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Trustees

Dr Favour Owolabi, Chair of Trustees - Family Unit Trust

Dr Favour Owolabi

Chair of Trustees

Dr Favour is a passionate and dedicated senior registrar dentist based in Scotland, originally hailing from Nigeria. As Chair of Trustees, she brings exceptional leadership, unwavering commitment, and a wealth of expertise to propel our charity's mission forward. Her dedication is deeply personal, having witnessed a family member's courageous battle with cancer and inspiring survival, Dr. Favour has been driven to make a profound and lasting impact on the lives of those affected by the disease.

With a heart for service and a vision for growth, Dr Favour devotes her time, skills, and passion to strengthening our charity. Her leadership and compassion inspire the team and energise the wider community, ensuring our mission reaches those who need it most. Through her efforts, she champions a future where no one faces cancer alone, creating hope and support for countless individuals and families.

Lorraine Staton, Trustee - Family Unit Trust

Lorraine Staton

Trustee

Lorraine Staton brings over 30 years of expertise in customer care and IT ERP support, combining professional skills with a deep sense of compassion. As an ovarian cancer survivor, she is passionately committed to supporting individuals and families affected by cancer, using her personal experiences to drive meaningful change within our charity.

Born and raised in Chadderton, Oldham, and now residing in Prestwich, Lorraine has a strong connection to her community and a genuine desire to make a positive impact. Her unwavering dedication and resilience are matched by her passion for community engagement, ensuring she remains a driving force in our organisation.

With her extensive professional background and heartfelt commitment, Lorraine plays a pivotal role in the success of our charity. Her leadership and insight continue to inspire organisations, volunteers, and families alike, making her an indispensable member of our team.

Ayomide Oduola, Trustee - Family Unit Trust

Ayomide Oduola

Trustee

Ayomide Oduola has been an integral part of our charity since its inception, dedicating himself to supporting our mission with remarkable diligence. Based in Manchester, Ayomide is a student pilot whose passion for learning and perseverance shines through in all he does. His quiet determination and commitment make him a steadfast force behind the scenes.

Though naturally reserved, Ayomide's actions speak louder than words. His hard work and steadfast support have been instrumental in driving the charity's growth and success, enabling us to continue making a meaningful impact on the lives of those affected by cancer. Ayomide's dedication and perseverance embody the heart of our organisation, inspiring all who work alongside him.

Governance & transparency

How our charity is run.

Our trustees are unpaid volunteers who together form the board of Family Unit Trust. They meet quarterly to set strategic direction, approve plans and budgets, and ensure our work serves the people we exist for.

We follow the Charity Governance Code, publish our annual reports and accounts on the Charity Commission website, and operate clear safeguarding, equality and conflict-of-interest policies.

Future opportunity

Become a trustee

We periodically recruit new trustees with skills in finance, fundraising, safeguarding, HR or lived experience of cancer.

  • Quarterly board meetings
  • Hybrid (Manchester + remote)
  • Full induction & training
  • Travel expenses covered
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