Jacqueline Davison
My name’s Jacqueline, I am 62 years old and I am a qualified accountant.
I spent 14 years in the Construction industry holding the position of Finance Director.
Also establishing a non-profit management company for a struggling Industrial Estate, were I held the position as Trustee (Treasurer).
After leaving the private sector, I went to work in the public sector; Firstly, at Chesterfield Hospital as Charitable funds Accountant then Moving to Nottingham University Hospital as Deputy Head of Finance for Research and Innovation.
The role Involved financial management of the Research and Innovation department and financial project management of all its Clinical studies. Supporting Consultants and professors from the initiation of funding applications through to their finalised outcomes.
What is a trustee?
A trustee oversees the charity’s governance and ensures its resources are used efficiently to fulfil its charitable objectives and deliver services.
They are responsible for the correct oversight of resources and protection of the organisational assets and must comply with legal requirements.
How long have you been an SWA Trustee?
I have been a trustee at SWA for three years.
What work do you do on the trustee board?
I am the Treasurer for SWA.
What made you want to join the SWA board of trustees?
In honour of my mother. As a survivor of childhood domestic violence and abuse
I want to be part of an organisation that offers lifelines to women allowing them to break away from perpetrators, thus potentially changing life outcomes for all the family.
Why is the work that SWA does so important?
The work conducted by SWA is imperative as it provides women and Children with refuge and safety from domestic abuse and fear, whilst providing essential support services to empower women to rebuild their life..
What’s one thing you’re proud of in your work as an SWA trustee?
I am proud to Support Hollie, Janet, and the Board of trustees with all things financial from understanding the financial position, budgeting and overall financial planning of the charity to ensure SWA are sustainable in their financial decisions.
In the upcoming government VAWG Strategy what is something you would like to see addressed?
The government's progress toward its 10-year goal of reducing violence against women and girls by half is hindered by short-term funding, which makes long-term planning difficult. I would like to see dedicated, long-term funding for preventative work to be realised and for specialist services (like SWA!)