundation, Sheffield
Thank you for an absolutely incredible week. The way you organised the activities were brilliant, fun and engaging. I've done quite a few activities, been to a few ceremonies and I've never seen someone with the ability to make a group of boys feel as proud and as good about themselves as you. I hope we can keep in touch and if there are further activities I can take part in, please do let me know because I'd love to be a part of it again. Thank you for an incredible week!
Young Person, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
Young Person, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
Lauren took to ABA training straight away and has delivered exceptional training with passion, flexibility and care. Her integrity is never in question and it's clear how much she cares for the young people we work with. Without hesitation Lauren has adapted her role and proven to be an invaluable asset to this organisation.
Anti-Bullying Programme, The Diana Award, London
From training with Lauren and seeing her interaction with young people first hand, her passion for changing young people's lives is abundantly clear. She puts everything into delivering workshops and leaves no stone unturned so as to make sure young people receive the highest quality training possible.
Anti-Bullying Programme, The Diana Award, London
Anti-Bullying Programme, The Diana Award, London
From training with Lauren and seeing her interaction with young people first hand, her passion for changing young people's lives is abundantly clear. She puts everything into delivering workshops and leaves no stone unturned so as to make sure young people receive the highest quality training possible.
Anti-Bullying Programme, The Diana Award, London
You are such a special person. You are one of those people you meet briefly and then never ever forget. Last week with the young people is a memory I'll carry with me for life. I honestly don't think it would have been the same without you. We've laughed, we've cried and we have done such wonderful things together. So thank you for that. I wish you much luck for the future!
Intern, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
Intern, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
I wanted to take some time this morning and send across some feedback for Lauren following the Diana Award HSBC insight work experience last week. Basically she was an absolute superstar! The work before, during and after the whole week was extremely time consuming and challenging however she excelled in all of her input. The set up and detail of the whole week was spot on, and the amount the young people took away was evident. The whole week was a massive success, and this would not have been possible without Lauren’s hard work. It was an absolute pleasure to be part of the week and I am gutted I am not available to assist again with the 2nd week but I am sure this will be just as successful.
Mentor, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
Mentor, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
I just wanted to say a huge thank you and well done for the last two weeks. You have been beyond incredible. Your humour, delivery style, endless games and relatability has really made the two weeks.
Head of Mentoring Programme, Diana Award
Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
Head of Mentoring Programme, Diana Award
Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
Thoroughly enjoyed the week and thought you were an amazing teacher.
Mentor, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
Mentor, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
I can't thank you enough for all your hardwork. Your energy has encouraged me throughout this whole week. I am so grateful and really appreciate your time and efforts. Thank you so much!
Young Person, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
Young Person, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
Thank you for this wonderful experience
Young Person, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
Young Person, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
Lauren, Where do I begin? Thank you for everything. You are amazing
Young Person, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
Young Person, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
Lauren I love your energy. Thank you for making each day fun and enjoyable
Young Person, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
Young Person, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
Lauren you are an amazing mentor. Thank you for teaching me.
Young Person, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
Young Person, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
The way you present yourself with confidence inspires me.
Young Person, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
Young Person, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
I would like to thank you for organizing this amazing week and giving me an opportunity to develop my skills. I hope you enjoyed this week as much as I did and wish you the best of luck for any future plans.
Young Person, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
Young Person, Diana Award HSBC Insight work experience week, London
You are totally wonderful! I have learnt so much from watching you work this year. Your passion, your talent and your commitment has been inspirational so thank you for all you have done for the team. I have loved working with you, a total highlight of this job for me.
Michelle Leeder, Project Coordinator, The Diana Award Mentoring Programme, Sheffield, UK
Michelle Leeder, Project Coordinator, The Diana Award Mentoring Programme, Sheffield, UK
Lauren, Thank you for always going above and beyond what required, it doesn't go unnoticed! Your attention to detail, conscientious nature and ability to build realtionships has helped to make the programme a success in Sheffield. Keep up the good work!
Ellie Cooper, Head of Mentoring Programme, The Diana Award, UK
Ellie Cooper, Head of Mentoring Programme, The Diana Award, UK
A massive thank you for all you doing with the mentoring programme. It has made such a difference to our most vulnerable and disadvantaged students. I have heard so many good things about the positive impact it is having on improving things around school.
Headteacher, Forge Valley School, Sheffield, UK
Headteacher, Forge Valley School, Sheffield, UK
Lauren, Thank you for setting this group up and helping us all gain confidence and creating amazing projects. We will miss you
Young Person, Forge Valley School, Sheffield, UK as part of The Diana Award Mentoring Programme
Young Person, Forge Valley School, Sheffield, UK as part of The Diana Award Mentoring Programme
Thank you Lauren for being the best mentor and for helping and making everyone feel welcome
Young Person, Allsaints Catholic High School, Sheffield, UK as part of The Diana Award Mentoring Programme
Young Person, Allsaints Catholic High School, Sheffield, UK as part of The Diana Award Mentoring Programme
I throughly enjoyed the experience and learning from others. It has actually helped with my confidence. I would never have engaged in a performance in front of strangers, but you are a natural in making people feel welcome and part of the team. We had a nice group of people and this also made a big difference.
Participant, Devising Theatre Workshop, Sheffield UK
Participant, Devising Theatre Workshop, Sheffield UK
This is the best programme that we run in school. Very happy with the content. Lauren is very good, she is inspirational!
Assistant Headteacher, Forge Valley School, Sheffield UK
Assistant Headteacher, Forge Valley School, Sheffield UK
As a mentor for our students, we have been very impressed with how you have engaged some of our more challenging students and have them produce a great piece of work.
