A charity representing thousands of carers in Wales has appointed a new leader.

Credu, which supports 8,000 young and adult carers in Wrexham, Conwy, Denbighshire, Powys, and Ceredigion, has announced Becky Evans as its new CEO (chief enabling officer).

Ms Evans, from Llandrindod Wells, has been with Credu for five years, having also worked in outreach and as a lead enabler.

She has spent more than two decades in the childcare, education, and youth sectors.

Ms Evans said: "I joined Credu initially because I absolutely loved their ethos, I felt really valued from day one, so to be in this position is a privilege.

"Growing up I was very lucky, I had people who believed in me and that was always the driver behind me wanting to make a difference to people’s lives, promoting inclusivity, diversity and the importance of valuing one another."

Having received the ‘Working to the Principles of Strengths-based Practice’ title at the 2024 Social Care Wales Accolades Awards, Ms Evans called on businesses, educators, and communities across the region to do all they can to shine a light on the "amazing and inspirational" carers all over the country.

She added: "Having worked at different levels of the organisation I possess practical experience of dealing directly with carers, and a different perspective on the position of CEO.

"I was keen to replace the word ‘Executive’ with ‘Enabling’ because that’s what we are all about, promoting confidence and independence."

She added: "We want to shift perceptions as many carers are coping very well, they are not surviving or struggling, they are strong and inspiring and an example to others."

Among the projects Ms Evans led on in past years was ‘The Carers’ Story’, a case study which showcased the effect of Credu’s work with unpaid carers, recognising the strengths and the support networks families bring to their own stories, and access to simplified collaborative communication training.

Sally Duckers, WCD young carers team leader and young carers campaigns coordinator, welcomed Ms Evans to the role, having nominated her for the Accolades Awards.

She said: "Becky is a driving force in our organisation with regards to strengths-based practice."