SAMA 82 - Key Persons

Mr Alan Dodsworth

Job Titles:

Member of the Board of Trustees
Trustee
Webmaster

Mr Andrew Lockett

Job Titles:

Treasurer of the Board of Trustees
Trustee - Treasurer

Mr Brian Sherrington

Job Titles:

Member of the Board of Trustees
Trustee

Mr Christopher Howe

Job Titles:

Member of the Board of Trustees
Trustee
Trustee, Public Relations & Charities Liasion

I put myself forward for consideration as a SAMA82 Trustee and Board member having read the ‘call for volunteers' in a 2019 Newsletter. Fully understanding that for the SAMA82 group to continue the splendid work they do; the Trustee positions must always be filled due to legal obligations. As a regular attendee at the SAMA82 AGM, I am also privileged to hold the position of Chairman for the HMS Coventry D118 Association. Therefore, know only too well how important it is for organisations such as SAMA82 to be allowed to continue to provide the critical support environment at so many different levels. It is easy to observe (at the same time be part of it) the comradeship, friendship and the immensely powerful emotions that ebb and flow during our various gatherings throughout the year. This is largely due to the close-knit community of FI 82 conflict veterans that look to associations such as SAMA82, FVF and many others to provide a safety net whenever they feel the need for it. I feel that my experience as a military FI 82 veteran, but also a severely injured survivor of the HMS Coventry sinking, provides me the empathy and significant understanding with many of the FI veterans I frequently mix with. Indeed my own shipmates that I see on a more regular basis often ‘open up' wanting and needing to talk about vivid memories, but most are simply seeking a friendly ear (and support should it be needed) over a few beers and dits. It is perhaps my embedded understanding of my own shipmates and other veterans in all domains that has compelled me to step up and volunteer my services as a SAMA82 Trustee. I sincerely believe I have a lot to offer and am fully committed and honoured to serve my fellow veterans in whatever way I can, whilst I can.