In the beginning...
There was once a group of dedicated gamers who shared a lifelong passion for gaming and a desire to make a positive impact in their community.
They believed in the potential of gaming to bring people together, foster new friendships, and provide opportunities to learn and grow.
Their mission was to ensure that everyone in their community had access to gaming as a hobby, regardless of their background or circumstances.
By harnessing the power of gaming, they aimed to improve the overall quality of life for individuals, creating a space where people could connect, have fun, and develop new skills.
Through their innovative approach, they were able to create an inclusive and supportive environment that enriched the lives of those they served.
Meet the team
Steve Migan - Director of Community Engagement
Favourite game: Sonic Adventure
Favourite console: Sega Dreamcast
Steve has worked in the Community and Charity sector for over 10 years, supporting individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds. He has a life-long passion for gaming and helping others. Free2play was born from his passion to unite the two!
Steve can usually be found out and about, delivering our events, and takes the lead on all our Social and digital inclusion workshops.
By day, Steve works for a National housing association, providing their customers with Digital skills support, as well as providing admin support for the wider team.
When he's not working, delivering events or playing games, Steve is also a keen runner and is working on joining the 100 club for both Half and Full Marathons!
Rhianna Stuart - Director of Hr
Favourite game: The Simpsons: Hit & Run
Favourite console: Sony Playstation 2
Rhianna is an experienced HR professional, responsible for the ‘behind the scenes’ administration and is the person behind the page of our Free2Play Instagram account.
Rhianna also has a passion for the community, with previous experience in community engagement.
With one of her biggest passions being to travel, Rhianna is keen to visit as many different countries as possible.
Besides that, Rhianna is obsessed with golden retrievers, singing parrots and anything Barbie!
Mel Wigley - Director of goals and skills development
Favourite game: Sonic the Hedgehog 2
Favourite console: Sega Master System
Melanie has a 26-year track record in the health, social, and community sector, dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals from marginalized backgrounds.
A passionate gamer herself, she has witnessed firsthand the transformative power of gamification in enhancing wellbeing, fitness, aspirations, and digital skills for neurodiverse individuals.
Driven by a desire for inclusivity, Melanie aims to harness this potential for everyone."
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