Sharon Hastings
About Sharon Hastings
Sharon Hastings serves as the Blue Light Programme Stakeholder Manager at Mind, where she leads an anti-stigma initiative to support mental health in emergency services. With a background in education and member development, she engages with various emergency services to enhance mental health support for their personnel.
Current Role at Mind
Sharon Hastings serves as the Blue Light Programme Stakeholder Manager at Mind, a role she has held since 2015. In this position, she manages an anti-stigma programme designed to support mental health within emergency services. Her work involves engaging with various organizations, including Police, Ambulance, Fire, and Search and Rescue services, to enhance mental health support for their staff and volunteers. This initiative aims to tackle stigma and discrimination that hinder emergency service personnel from seeking mental health assistance.
Previous Experience at NHS Trust
Sharon Hastings worked as an Education Facilitator at NHS Trust from 2011 to 2012. During her one-year tenure in the United Kingdom, she contributed to educational initiatives aimed at improving mental health awareness and support within the healthcare system. This role provided her with valuable experience in facilitating training and development programs.
Experience at London Borough of Lewisham
From 2005 to 2009, Sharon Hastings held the position of Member Development Manager at the London Borough of Lewisham. Over the course of four years, she focused on enhancing the skills and knowledge of council members, contributing to effective governance and community engagement in London, England.
Educational Background
Sharon Hastings has a strong educational background, having studied at Westminster Business School, where she achieved a Master's degree from 1993 to 1994. Additionally, she has been studying at the University of Bedfordshire since 2010, furthering her knowledge and expertise in areas related to mental health and education.