BASE Announces New Chair as Julia Green Steps Down

It is with a mix of immense gratitude and sadness that the British Association for Supported Employment (BASE) formally announces the stepping down of our dedicated Chair, Julia Green, after many years of outstanding leadership and unwavering service to the supported employment sector.

During her highly impactful tenure, Julia has been a passionate, tireless advocate for disability inclusion and workplace equality. Her strategic vision has helped guide BASE through numerous critical national policy shifts, and her commitment to elevating the voices of supported employment professionals has fundamentally strengthened our organisation.

A Legacy of Advocacy

Under Julia’s steadfast guidance, BASE has seen substantial growth in both membership and national influence. She has been instrumental in fostering vital partnerships with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), local authorities, and major employers, consistently championing the evidence-based Supported Employment model as the gold standard for inclusive recruitment.

We extend our deepest, most heartfelt thanks to Julia for her extraordinary dedication. While she is stepping down from the role of Chair, her profound legacy will undoubtedly continue to inspire and shape our ongoing work for years to come.

Looking to the Future

As we navigate this important leadership transition, BASE is incredibly excited to welcome our newly appointed Chair [Name to be confirmed/announced shortly], who brings a wealth of deep industry experience and a shared, powerful commitment to our core mission.

The new Chair will begin their term immediately, leading our dedicated National Executive Committee as we continue to relentlessly advocate for high-quality, fidelity-driven supported employment services across the UK. We look forward to sharing more details about our new leadership and our strategic priorities for the upcoming year very soon.