Sam Fillingham

Sam Fillingham – CEO of PIP-UK & Rest Advocate

Sam Fillingham is a proud charity CEO, leading PIP-UK—Manchester based, the only UK charity supporting individuals with Poland Syndrome. Under her leadership, the charity has expanded its reach nationally and globally while remaining deeply rooted in the Greater Manchester community, empowering families through advocacy, peer support, and awareness.

Beyond her CEO role, Sam is a passionate rest activist and founder of Wise Heart Yoga Nidra, offering community wellbeing sessions, Nap Clubs, and retreats that support burnout recovery and creative renewal. She works with women and changemakers across Manchester and the Peak District, holding sacred spaces that combine modern wellbeing practices with ancient seasonal wisdom.

Sam believes rest is a radical act of care and justice—especially for those working in charity and community roles. Her work blends leadership, spirituality, and grassroots support to nurture a more peaceful and well-rested world.