Driving change in Hanwell
Hanwell’s Town Team has 19 members – a diverse mix or people all passionate about Hanwell and working together to make real change.
They are:
“My name is Abigail Bedasee and I’m a member of YVYT Hanwell. I’m a neurodivergent individual. I believe in inclusion of others like me.”
Abi Bedasee
Hanwell resident
Alex Crane
Hanwell resident
Alozie Ogbonna
Hanwell - West Ealing resident
“I have been a resident of the London Borough of Ealing for 33 years and lived in Hanwell for over 20 years. I love the huge variety of culture, heritage and public spaces the area offers - from parks, rivers, canals to small gigs and big festivals. I have now retired from being a Deputy Head Teacher in a neighbouring borough. So I have the time and energy to be more engaged in my local community and being a Town Team member provides the ideal vehicle for this. ”
Anita Woolf
Hanwell resident
“I have lived in Hanwell for over 50 years and was educated here, which helped me navigate life. I now have more time to give back and believe everyone has a part to play. I would rather try than spend my time wondering whether I could have made a difference. I am particularly interested in how we connect different generations in Hanwell and how we build on the rich community that exists.”
Charlie Casey
Hanwell resident
Councillor Clare Welsby
Local councillor
Daniel Hunt
Hanwell resident
“I've been living in Ealing Borough over 20 years, 6 years in Hanwell. I'm passionate about inclusion for all, while promoting community unity, I'm committed to building lasting legacy for our community, I'm Parent Governor at SEN School, Founder of E J Natural Vibes CIC, Founder of Parent For Change, and a Community Champion.”
Elaisha Bedasee
Full-time Carer for SEN Children, living 6 years in Hanwell
“For me, being part of Your Town, Your Voice is about investing in the spirit of Hanwell, empowering people to take ownership of the place they call home and strengthening the bonds that keep us safe”
Evie (Evelyn) Hill
Hanwell resident
“My name is Evron Bedasee, I'm a member of Your Voice Your Town Hanwell, I have lived all my life and study in Ealing Borough, I would love to see a safe vibrant recreational facility for young people to socialise and build friendships.”
Evron Bedasee
Hanwell resident
“Hi, I'm Jeffrine. I'm a mum of two and have lived in Hanwell for over 14 years. I joined the Your Town Team because I'm passionate about community advocacy and inclusion, and wanted to play a more active role in helping to shape the area where I live and am raising my family. I'm looking forward to meeting and learning from other local people, sharing ideas and working together to help make Hanwell an even more inclusive, connected and welcoming place for everyone. ”
Jeffrine Walters
Hanwell resident
“My name is Jenny Jones and I have lived in Hanwell for 27 years. I am keen to improve the look and feel of Hanwell town with improvements to street cleaning, litter, overhanging hedges etc to make our area feel cared for. I want to be able to join in with the community and give something back, and I want to make sure there are projects that support the elderly as well as the young. Together we can make small wins and a difference for everyone in Hanwell. ”
Jennifer Jones
Hanwell resident
Josiah Oridota
Hanwell resident
Lina Reslan
Hanwell resident
Councillor Ray Wall
Local councillor
Sharon Averill
Hanwell resident and manager of The Store Cupboard
Stephen de Gabrielle
Hanwell resident
“I have lived in Hanwell since 2015. I served for several years on the committee of the former Ealing Council Leaseholder Association (ECLA), working alongside the council to improve local housing. I strongly believe that participation and cultural integration are essential to thriving communities, and so I joined the Hanwell Town Team. Professionally, I have worked in marketing for nearly two decades.”
Valerio (Val) Del-Vecchio
Hanwell resident
“ I’m very proud to represent Mahaba Café on the Your Voice Your Town Hanwell team. At Mahaba, we’re passionate about helping young people with SEND grow in confidence and develop new skills to build brighter futures. Community means so much to me, and to all of us at Mahaba, so it’s a privilege to be part of something that brings people together and makes a positive difference to our town. ”
Zoe Diver
Representing Mahaba Cafe