Background
28 years working with marginalised communities
I have been working in the charity sector for over 28 years. I am fully aware of the barriers and the inequality that exist for marginalised communities.
I have extensive working knowledge of community and strategic development, working with communities on equality-related issues. I have experience of developing and successfully integrating projects for minority communities throughout Scotland and the UK.
At present I am the CEO of RISE Forth Valley, which stands for Race Inclusion Supporting Empowerment. We help racialised communities in Forth Valley, Scotland, by encouraging inclusion, offering support and advocacy that respects cultural differences, and creating safe places for work and learning.
As a consultant I deliver training on equality, discrimination, cultural and religious awareness, abuse and trauma, and domestic violence and abuse, along with developing and delivering parenting programmes for minority communities. My experience extends to a good understanding of charity governance and law, as I have held positions on several charity boards.