Teacher, All Saints Catholic High School Sheffield UK
Teacher, All Saints Catholic High School Sheffield UK
Lauren is excellent. She is very positive and enthusiastic. She engages well with the students.
Teacher, Stocksbridge High School, Sheffield UK
Teacher, Stocksbridge High School, Sheffield UK
It was a fantastic workshop. I enjoyed every minute and it was great to work with an interesting bunch of people. I will definitely come on more of these. I learned a lot that will help with my drama development.
Participant, Devising Theatre Workshop, Sheffield UK
Participant, Devising Theatre Workshop, Sheffield UK
You will exceed in all you do. An amazing worker with young people. You have some really good techniques with the children. Your strategies are truly engaging.
Janet Brown, Mentor, The Diana Award, UK
Janet Brown, Mentor, The Diana Award, UK
You are an amazing facilitator and your passion and enthusiasm is amazing to observe and be a part of in real life.
Emma Scott, Head of Mentoring Programme The Diana Award, UK
Emma Scott, Head of Mentoring Programme The Diana Award, UK
Lauren, Thank you for always going above and beyond what required, it doesnt go unnotived! You attention to detail, concietntious naure and abbility to build realtionships has helped to ake the programme a success in Sheffield.
Ellie Cooper, Head of Mentoring Programme, The Diana Award, UK
Ellie Cooper, Head of Mentoring Programme, The Diana Award, UK
Lauren. Thank you for inspiring all of the mentoring team with your wonderful pictures and stories of your sessions
Project Coordinator, Mentoring Programme, The Diana Award, UK
Project Coordinator, Mentoring Programme, The Diana Award, UK
Mental Health and Positive Thinking
– It was good for everyone to understand what problems people in the same class can have. It really made me think. It was very informative, but fun too. I liked the way people had to act things out.
Body Image and Low Self Esteem
– I can see how others might be upset by what we think is funny. She made it all seem real. There were good things to do. She was friendly and made you want to learn.
Young Peoples Feedback from Y8 PSHE workshop at Derby Moor Community College, Derby, UK
– It was good for everyone to understand what problems people in the same class can have. It really made me think. It was very informative, but fun too. I liked the way people had to act things out.
Body Image and Low Self Esteem
– I can see how others might be upset by what we think is funny. She made it all seem real. There were good things to do. She was friendly and made you want to learn.
Young Peoples Feedback from Y8 PSHE workshop at Derby Moor Community College, Derby, UK
Thank you Lauren for your ideas and creative input. You taught me a lot about presence, attitude and charisma on stage and in a defined space. Your improvisation tasks were both frightening and inspiring, but definitely moved my boundaries. The greatest thing about your classes was how much I learned about myself. I will always appreciate it. You're a great theatre teacher.
Participant Devising Theatre Class, Berlin Germany
'Thank you Lauren for your ideas and creative input. You taught me a lot about presence, attitude and charisma on stage and in a defined space. Your improvisation tasks were both frightening and inspiring, but definitely moved my boundaries. The greatest thing about your classes was how much I learned about myself. I will always appreciate it. You're a great theatre teacher.'
I learnt that it is very good to work with clear deadlines.
Participant Devising Theatre Class, Berlin Germany
I loved the day we worked with our own personal stories (written and physical work). I liked the exercise with the objects too.
Participant Devising Theatre Class, Berlin Germany
It was a really amazing experience for me, and the way you taught was very nurturing for a beginner
Participant Devising Theatre Class, Berlin Germany
Participant Devising Theatre Class, Berlin Germany
'Thank you Lauren for your ideas and creative input. You taught me a lot about presence, attitude and charisma on stage and in a defined space. Your improvisation tasks were both frightening and inspiring, but definitely moved my boundaries. The greatest thing about your classes was how much I learned about myself. I will always appreciate it. You're a great theatre teacher.'
I learnt that it is very good to work with clear deadlines.
Participant Devising Theatre Class, Berlin Germany
I loved the day we worked with our own personal stories (written and physical work). I liked the exercise with the objects too.
Participant Devising Theatre Class, Berlin Germany
It was a really amazing experience for me, and the way you taught was very nurturing for a beginner
Participant Devising Theatre Class, Berlin Germany
Thank you so much for your great work and the pics! Lots of students came to me afterwards and said that it was the best project they've done so far and that they feel all of a sudden confident to speak.
On behalf of all students: A BIIIIIIIIIG THANK YOU!!!
Anna Lindh Grundschule, Berlin Germany
On behalf of all students: A BIIIIIIIIIG THANK YOU!!!
Anna Lindh Grundschule, Berlin Germany
I just want to let you know that my tutor group had a fantastic week with Lauren and George and performed a really great show yesterday. George and Lauren are amazing and brilliant teachers and really put a lot of energy and hard work into this project week! It was great watching the kids learn and pick up all the things they were told and taught during this week.
Gymnasium Rheinkamp Europaschule Moers, Germany
Gymnasium Rheinkamp Europaschule Moers, Germany
Dear Lauren,
Thank you for your never ending enthusiasm patience and willingness to give ours pupils a great experience! You did an outstanding job and we're grateful for all you have done for us.
The pupils and teachers of Grunewald Grundschule, Berlin Germany
Thank you for your never ending enthusiasm patience and willingness to give ours pupils a great experience! You did an outstanding job and we're grateful for all you have done for us.
The pupils and teachers of Grunewald Grundschule, Berlin Germany