DANIEL MENDES
Child Welfare Officer
Daniel Mendes brings a rare combination of elite sporting experience, safeguarding knowledge, and lived transformation to Lineage Community CIC.
COMPETITIVE ACHIEVEMENTS
A former 2x Southern Area Champion and accomplished amateur boxer, Daniel understands discipline, resilience, and responsibility at the highest level of the sport.
- • 2× Southern Area Champion
- • Senior ABA London Novice Champion (2011)
- • ABA London Elite Finalist (2012 & 2013)
ROLE & VALUES
Beyond the ring, Daniel has dedicated his career to mentoring young people aged 12–16, supporting their development both emotionally and socially.
Having personally experienced significant life transformation — from former drinker and smoker to professional athlete — Daniel leads by example. His lived experience enables him to connect authentically with young people facing challenges and to guide them with honesty, empathy, and accountability.
As Child Welfare Officer, Daniel ensures that safeguarding, wellbeing, and duty of care remain central to everything Lineage does. His role is to create a safe, structured, and supportive environment where every young person can grow with confidence.
QUALIFICATIONS
Daniel holds multiple professional qualifications, including:
- • Designated Safeguarding Lead Level 3
- • Advanced Child Protection
- • Mental Wellbeing in Children and Young People
- • Understanding Low Mood and Depression
- • England Boxing Level 1 Coach
- • England Boxing Qualified Judge & Timekeeper
- • Sports and Exercise Science (BTEC National Diploma)
- • Level 2 Fitness Instructing
- • Level 3 Personal Training
- • Sports Nutrition & Gym-Based Boxing
BEYOND BOXING
Outside of boxing, Daniel is a published author and performing poet, reinforcing his belief that strength and expression can coexist.
Dan’s website: www.strive85.com