Our Ambassadors

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Steven Caulker is currently a professional football player and a passionate advocate for mental health. 

Having faced significant challenges with addiction and depression, Steven's journey exemplifies resilience. He strongly believes that being open about his experiences is crucial in mental health advocacy, as it allows him to engage with others who may be encountering similar struggles. 

His commitment includes supporting community programs aimed at helping those in adversity, whether through sharing his personal story or guiding individuals to the resources they need to understand they are not alone. 

Steven has represented Great Britain at the 2012 London Olympics, earned one England cap, and currently serves as the captain of the Sierra Leone national team.

Tom Carter is a young professional goalkeeper and an exceptional young man committed to his career in professional football. 

Tom came through West Brom’s Academy before moving to MK Dons, where he represented them at U18 and U23 levels. After being released by MK Dons, he joined the English Northern Premier League side, Soham Town Rangers. 

At that time, Hibernian FC Academy Director Steve Kean recognized Tom's potential and offered him a trial at the Edinburgh club. After training and fitting in well, Tom was signed until the end of the season, with the option for one further year. Following an additional year with the Edinburgh club, Tom departed and had a short spell with Coalville Town. 

Throughout his journey, Tom has had to cope with moving away from home at a young age to pursue his dream of playing professional football and becoming self-sufficient. His resilience and dedication also reflect his involvement in community programs and mental health advocacy, making him a great role model for any young players due to his work ethic and positive attitude.

Kylla Sjoman is a former professional footballer who represented Canada at the international level and competed in the quarter-finals of the Champions League. Her career spanned six countries, including Canada, the US, England, Scotland, Germany, and the Czech Republic, where she faced a range of challenges unique to the women's game. As the first North American player to join the newly formed Women's Super League in 2011, Kylla has witnessed the growth of women's football and the essential support needed to host the best players in the world.

Transitioning from the pitch, Kylla redirected her passion towards community programs aimed at sport for development. She has worked with initiatives across over 20 countries, utilizing football as a tool for positive social change. Her dedication to empowering communities led her to become the Community and Partnership Manager at Alive and Kicking, the world's only not-for-profit football manufacturer. In this role, she champions the transformative power of sport, fostering partnerships and initiatives that create a tangible difference, while also advocating for mental health awareness through sport.

Beyond her professional endeavours, Kylla shares her insights and experiences through her blog, "The Expired Athlete." In her candid reflections, she explores the highs and lows of professional football, its impact on her mental health, and the challenges of retiring and adjusting to life after sport. Kylla's journey reflects resilience, dedication, and a steadfast commitment to leveraging her platform for positive change, both within and beyond the realm of football.