Nominated by: Regan Louis
THE former chief executive of a charity supporting Islanders with experience of the care system has been praised for changing young people’s lives by giving them a voice.
Susie Richardson, who served as chief executive of Jersey Cares for 18 months, has been nominated for the Ambassador of the Year award.
Mrs Richardson took on the role in early 2025 following a 24-year career in the criminal justice system, which included three-and-a-half years as governor of HMP La Moye.
During her time at Jersey Cares, an independent advocacy charity for people with care experience, she secured a commissioned relationship with the government to provide independent advocacy for children in care and care leavers.
Nominator Regan Louis credited Mrs Richardson with having a profound impact on his own life.
“Susie has not only changed my life by offering me employment at the lowest time in my life, but she has also changed many young people’s lives by being their voice and making a change for them,” he said.
Mrs Richardson continues to be involved in Jersey Care voluntary initiatives and contributes to the leadership team at St Mark’s Church, where she focuses on safeguarding and supporting vulnerable Islanders.
