Community Engagement Team

My role is to manage my team to deliver a range of community engagement activities for your communities. My team deliver activities which are designed to improve your quality of life, we support and consult on any regeneration work that we are carrying out and we support customers moving into new communities.

We work with many stakeholders internally and externally to enable us to use their resources and knowledge to ensure that we provide you with the best possible service.

Based in: Cambridgeshire

My role involves working collaboratively with local organisations and communities to offer guidance and support for individuals, families and children. This can include mental health, drug and alcohol dependencies, finance, health and more. I help create connections, wellbeing and involvement opportunities through fun community events.

I aim to build supportive communities where growth makes sure it meets the needs and requirements of the community. I want people to value the areas where they live and have what they need. I will be working with residents as well as other organisations, to bring in the right activities and support, with the aim to create a vibrant, interesting, meaningful and valued community environment where everyone can grow, develop and experience new things.

Based in: Queens Park, Bedford

I help the development of community projects and work closely with organisations to run a community hub called Café Connect. My role makes sure residents are aware of services available to them, understand how to access support and receive advice and information to reduce social isolation, improve physical and mental wellbeing and gain new skills.

I am passionate about empowering residents to volunteer and share their skills as well as develop new skills and build confidence.

I enjoy connecting partners and residents to strengthen community cohesion, improve quality of life and create a safe and thriving community that benefits customers, their families and the wider community.

Based in: Trumpington, Cambridge

My role involves coordinating activities to support the Trumpington community hubs at Trumpington Meadows and the VIP at Trumpington Pavillion.

My focus is on preventing social isolation amongst the older members of the community by identifying their needs and organising engaging activities in line with this. I believe that community is essential to everyone’s health and wellbeing, but it is not always easy to find and maintain.

I am looking forward to facilitating spaces that people look forward to attending each week and creating a safe space to support those who need it.

Based in: Bedford (excluding Kingsbrook and Queens Park)

I run a series of drop-in sessions so residents can connect and engage with one-on-one support with bpha and partners. This will enhance cohesive working with councillors, public health and other partners, which will make for a better customer experience.

I aim to improve the use of our spaces with communal gardens, encouraging customers to enjoy being outdoors and volunteer on garden and food projects. I will be supporting our Homes Team to help reduce anti-social behaviour, working with new partners to offer mentorship and free activities such as swimming and youth hubs.

I really enjoy making community connections that improve mental health and wellbeing, and support residents with the cost of living. Our community hubs are really making differences to people’s lives and it has been wonderful to be part of it.

Based in: Linmere, Houghton Regis

Linmere is a new development in Houghton Regis. My role is to strategically lead the design and development of a community hub that supports housing priorities, customer engagement, community cohesion and wellbeing with a place-based focus.

I’ve previously worked with bpha on a successful project in Bedford, so I’m really excited to now be part of the team.

With this role being based in a new area for bpha, I’m especially looking forward to building new partnerships, exploring fresh opportunities, and playing a part in shaping and supporting this growing community.

Based in: Kingsbrook/Cauldwell, Bedford

I work with residents, community groups and local agencies to support the local community. I am involved in several projects which tackle topics such as fly-tipping, isolation, mental-health, and volunteering.

I also work with representatives from other agencies to enable us to pool our resources together in the hope of having a greater positive impact on our customers and their neighbourhoods. Through community hubs, I can provide and signpost a variety of information and opportunities for residents to get involved.

I enjoy creating an environment where residents feel safe and have a sense pride in the area they live in. I want the community to know that their participation to make a difference is valued and improves the lives and future of not only themselves, but the whole community.

Based in: Greyfriars, Bedford

I am responsible for delivering community engagement for the Greyfriars regeneration project in Bedford. My role involves engaging and consulting with customers and other stakeholders to ensure they are informed, listened to, and involved as regeneration plans are developed.

I support people through change and help make sure proposals are shaped by the views of those most affected. I aim to build strong, trusting relationships with residents, and supporting them to have a voice in the regeneration process.

I’m passionate about helping people feel informed, supported and empowered during times of change, and about contributing to the creation of a thriving, sustainable community at Greyfriars.