DJ Schak announced as new patron of a new North East NHS Trust charity

The announcement was made at The Trust's prestigious Annual Staff Excellence Awards, held at Newcastle Civic Centre, and hosted by Sky Sports' Peter Graves.

The event was an opportunity to celebrate the outstanding dedication and hard work of CNTW and NTW Solutions staff, highlighting those who have made a significant difference in the lives of service users, carers, and colleagues throughout the year.

North Shields native Schak is a music producer and DJ whose work is deeply inspired by his North East roots. He has quickly become a household name and in 2023, he signed with Ministry of Sound, and his hit track 'Moving All Around marked his breakthrough into the mainstream with over 33 million streams worldwide.

Following his 2024 release of 'Yesterday', which was named BBC Radio 1’s ‘Hottest Record,’ Schak has continued to captivate audiences. His impromptu rave in a Newcastle chain of Greggs gained further national attention.

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On his appointment as CNTW NHS Trust charity patron, Schak, said: “It’s an absolute honour to be working alongside the fantastic team members.  The North East moulded me into the person I am today, without which I wouldn’t be in the position I’m in now. Being able to serve my community and contribute to making the North East a better place makes me feel like I’m fulfilling my purpose as a human being.”

James Duncan, Chief Executive of CNTW Trust, on Schak’s Appointment James Duncan, Chief Executive of CNTW Trust, shared his excitement about Schak's new role: “We are excited to announce Schak as our new charity patron at CNTW Trust.

“We hope that his passion for promoting mental wellbeing, along with his incredible talent as an artist, producer, musician, and DJ, will inspire others to engage with mental health support.

“With his strong ties to North Shields and influence in the creative community, we know he’ll raise awareness and support for the important work we do. We can’t wait to see the positive impact he’ll make.”