Who we are

Hi, I’m Vanessa. I work as the Project Manager for The Family Partnership, which means I oversee the day-to-day running of the service and work closely with both the advocates and those accessing our services to ensure the highest quality advocacy service is provided and the parents we work with are happy with the outcomes they have achieved. I have a background in project management in both the private and charitable sector within Mental Health & Advocacy and am a practising Relevant Persons Representative and Independent Mental Capacity Advocate.

My name is Manu and I am a part-time advocate with The Family Partnership. My background comes from the corporate world where I qualified as a Coach & Mentor for Chief Executives and senior management in Central London. I am currently training for my qualification in Independent Advocacy and have extensive experience within the Deprivation of Liberty sector for vulnerable adults. My passion is in supporting the individual in identifying and clarifying their rights and helping them discover a clearer way forward in their lives.

Hi, I’m Kate and I’m a part-time advocate with The Family Partnership. I have been supporting people through advocacy for nearly two years. I have a qualification in Counselling, and I am studying for my qualification in Independent Advocacy. I also have experience working with young people in the care system. I feel passionately about people’s rights and freedoms, and I am proud to be part of this partnership. I hope to help families who are going through the child protection system, feel heard and included.