Barry Macaulay BEM brings over 25 years of expertise in health, social care, and disability to Arts Care, joining from his role as NI Director at the Stroke Association.  His career began in social work and advanced into senior management within the third sector, notably with RNIB and Stroke Association.  Recognised for his impact on Disability Sport in Northern Ireland, Barry was awarded the British Empire Medal in 2019.  A dedicated musician, Barry has been involved with Arts Care for over 15 years, volunteering his talents at countless sessions and events, making him a familiar and passionate advocate for the transformative power of the arts.

Stephanie McKervill joined Arts Care in 2018, bringing a wealth of experience and a lifelong passion for inclusive theatre.  A trained actor, Stephanie has toured extensively across the UK, Ireland, Europe, and the USA in both plays and musical productions. Her work spans roles as director, producer, playwright, and facilitator, with a commitment to creating accessible theatre.  Previously, as Creative Manager at Dark Horse Theatre, she championed ‘the Silent Approach,’ fostering an inclusive space for all.  Stephanie is a dedicated advocate for Creative Health and collaborates closely with Arts Care’s talented artists.  In her downtime, she enjoys singing, playing piano and clarinet, blues dancing, and performing whenever she can.

Julianne Skillen joined Arts Care in October 2023, bringing over 28 years of experience in participatory arts, community, and education.  Originally trained as an art historian and teacher, Julianne has held diverse roles, including Funding Officer for ACNI, Belfast City Council, and TNLCF, as well as Development Manager at Community Arts Partnership and Heritage Officer for ArtsEkta.  She is deeply passionate about the transformative power of the arts and the joy of creativity for its own sake.  Julianne is also a skilled florist and floral arts facilitator. In her spare time, she loves connecting with nature, spending time with family and friends, and relaxing with her dachshund, Frank.

Karen Parkinson joined Arts Care in November 2022, bringing a wealth of expertise in finance and accountancy across diverse sectors.  Since joining, she has transformed Arts Care’s finance department, providing invaluable insights and support.  Passionate about the charity sector, Karen previously spent over 13 years with Sure Start and continues to volunteer with Helping Hands – Autism Support. Known for her vibrant personality, she’s also recognised for having the prettiest office and the most impressive nails around!

Joining Arts Care in October 2022, Rachel Battersby brings over a decade of business administration expertise, with experience spanning Queen’s University, construction management, and The MAC. An art college graduate, Rachel also worked abroad as an arts facilitator, collaborating with arts centres and homeless charities. She continues to pursue her artistic passions and enjoys spending time on the beach with her family.

Rebecca Corr joined Arts Care in October 2024, bringing extensive experience in arts programming, event management, and administration within both private and public sectors.  Previously at The Crescent Arts Centre, she curated Northern Ireland’s largest Creative Learning programme, collaborating with local artists to deliver a wide range of courses and workshops. Passionate about the arts as a force for positive social change, Rebecca believes deeply in the transformative impact of creativity on individuals.  Outside of work, she loves exploring global cuisines, enjoying music, reading, and spending time with family and friends.

Meadhbh graduated from Ulster University with a degree in Fine Art in 2023 and started volunteering at Arts Care shortly after.  Meadhbh started working for Arts Care in January 2024 as Arts and Business Support Assistant and moved on to her role as Programme Assistant for Arts Care’s Social Enterprise function in December 2024.  Meadhbh has always had an interest in community building through the Arts in Northern Ireland and found her passion for Arts in Health through her time volunteering at Arts Care.