Chair of Bethel Health and Healing Network

Duncan Moore

Duncan has enjoyed a long and successful career as a leader in Medical Sales and Marketing within the Healthcare sector spanning over 30 years. In the past 15 years, he has specialised in working with SMEs and particularly enjoys the challenge of taking on the big institutions. Duncan is currently the business owner of a small independent Orthopaedic company and an innovative Medical Technology distribution company.

Duncan is respected, motivated, focussed and well known within the community of Professors, Consultants and Clinicians throughout the UK and this has driven one of his passions in being an advocate for men’s health

As A committed Christian man, (42 years) and former Pastor, Duncan allows his faith to do the talking in regards to how he behaves and interacts with those around him in a positive way. His leadership style is of one who is calm and composed under pressure, delivering clear, hands-on leadership and direction in a gracious and respectful way.

His passion for seeing social, racial, health and economic justice prevail for all and at all levels in society, has led Duncan to be an active Board Member for the Human Rights Organisation, Journey to Justice, who assists those with no voice to be heard.

Duncan is happily married (23 years) and has 3 grown-up children. He enjoys a healthy lifestyle, regularly exercises and plays golf. Reading plays a major part in his relaxation time.

As a Doula Champion, you might accompany expectant mothers to prenatal appointments, provide birthing support if needed, help new mums with newborn care and breastfeeding, and ensure they attend their 6-week postnatal checks. You become a trusted companion and advocate for mothers who might otherwise be alone or uncertain.

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You will receive accredited doula training from experienced professionals (led by an ex-NHS midwife) , covering birth coaching, maternal health, and safeguarding. By the end, you’ll be equipped with the skills and
confidence to support women one-on-one.

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This pathway is ideal if you are interested in maternity care or midwifery. It offers invaluable hands-on experience – from attending births (optionally) to postpartum support – giving you a taste of a career in maternal health. Many Doula Champions use this experience as a springboard into NHS roles, midwifery training, or paid doula work in the future.

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Key activities: You will provide one-to-one support through active listening sessions – this could be over the phone, via video call, or in person. You let people share their feelings, and you offer empathy and guidance towards further help if needed (such as suggesting community services). Often, just being there to listen can make a huge difference.

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Training provided: You will undergo intensive training in reflective listening and mental health first response. Our training (often delivered via Zoom over a series of sessions) will teach you how to handle sensitive conversations, maintain confidentiality, and know your boundaries . By completion, you’ll be a certified listening volunteer with skills applicable to counseling or psychology fields.

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Emphasize volunteer scope: Rapha Champions commit to at least an hour per week of listening support for a client after training , which can often be arranged flexibly. You might have regular weekly calls with a client for a period of time. There are also opportunities to facilitate group sessions or community support groups as you grow in experience.

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Benefits and career pathways: This pathway is perfect if you’re interested in mental health, counseling, or social work. The experience you gain – in communication, empathy, and understanding mental health – is highly relevant to careers in counseling, psychotherapy, mental health nursing, or community support roles. Rapha Champions have a pathway to progress into formal counseling courses or mental health roles in the NHS or voluntary sector.” (For example, mention “You could go on to become a paid listening service coordinator or pursue qualifications in therapy – the programme can open these doors.

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