Meet The Team
Kendra Houseman
I am the Founder of Out of the Shadows and a dedicated trainer and consultancy advisor specializing in safeguarding, particularly in areas like exploitation, Child Criminal Exploitation (CCE), Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE), and county lines.
In 2016, I launched Out of the Shadows to share my lived experiences with professionals and raise awareness about critical issues such as child exploitation, county lines, domestic abuse, parental imprisonment, mental health, and school exclusion. My journey drives me to ensure that no child or young person has to face the challenges I endured.
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With a unique perspective on the impact of these issues on children, I am committed to empowering professionals to make a difference and advocating for systematic change to meet the ever-evolving risks facing our youth.
I hold a degree in Health and Social Care and a Master’s in Advanced Child Protection from the University of Kent, along with a professional background in safeguarding children in education and a Postgraduate Certificate in Autism.
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Out of the Shadows Associates
At Out of the Shadows, our training associates play a vital role in enhancing the learning experience. They prepare materials, interact with learners, and provide support to create a welcoming environment. These dedicated professionals help develop training content and collaborate with trainers to ensure that each program runs smoothly, leading to successful outcomes for participants. Together, we are committed to empowering learners on their educational journeys.
Sherry Peck
I bring to my work wisdom, learning and understanding gained over a number of years across a variety of sectors.
I have experience as a Chief Executive, Director and Practitioner and have worked in the commercial, statutory and charity sectors. I have worked as a volunteer and on a number of boards as a trustee.
My experience straddles a variety of sectors including children and adults health and social care services. I have a strong personal integrity and am able to engage comfortably with a wide range of individuals - be they children who are service users, senior commissioners, relevant academics and members of the public.
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Supporting others to be their best selves is important to me and is something that has been central to my entire career.
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Website: SP Associates
