Reshmi Copperthwaite
Reshmi’s previous role involved managing a provision for children and young people across education settings in inner London that aimed to tackle long waiting lists for mental health support and reduce escalation of difficulties. A particular highlight was the development of a wellbeing programme for children and young people with a learning disability and/or autism which joined up support across schools, homes and the community coordinating with health, social care support and teaching staff. Reshmi believes we need to think creatively around service design based on people’s needs, lifestyles, and relationships, in collaboration with disabled children and young people and those with SEN, and their families.