C Aware is a first-of-its-kind programme that we run in partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support to increase cancer awareness amongst fishermen. Such an important project needs a stellar team behind it! Based out of North Shields, meet the dream team behind C Aware:
Deb Johnstone – Cancer Community Programme Manager
Deb has been with the Fishermen’s Mission since November 2023 as the pioneer of the C Aware programme. As she’s come into this role, she has been a great joy to learn about the fishing industry and the average day in the life of fishermen in North Shields and beyond.
Deb loves to meet new people and spending her spare time with a good book.
Raj Nair – Cancer Community Engagement Officer
Raj is our feet on the ground, talking to the fishermen of North Shields and learning about the kind of support they need.
In Raj’s spare time he likes keeping fit, spending time outdoors and nature. Before joining the C Aware team in October 2025, he worked in Special Needs education. He also has experience working within the NHS primarily in hospitals and advocacy. Raj enjoys interacting with people and volunteering to make a difference.
Lynne Carr – Cancer Community Champion Volunteer Lead
Lynne joined the C Aware team in January 2026, and is enjoying meeting fishermen and their families. Working closely with the Cancer Champions, Lynne is discovering new facts about fishing in North Shields and loving watching the catch come in.
When not working, Lynne enjoys hiking in the Northumberland hills and swimming (although not usually in the North sea!)
