Who We Are

Who We Are

THE IN2CHANGE TEAM

All our staff undergo all relevant safeguarding training and hold Enhanced DBS clearance. 


  • Dawn Pearson

    • Brian Wreakes

    Centre Manager & Founder of In2change

    Brian is the Founder of In2Change since 2006. Working in Category B/local prisons, Brian realised the “missing link” to the rehabilitation of prisoners and their families. 


    Working alongside prisoners together, they designed and created programmes that targeted disadvantaged families, ex-offenders and young people through education and crime awareness. The creation of In2Change, in which Brian played an integral part, was to utilise the untapped knowledge and aspirations of offenders who had made a poor judgement and find alternative solutions to give something back by making a positive contribution to society. 


    Brian has managed his specialist team to assist in high profile cases that have included CSE, and continues to assist in the rehabilitation of offenders through partnerships with HMP’s male and female establishments. 


    Brian has now achieved success for In2Change to expand into a new building - Rutland Hall. From this purposely designed centre, In2Change can further develop and deliver its services and programmes locally and nationally, further enhancing the rehabilitation of offenders and providing valuable mentor support to disadvantaged and vulnerable young people. 


    Brian has over 30 years management experience in a variety of employment, including hospitality, long term unemployed, prisons, ex-offenders, and resettlement. The pinnacle of his career was being invited to Her Majesty the Queen’s Garden Party in May 2016. Brian spoke with her Majesty about In2Change and the new centre that is Rutland Hall in Sheffield which is now open for business. 

    Key experience and achievements

    Brian has over 30 years management experience in a variety of employment including hospitality, long term unemployed, prisons, ex-offenders, resettlement. The pinnacle of his career was being invited to her Majesty the Queen’s Garden party in May 2016. Brian spoke with her Majesty about In2Change and the new centre that is Rutland Hall in Sheffield which will be finished in the summer of 2018. 


    Email: brian.wreakes@i2c.org.uk

    Nikola Anna

    Alternative provisions manager

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    nikola anna

    Alternative programme Manager / Safeguarding lead

    Nikola joined In2Change in 2022, as a Graduate Internship Student from DeMontfort University. Nikola is a BCS (Hons) Criminology and Psychology Graduate, she carried out research and completed her dissertation on 'Unacknowledged and Unsupported: Investigative study exploring the long-term effects of domestic violence exposure during childhood and the impacts on adolescents.'  Nikola is fully trained to work with individuals at risk of criminality or harm due to her past work experience along side her studies, she has completed her Trauma Informed and Safeguarding Training.


    With this knowledge and expertise, Nikola helped In2Change develop some of our bespoke crime awareness programmes that we now deliver across South Yorkshire. Nikola is now our AP Programmes Manager and Safeguarding Lead at In2Change.


    Email: nikola.z@i2c.org.uk

    Phone: 07485990831

    Rebecca Muller

    hair and beauty Facilitator

    Rebecca has over 25 years experience in the Hair & Beauty industry.

    She has worked in various salon environments from luxury spa's onboard cruise ships, running her own salon and most recently teaching in private collages.


    " I love the Hair and Beauty industry and I am passionate to pass on my knowledge & experience to young individuals wanting to get into the industry" - Rebecca


    Email: rebecca.muller@i2c.org.uk

    mani anderson

    head of music

    Mani is our Head of music department at In2change. With over 15 years experience in the music industry, it means we are able to deliver key knowledge and information to our students so that they can progress in music.


    As well as his expertise in music, Mani has grown up and lived around different council estates across the city. With this experience and knowledge mixed with him having family members involved in gang activity, it means that he is able to steer kids away from a life of crime.


    Email: mani.andz@i2c.org.uk



    Alleasha axelby

    Head of hair and beauty programme

    With over 25 years of experience, Alleasha has worked in all areas of the hair and beauty industry. From running her own award winning salon, to delivering full NVQ qualifications in hairdressing and beauty. 


    Alleasha now joins In2Change, delivering our beauty programmes. Bringing knowledge and guidance to aspiring beauticians, helping to re-engage young people back into education while delivering valuable vocational skills and an introduction to salon professionalism. 

     

    Email: alleasha.axelby@i2c.org.uk


    Tyrone salmon

    Crime prevention programmes

    Leading our crime awareness programmes, Tyrone utilises his lived experience to educate disengaged young people on the consequences of criminality and the reality of life within the criminal justice system. 


    During his teenage years, becoming involved in crime. Being both a victim and a perpetrator of knife crime and serving time in a South Yorkshire HMP. 

    Tyrone brings a unique angle to crime interventions, using his own experiences to deter young people from following the same path and inspiring change within the community.   


    Alongside crime intervention programmes, Tyrone also co-runs a Recording Studio and Multimedia Service based in Sheffield, mentoring aspiring artists and musicians of all ages, getting young people off the streets and into the music industry.   

     

    Email: tyrone.salmon@i2c.org.uk






    Arsalan 'Rocky' othman

    Fitness instructor

    Rocky joined the team in 2021, revitalising our on-site gym facilities, ready to train young learners in health and fitness. Cardio, weight training, boxing and nutrition making up the foundation of Rocky's expertise. Not only providing insight into how to work out in the gym, but how good nutrition fuels the body for a healthy and happy lifestyle. 


    Training under legendary boxing coach,  Brendan Ingle, Rocky was inspired to go to University and study Sports Coaching. While completing his studies, Rocky continued to pursue his Boxing passion, becoming British Universities Boxing Champion during his first year of study.


    Now, Rocky is devoted to helping young people in the community follow their sporting dreams, realising their potential and the importance of health and fitness. 


    "I saw youth workers help others and I wanted to give something back. I want to inspire young people to get into sports: that’s why I’m studying to be a sports coach.”

    Dawn Pearson

    Education advisor

    Dawn joined In2Change in 2017 as an Educational Adviser. Highly qualified with a wealth of experience in the educational sector, Dawn has helped In2Change further develop their curriculum.  

    Key experience and achievements

    Qualifications: PhD in Education (currently completing), BA (Hons) in Education & Training, Safeguarding Children. 

    Key Experience: 11 years’ experience in the education sector.  

    Ensuring all our educational activities, qualifications and Ofsted/School regulations are maintained. 

    Trustees:

    Maxine Hughes (Chair)

    Paul Arabskyj (Treasurer)  

    Asha Khan  (Trustee)

    Some of our current volunteers include:

    Sheffield Hallam University students 
    The University of Sheffield students 
    Leeds Trinity University students, Ex-offenders and specialists with lived experience.

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