Retired from headship after over 24 years leading two schools. An active voice for equality and equity for over 40 years, sitting on a number of national and local committees. Currently a Patron of The Reach Society – a social enterprise organisation with a focus on enhancing the opportunities for young Black male and female students to access higher education. A Trustee of the Success Club Charity whose team leads Mindfulness programmes in schools and colleges.

Has a wealth of experience working in partnership with school leaders as well as a long history devising and leading programmes on developing future leaders, including Investing in Diversity - Institute of Education - one of the first programmes focused on developing Black leaders in education. Co-led Equal Access to Promotion (NUT/NEU), a programme targeted at increasing the representation of BAME school leaders. Leads similar programmes for other trusts /organisations.