I bring passion, empathy, and tenacity to make a difference. My journey living with mental ill health drives my advocacy for workplace wellbeing.

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Growing up in poverty and around domestic abuse in Liverpool was challenging, compounded by struggles to understand my sexuality at a young age. My first thoughts about no longer wanting to be here I can remember at just 11. At 18, I was elected to Liverpool City Council, becoming the UK's youngest politician. I championed community engagement and charitable causes, sitting on several committees, working for a Member of Parliament, and serving as Mayoral Lead for Looked After Children.

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Despite ongoing mental health challenges, I found purpose in community work. Volunteering since I was 15, I later led charities to increase their impact. At 26, I became CEO of Citizens Advice Wokingham, guiding the charity through COVID-19 and the cost of living crisis. Under my leadership, we helped 126% more people than when I joined, consistently achieving above-national average scores in our annual people survey. I was honoured with the Excellence in Leadership award for my motivational, compassionate approach to mental health and authentic leadership.

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In 2020, after years of seeking answers, I was diagnosed with Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder and ADHD Combined Type. This personal journey has deepened my understanding of the barriers to accessing support.

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I've trained over 1,100 people in Mental Health First Aid, taking immense pride in equipping individuals to support others. Today, I provide consultancy grounded in my experience navigating change and uplifting teams. My goal is to foster psychologically safe, inclusive cultures that deliver effective, meaningful services that positively impact our communities.

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My path has been difficult, but it fuels empathy and resilience. I am determined to create and shape services, workplaces, and communities where we empower each other. Though the future is uncertain, I strive to live purposefully, confronting challenges with optimism. By sharing our stories, we can transform society's approach to mental health.