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My career has not followed a linear path, but has always been driven by a desire for purpose. I began in the finance sector, where I worked on a trading floor, focusing on training people. However, I made a conscious decision to change careers to focus on civic and community work. I started out as a youth worker on the ground, which taught me the power of building genuine, trust-based relationships and truly listening to people's needs. This led me to a career in higher education, where I spent many years as the Head of Widening Participation and Outreach, focusing on breaking down barriers to education. All of these experiences have culminated in my current civic engagement role, where I work to lead strategic partnerships and community-facing work. For more than 20 years, I've been focused on bridging the gap between institutions and the communities they serve.
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My current role is Director of London Engagement at London Metropolitan University, and no two days are the same! My work is centred on translating the university's civic mission into real-world impact. This means a day could involve anything from developing a new strategy for the London Met Lab to meeting with one of our council partners. I might also be found facilitating workshops, connecting academics with community projects, or helping our students find placements that benefit both their learning and the city. It's a role that's all about building and nurturing relationships.
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The HDRC is a perfect fit for my passion for collaborative, place-based work that addresses real-world challenges. What drew me specifically to Tower Hamlets is the incredible potential of this partnership to address health inequalities in one of London's most vibrant and diverse boroughs. The university's decision to name Tower Hamlets as one of our "in-place" boroughs was strategic, given our campus presence there. This means we have a unique opportunity to embed ourselves in the community.
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Advice on housing and financial options for families with children facing severe poverty or homelessness because they have NRPF. Visit the Project 17 website or call 07963 509 044.
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Support for those with NRPF, including to have NRPF condition removed if applicable. Visit the Unity Project website.

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Support for the Black and Ethnic Minority communities in Tower Hamlets including youth programmes, women’s empowerment projects and mental health support.

Languages spoken include Somali, Bangla, Urdu and English. Visit the WIT website or call 020 7790 2650.

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MoneySavingExperts and MoneySavers have created a guide with more than 90 ways to save money on energy, broadband, childcare costs, furniture, water, food, fuel and more.

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Money Helper offers free guidance on money-related issues, including debt, benefits, pensions and savings.

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The Mayor of London’s Cost of Living Hub has been set up to help people access information, financial support, and advice to help manage household finances.

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The government is offering support for households to help with the rising cost of living. Some residents will be eligible for different payments throughout the year.

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