Directors.
I’m a mum to 4 beautiful children – however, sadly one of my babies lives in heaven.
My name is Beckie Ramsay and in 2011 I suffered the worst heartache any parent could. My first born son lost his life while swimming in open water.
I’ve run doing it for Dylan for the past decade and since losing my son to open water I’ve made it my life’s mission to educate to eradicate water related fatalities. As I learned about the dangers I felt compelled to teach all I could about all I’ve learned to as many people as possible. Over the past decade I’ve actively tried to reduce water related fatalities wherever possible. I’ve spoken to over 180, 000 people to date & supported numerous families through numerous things to do with bereavement on their journey.
For my passion, dedication and determination I’ve received numerous awards. Many at a local level and some at a national level such as an archangel awarded from ROSPA and a British Empire medal by order of the Queen. I’ve lobbied parliament and influenced change across the country in many areas.
BA (Hons) Criminology Criminal Justice, University of Central Lancashire.
CMI Strategic Management, Member of the Federation of Drug Alcohol Professionals (FDAP)
Rachel currently works as a Senior Manager within Healthcare, specialising in criminal justice and addiction.
With a degree in Criminology Criminal Justice, Rachel worked for a large national charity for almost 15 years before moving into the healthcare sector.
Rachel brings a wealth of experience in charity policy, governance, contracting and fund raising. Alongside this, Rachel is experienced in developing evidence based awareness sessions in areas such as risk taking, consequential thinking and impulsivity, particularly linked to substance misuse.
Quote: I am delighted to be on the Board of this wonderful charity. My two children were friends of Dylan and so this charity is close to my heart. I have watched Becky tirelessly campaigning to raise awareness of water safety to reduce the number of water related deaths.
Retired firefighter, 24yrs operational 4yrs in community safety, lead on water safety, swift water
rescue technician, most successful project water line rescue boards 37 in S Yorks on retirement.
I have been a primary school teacher for 30 years and I’m currently a headteacher at a primary school in Chorley.
I’ve known Beckie since Dylan and my son were at primary school together and I’ve always followed and supported her campaign over the years to educate as many people as she can about the dangers of swimming in open water.
Beckie is a powerful speaker and I’ve seen the impact she can have first-hand on children when she’s spoken at my school. I want to ensure that children in as many schools as possible can hear her message.