Simon Blake

Simon Blake is Chief Executive of Brook, the young people’s sexual health charity.  Brook combines clinical and support services, education and training with campaigning, advocacy and lobbying.

Simon is Chair of Compact Voice, an independent body which represents and negotiates with government on behalf of the voluntary and community sector.  The Compact is the agreement that aims to ensure that the Government and the voluntary and community sector work together in partnership to achieve common goals and outcomes for the benefit of communities and citizens in England.

In 2011 Simon was awarded an OBE for services to the voluntary sector and young people.

Related Sessions
Saturday 30 October 2010, 1.30pm Courtyard Gallery
Publications

Sex, Alcohol and Other Drugs: Exploring the Links in Young People’s Lives (NCB, 2008)
Faith, Values and Sex and Relationships Education: Addressing the Issues (NCB, 2002)


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