Multiple Sclerosis Society of Jersey C.I.

Committee Members

Laura Kearns

Treasurer

Laura joins us as Treasurer, supported by her experience as a Chartered Accountant working in the local banking industry following a background in audit. Laura sought this role as an opportunity to support and give back to the local community.

Charlie Dwyer

Honorary Secretary

In June 2024 Charlie was invited to become Honorary Secretary by existing members of the Committee. Charlie has worked in the finance industry for nearly 20 years and draws upon his experience and knowledge to provide the MSSJ with administrative assistance and support.

Christen Richards

Committee

Christen Richards comes to us from Columbus, Ohio. She has been resident in Jersey for 3 years. She lives with her partner and toddler daughter (plus two, extra-large cats) and they enjoy spending time on the water and cooking together. Christen has a background in languages, political science and education. She has more than 8 years of legal experience in the US, 5 years of teaching experience in a variety of settings and going on 2 years legal experience in Jersey as well. Christen is fluent in Spanish. Christen’s mother was diagnosed with MS at the age of 34 so this is a cause that is near to her heart. She is excited to be a part of the committee and is looking forward to getting started.

Lynne Shaw

Committee

I am a healthy individual with a family member who has MS which as you know is a disabling disease and I would like to help make a difference to anyone who has this disease. I do not take my good health for granted but would like to offer help where needed.

Tracey Freeman

Committee

Tracey was invited to join the Committee by Committee Members Jackie Brien and Lynne Shaw. She is pleased to have this opportunity to help local suffers of MS by raising funds and assisting with administration, such as arranging events and updating the MS Society of Jersey website etc.