Cellmate to CEO | Mandy

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In this brand new series, Cellmate to CEO, Tony Supreme, CEO of Soul Surge Wellness, who has lived experience of the criminal justice system himself, talks to other CEO’s, leaders and changemakers about their transition from prison to leadership.

In this episode, Tony chats to Mandy Ogunmokun, the founder and CEO of Treasures Foundation. Mandy shares her inspiring journey from addiction and the revolving doors of prison, to founding a trauma-informed recovery charity for women. Mandy talks about the power of faith, personal growth, and the importance of having supportive people around you.

Useful organisations:

• Treasures Foundation- Providing safe accommodation in East London and specialist outreach support to women with histories of addiction, mental health, trauma and experience of the criminal justice system.
• Samaritans- Whatever you're going through, a Samaritan will face it with you. We're here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• UKNA- We are Narcotics Anonymous in the United Kingdom & Channel Islands. If you have a problem with drugs, we are recovering drug addicts who can help you get and stay clean.

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