Sophie Fernandes joined The Ulysses Trust in September 2015 as the Business Development Trustee. A public affairs professional by trade, Sophie spent her youth exploring the UK through adventure training with 1083 (Uxbridge) Sqn ATC and later as a Civilian Instructor. She is also a Trustee for education charity Sir John Cass’s Foundation and elected as a Common Councilman in the City of London.
“Joining the ATC at the age of 13 was quite frankly life-changing. I credit it hugely for what I have achieved in my life since. The adventure training in particular, working as a team and taking on responsibilities increased my confidence and belief in what I could achieve. The Ulysses Trust enables all young people from whatever background this exact opportunity. Expeditions can often be life-changing experiences for young people. It might be as simple as providing a young person an escape from their daily environment to show them – and for them to understand – their potential. Expanding horizons is so much more than academic achievement”.