West Cumbria Asylum & Refugee Coordinator

I am a Criminology graduate from the University of Cumbria, with a strong academic focus on social justice and equality. My dissertation explored the lived experiences of female asylum seekers residing in dispersal accommodation in Cumbria, giving me valuable insight into the unique challenges faced by vulnerable communities in our region.

Since April 2025, I have been working with Multicultural Cumbria, where I have developed both professionally and personally. I am passionate about supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds and advocating for inclusion, fairness, and community cohesion.
I absolutely love my role and feel incredibly privileged to work alongside such a dedicated team, helping to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives, everyday.

As a charity, we have to raise funds for local projects and core costs. Activities we deliver are:

Culture Bazaar – An annual multicultural event in Carlisle that averages 4,000 visitors over the February half-term weekend.

During Covid-19 Lockdown, we have produced Culture Club Magazine online, to share experiences, knowledge & skills to keep connected and raise awareness of the cultural diversity in Cumbria