PATRON – Group Captain Paddy McKillop-Duffy MA MSc RAF

Group Captain Paddy McKillop-Duffy is a serving officer in the Royal Air Force, currently holding the role of Chief of Staff at the Headquarters Defence Medical Services. With nearly 30 years of military service, Paddy has held a variety of staff, clinical, and operational positions both in the UK and abroad. He resides in Worcestershire with his wife, Sain, and their family, and much of their time is spent being managed by their two Romanian Shepherd dogs!

Upon becoming a Patron of STEPWAY CIO, Paddy shared:

“I am both humbled and excited to join STEPWAY as a Patron and to support Dawn and the team in their outstanding work with our Veteran community. STEPWAY’s values strongly resonate with my own, and I look forward to being part of their journey as they continue to expand and form new partnerships.

The range of services STEPWAY offers is remarkable, and the growing number of referrals they receive reflects both the increasing needs within the Veterans community and the credibility of the organisation. Dawn’s development of the 7-Step Civilian Skills Program is especially noteworthy. This program provides vital life-skills training for Veterans and their families, helping with the transition from military to civilian life and enhancing mental wellbeing.

Since its inception, STEPWAY has grown significantly, now offering a wide range of services, including prison in-reach programmes, community projects, and the popular Banter & Brew sessions. This work, led by a dedicated team, is truly incredible. I feel privileged to support them as they continue to make a positive difference in the Armed Forces Community, regardless of their background or circumstances.”