I grew up in North Hertfordshire and have worked in the voluntary and community sector since my late teens, beginning as a volunteer at my local church. After studying Community Development at the University of East London, I built a career supporting local community groups and later worked as a Social Worker for Hertfordshire County Council.

With more than 15 years experience as a community advocate, I have supported individuals facing challenges related to mental health, housing and homelessness, and the benefits system. My work has always centred on ensuring people can access the support they need with dignity, fairness and understanding.

In 2020, I founded Elkanah Community Association. Together with the organisation’s first trustees, Tony Williams and Maureen-Rose Ezeofor, we began operating as the North Herts African and Caribbean Community (NHACC).

NHACC was established in response to the well-documented inequalities and emotional impact experienced by African, Caribbean, Mixed Heritage and Black communities in the UK. Events in recent years highlighted the need for safe, culturally affirming spaces where people can connect, heal and be supported. We exist to meet those specific needs while also contributing to the wellbeing, education and cohesion of the wider community.

Today, as CEO of NHACC, I remain dedicated to promoting cultural preservation, wellbeing and empowerment across the whole community, particularly for those most in need.