Newport

As Regional Lead with over 22 years’ experience in the third sector, my work has spanned strategic planning, development, funding, project management, commissioning, procurement, and leadership. I support organisations in the Health, Social Care and Wellbeing environment, helping sustain resilience, meet community need, and engage with partners across Newport, Gwent, and All Wales networks.

As a Youth Volunteer Officer, I support young people aged 14–25 in Newport to get involved in volunteering opportunities that match their interests and goals. I provide guidance tailored to each young person and connect them with placements that help build experience, skills, confidence, and make a positive community contribution.

As GAVO Newport’s Community Development Officer, I support local groups by sharing nearly 20 years’ experience from the voluntary sector. I offer guidance on governance, facility planning and funding applications. I proactively connect with groups, flag relevant grants, and foster collaboration through quarterly forums, ensuring local projects thrive and communities grow.

I work to strengthen partnerships across the health, social care, and wellbeing sectors in Newport. If you are an established or emerging community group; get in touch to explore opportunities for collaboration, support wellbeing-focused projects, and help you to get resources and funding.

I strive to find out what a person’s interests are and match them with a volunteering experience that will enable them to thrive. I work with groups to ensure they have the right mechanisms in place to support their volunteers and promote their volunteering opportunities.