History of Power of Parenting
How we Started
Power of Parenting (POP) was founded by Paul and Samantha Adams in 2016. After Paul’s retirement from the Met Police and with Samantha finding some additional time amidst her responsibilities as a mother to their four children, they set out to make a meaningful difference for local foster children.
With their children's support, who were ready to play an active role in the fostering journey, Paul and Samantha trained and became certified foster carers for Bracknell Forest Council in 2012. Since then, they have profoundly impacted several young lives—a purpose they find both fulfilling and deeply rewarding. Their hope is to inspire others to get involved, as an increase in support and foster carers could transform countless young lives.
Now, several years later, POP has grown beyond their original vision. With the help of an expanded board of trustees, the organisation is poised to take its next steps, creating an even greater impact in the lives of vulnerable children.
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Trustees
Chris Edwards (Chair)
Chris Edwards (Chair)
Chris Edwards (Chair)
Chris joined POP in September 2023 after a successful career in the Telecoms industry, where he gained extensive experience in both operations and sales. Following his retirement in November 2022, he is now dedicated to supporting POP's mission and values, striving to empower children and care leavers to reach their full potential and become the best versions of themselves
John Weaver
Chris Edwards (Chair)
Chris Edwards (Chair)
After a 35 year career in BT in senior leadership roles, John is now a Non Executive director in the NHS and on several private sector boards. John's aim to leverage this experience to benefit a charity which is very close to his own heart.
Philip Dugdale
Chris Edwards (Chair)
Georgia Callahan
With first hand experience as a former Foster Carer, Phil understands the profound impact that positive experiences and learning opportunities can have on young people’s aspirations and skill development. Committed to helping them reach their full potential, Phil brings this dedication to his role as a Trustee, where he continues to focus on providing meaningful support in every way possible
Georgia Callahan
Georgia Callahan
As Counter Manager at Barclays Bank, Reading, Gia brings undoubted financial expertise to the table. Something we will need more and more of, as our growth accelerates.
Georgina Adams
Georgina Adams
Living with Foster Siblings is not always easy, Georgie does it with so much grace and love, her experience is invaluable to the charity.
Operations
Victoria Griffin
Victoria Griffin
Victoria Griffin
Victoria joined POP in March 2025 as Operations Manager. With a background in IT Service Management, and working in schools, she has experienced corporate business and working day to day with children.
Joy Cook
Victoria Griffin
Victoria Griffin
Joy joined POP in October 2019 as Operations Manager to support Paul in the day to day running of the charity. With a background in IT sales & Marketing, as well as having run a couple of her own businesses and extensive work in the charity sector to support her son's special needs schools.