06/03/2026
Celebrating International Women’s Day – 8 March
This weekend, as the RNLI marks International Women’s Day, Humber Lifeboat is proud to shine a spotlight on two of our remarkable volunteer crew members whose dedication and spirit embody everything this day stands for.
Meet Vicki Judge
Vicki joined the Humber crew just over a year ago and brings with her a love of the outdoors, hands‑on creativity, and a deep compassion for both people and animals.
When she’s not on station, you’ll likely find her walking her three dogs, tending to her garden, or building something new—whether that’s a greenhouse, a shed, or a piece of furniture. Animals are a huge part of Vicki’s life. She fosters for a cat rescue and has two cats of her own.
It was a very personal journey that led Vicki to join the RNLI. After undergoing cancer treatment and receiving extraordinary support from those around her, Vicki felt a powerful desire to give something back. Helping others matters to her, and the water has always been a place of calm and clarity. Joining the crew felt like the perfect way to combine both.
Meet Laura Allan
Laura also joined the crew just over a year ago. A mum of three and a business administrator, she somehow still finds time to be a voice actor and take part in theatre productions.
A passionate water‑sports enthusiast, she spends much of her free time paddleboarding and open‑water swimming.
Laura’s bond with the sea runs deep. As a child, she tragically lost an uncle in a scuba‑diving accident—an event that shaped her family’s lifelong support for the RNLI. So when Humber Lifeboat relocated to Grimsby and began recruiting local volunteers, Laura didn’t hesitate. She knew instantly that she wanted to be part of the crew.
Reflecting on her decision, Laura said: “I’m avidly involved in water sports and have been caught out by tides myself. It feels good to be giving something back to the community and be better educated about sea conditions, tides and optimising safety when out; for myself, my daughter who accompanies me and others.”
Vicki and Laura’s stories are powerful reminders of the courage, resilience, and generosity that women bring to the RNLI every single day. Their dedication to helping others—whether through personal experience, community spirit, or a lifelong connection to the sea—captures the very essence of International Women’s Day.
We are incredibly proud to have these two inspiring women on our crew. Their presence strengthens our station, our community, and the lifesaving work we do.
Photos: RNLI Humber
SMO: Mike Brenchley
