Lucy Lucy Elizabeth Cooley Cooley
Co-founder @Come As You Are Cic
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WORK HISTORY
Co-founder @Come As You Are Cic
Bexhill, GB
Major DutiesStrategic Leadership – Co-founded and lead CAYA CIC, embedding neuroaffirming, rights-based approaches throughout all activity.Governance & Compliance – Oversaw policies, safeguarding frameworks, and preparation for CIO status.Programme Development – Designed and coordinated CAYA Pop Up Spaces, Access Alliance, and Changemakers group.Partnership Building – Secured venue and delivery partnerships with The Pelham, Glow Baby Play Centre, The Collective Garden, and De La Warr Pavilion.Fundraising & Finance – Secured and managed multiple grants (including ESCC Short Breaks and Life More Ordinary), produced budgets, and tracked spending.Safeguarding Lead – Designated Safeguarding Lead (Level 3), ensuring safe, inclusive practice across all projects.Key SuccessesSummer 2025 Pop Up Spaces – Delivered 10 inclusive family sessions across three venues (Glow Baby, The Pelham, Collective Garden) with strong attendance and positive family feedback.CAYA Access Framework – Co-produced access tools with families and piloted relaxed sessions at DLWP.Community Advocacy – Initiated the land and lodge campaign for a permanent modular base and sensory garden, engaging funders and local stakeholders.Changemakers – Launched a lived-experience advisory group shaping delivery and advocacy.First Public Event – Hosted Coffee, Chat & Change-Making at The Pelham Coffee Lounge (July 2025), establishing a platform for peer advocacy and support.
EDUCATION
University of Brighton
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Professional Studies of Learning and Development
University of Brighton
Foundation degree, Early Years Care and Education
University of Brighton
Post Graduate Qualification, Early Years Teacher Status
ABOUT LUCY LUCY ELIZABETH COOLEY COOLEY
I have spent 17 years working to improve outcomes for Children, Young People and their families. My energy, interest and ambition to do this has evolved over time. Whilst my job role and team has changed and the work I do has evolved, the reason has always remained the same. I wholeheartedly believe that every child matters and every child should be given the opportunity to reach their potential.
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