CHRISTIAN DOUGLAS
- MA Social Work in Progression
- Professional Certification in Management
- BA Hons Business Studies
- Youth Work Level 3 (London Youth)
- NVQ 3 Information, Advice & Guidance
- Prince2 Project Management
Christian has a diverse background in social work, rehabilitation, and project management. He has worked with leading UK charities like St Giles Trust, YMCA, Mencap, and Catch 22, and contributed to Interserve’s Transforming Rehabilitation agenda. With frontline experience and business acumen, he holds a Business Management degree and a Masters in Social Work from the University of Leeds, aiming for a PhD in Criminology and Social Work. A top mentor, he has guided over 200 high-risk young offenders, specializing in gang-related rehabilitation and desistance programs, including six years at West Yorkshire Probation.
Christian is a dedicated family man, inspired by three generations of his family with extensive experience in the health and social care sector. With a 13-year career across various sectors, his passion has always been working with young people who have faced adversity. As the director of two companies, he supports at-risk youth in London, focusing on gang and knife crime prevention, and provides supported housing for young people leaving care in Doncaster.
Christian has become a specialist in gang prevention, successfully diverting hundreds of young people away from gangs and knife crime. His expertise and achievements are widely recognized, leading to invitations to meet Prince William and advise the Government on crime-related issues. He has also featured on media platforms such as BBC Breakfast and Radio 5 Live to discuss challenges facing young people.
Throughout his career, Christian has supported young people from diverse backgrounds on their journey to personal independence, finding great satisfaction in seeing them thrive. His own lived experiences and childhood challenges motivate him to help others overcome adversity and succeed.
MICHAEL APPIAH
- 5 GCSE A-C including maths and English
- ABC Level 1&2 certificate in youth work
- Level 2 certificate in fitness Instruction QCF (Gym)
- Volunteer youth work 2011-2012
- Merton Youth Justice team, Mentor & project worker 2012-2014
- Unique Talent – Gangs worker and mentor, workshop facilitator 2015-Current
- Just Learn education – Support worker 2018-2019
Growing up in Mitcham, Merton, I was drawn into gang involvement and serious crime, which impacted my family and led to police attention. A mentor’s guidance and opportunities, like NVQ courses, helped me turn my life around, leading to employment and personal growth.
Inspired by this support, I joined UNIQUE TALENT to give back to my community, mentoring young people and providing guidance to help them build better futures. Passionate about gang intervention and prevention, I use my experiences to educate youth, parents, and professionals on the dangers of gang life, aiming to steer young people toward positive paths.
JEROME SEWELL
- Head of media and film, Head of Rollsafe
Studied film and broadcasting whilst growing up in a difficult neighborhood in South London. Previously established Spirit Warrior Ltd where I worked with Olympic athletes and a range of sports champions publishing articles, books and videos. Joined Unique Talent formerly in 2019 and runs a department that creates productions, employs young people and teaches employment skills.
- Life challenges: living in a gang hit neighborhood in Croydon, South London.
- Hobbies- reading and magazine writing
- Youth work- helping young people from my community is a lifelong ambition to change the future of my community
- Biggest achievements: completion of 100 Mistakes feature film project and Rollsafe project. Directorship and founding of several companies.
Russelle Williams
- Strong foundation in mental health nursing
- Expertise in social work, particularly focused on social inclusion
- Specializes in assessment and program development
- Skilled HR lead, experienced in candidate selection and team alignment
- Passion for mentoring and social enterprise
Russelle Williams has significant experience in mental health nursing and social work, with a focus on supporting ex-offenders and fostering social inclusion. He works to break down barriers for individuals excluded from society, using social enterprise and entrepreneurship to create opportunities for reintegration. Russelle also specializes in assessing needs and developing tailored solutions, while excelling as an HR lead by selecting candidates who align with organizational goals.
Driven by a passion for social change, Russelle Williams is committed to empowering individuals, especially ex-offenders, to overcome adversity and reintegrate into society. He believes in the transformative power of mentoring and strives to create opportunities for social inclusion through his work. Russelle’s goal is to help individuals become their best selves and contribute positively to their communities, using his skills and experience to foster meaningful change.