Driving change in Hanwell
Hanwell’s Town Team has 18 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
“I have lived and worked in Hanwell for over 20 years and was elected in May this year to the Council – being part of Hanwell Your Voice Your Town Team along with Cllr Ray Walls provides an opportunity to get to know many enthusiastic and active members of the community who are prepared to work hard, listen to each other and the community, contribute their ideas and energy to enable Hanwell residents make a positive difference to their community together.”
Councillor Clare Welsby
Local councillor
“Originally from the North West, but I have lived in and around Ealing since 2003. As my family grew we moved to Hanwell in 2019 for the schools, green spaces and, personally, the Dodo. The community events are what sets Hanwell apart and I want to positively contribute to building a prosperous future, for everyone, here. ”
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
“I am currently on the LTA Course leading to become a professional Tennis Coach, I am dyslexic, a small fact I would like you all to know, although my special powers are coaching tennis, making tennis fun, purposeful and entertaining, most of my practical learning is Elthorne Park, whereby I happily engage with members of the community in Hanwell, every day , I enjoy sharing interests of fun learning, discipline and positive mental behaviours and attitudes, learning more about respect and diversity. ”
Josiah Oridota
Hanwell resident
“I’m a mother, architect, and participatory urban and community development consultant. I love volunteering, especially in initiatives that bring people together to create something meaningful. I’m passionate about bridging design with social purpose. I’ve called Hanwell home for almost seven wonderful years filled with nature walks, building stick houses with my kids, and meeting and learning from lovely people from all over the world.”
Lina Reslan
Hanwell resident
“I have lived in Hanwell since 1998 and been a councillor in North Hanwell since 2002. I have also lived in the borough of Ealing all of my life. My children have grown up in Hanwell and now I have grandchildren are growing up in Hanwell. I became a Team Member of YVYT to help improve our town and encourage more people to use their skills and experience to improve Hanwell.”
Councillor Ray Wall
Local councillor
“I love the community aspect of Hanwell and being involved with YTYV just confirms this, as the energy and the ideas are amazing. In my spare time I'm a trustee and also help to run The Store Cupboard which is a food support charity in Hanwell ”
Sharon Averill
Hanwell resident and manager of The Store Cupboard
“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