Our Values

Nicola has extensive experience of running voluntary sector children and youth services. In her previous role at Hackney Play Association, she was responsible for managing adventure playgrounds, youth clubs and Hackney’s play streets project.

Nicola has served as a trustee of local children’s charities and as Chair of the national children’s charity, Play England. She is an author of Play England’s guidance, 'Design for Play: a guide to creating successful play spaces'.

Nicola is passionate about children and young people having better opportunities for play, fun and enjoyment.

Niamh is an experienced strategist, advocate and facilitator. She has previously worked within charities in the education sector, with experience developing the skills of children and young people.

Niamh is passionate about alleviating inequality for underrepresented communities. She is deeply committed to providing children and young people with the best possible opportunities to realise their full potential.

I began my career as a secondary school teacher, where I loved supporting children and young people to learn, grow, and develop. Over time, I realised that the school environment limited how holistically I could support young people, and I wanted to make a broader impact. This led me into youth work, where I found my passion for creating meaningful opportunities and supporting young people beyond the classroom.

Having worked in different trusts and foundations in Asia and the UK, Sarah is an experienced grant-maker with a particular interest in supporting children and young people from less privileged backgrounds. In her previous roles, she managed grants for sports, arts, and culture projects designed to promote social inclusion and youth development.

Apart from her grant-making experience, Sarah has also worked in several fundraising roles. She is excited to combine her expertise in grants and funding to support grassroots organisations in accessing vital resources for their meaningful work.

Patima comes from a development and education background, with a particular passion for supporting grassroots organisations and helping communities thrive. She has extensive experience in the supplementary education sector, having developed a successful network of supplementary schools across London, including one based in Kensington and Chelsea, making her familiar with the borough and its vibrant, diverse communities.

She is looking forward to building meaningful relationships with supplementary schools across Kensington and Chelsea, learning more about the incredible work already taking place, and supporting schools to grow, connect, and access resources. She is particularly passionate about fostering collaboration between schools, sharing best practice, and ensuring that every child attending a supplementary school in the borough feels seen, supported, and able to reach their full potential.

Sion is an award-winning photojournalist and filmmaker based in London, known for his powerful storytelling and sharp eye for detail. His work captures the depth of emotion and narrative within each moment. He has exhibited at some of London’s most reputable institutions, including Tate Britain

Theo’s work centres on removing barriers to opportunity and ensuring young people have access to meaningful guidance, resources, and clear development pathways. He is committed to making sure young people across Kensington and Chelsea are authentically heard and represented at every stage of decision-making, taking a collaborative and strategic approach to youth voice to deliver high-quality, impactful programmes.

His work within the youth sector is driven by a strong commitment to advocating for young people’s mental and physical wellbeing. He prioritises building trust-based relationships that empower young people to grow with confidence, resilience, and a strong sense of agency.