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Our Aims WASU aim to breakdown the barriers that prevent people with disabilities keeping control of their own lives. To change the way other people think of them. To get the help needed, for people with disabilities to meet with friends and neighbours.   How is WASU run? WASU is a registered charity run by a Board of Trustees. The Board of Trustees are all volunteer service users from varying user groups. The Chief Executive provides support and advices the board of trustees who make all final decisions on the direction and strategy of the organisation. The Chief Executive is the sole paid employee, and is also the company secretary. Every year WASU holds an AGM to celebrate it’s achievements for the year and to agree the accounts. Elections take place so that new Trustees can join the board. All service user members are invited to the AGM and have the opportunity to vote. WASU Timeline 1996 Worcestershire Association of Service Users (WASU) was formed after Worcestershire Social Services called an open meeting for service users. 2001 WASU becomes an organisation independent from social Services, with the help of Community First. 2002 WASU appoints its first Chief Officer. 2003 WASU holds its first annual conference.     2005 2005 Zana Collins appointed Chief Executive 2006 WASU celebrates its tenth year and gains charity status. WASU moves into new premises at the University of Worcester campus.     2007 Strong links established with the University and the training of students on a variety of courses set up.     2008 Winston Davis appointed as new Chairperson.     2009 WASU celebrates 13 years of supporting Service Users!!     Back to Home Address: University of Worcester, Bredon Room 65, Henwick Grove, Worcester, WR2 6AJ Telephone: 01905 542054 Minicom: 01905 542067 Email: z.collins@worc.ac.uk Charity No: 1116390 Company Limited by Guarantee: 04655734