Helen Crook - Trustee
I first visited Nepal in 2002 on a charity trek in aid of the YHA and was struck by the country's beauty and the generosity of its people in face of poverty. Inspired by the work of our trekking guide I wanted to give something back and relieve the hardship faced by many children and adults of Nepal.

 

I was delighted to become a trustee of New Futures Nepal in February 2006, as I have supported the charity since its formation, through fund raising, general administrative duties and co-ordinating the sponsor a child scheme. This has involved taking on many new challenges, including running the London marathon and learning to speak Nepali. Both of which have proved enormously rewarding. I have returned to Nepal numerous times with my family and have a growing knowledge of the country and its culture.

 

As an experienced registered and paediatric nurse, with a specialist paediatric community qualification I have a strong interest in child health and welfare, and hope to continue to use my knowledge and skills to the benefit of the charity and the children and adults supported through our projects.

 

I have two teenage sons and enjoy spending time with my family. I'm a keen walker, cyclist and distance runner and can often be found running in the Cotswold hills near our home.

 

I'm looking forward to the challenges that lie a head in my work as a trustee for New Futures Nepal.