MEET THE TEAM

I am passionate about my Christian faith and about people: these two things lead me to work with the most vulnerable and forgotten people in our society. My faith teaches me to always have hope and to always love others as I would love myself, and with this in mind I cannot stand by and do nothing.

Working for Hope Housing enables me to try and support the most vulnerable in our society and to hopefully make a positive difference to the lives of those who feel they do not have any hope or have been forgotten, and to help them realise that they are valued and that they are loved.

I have recently taken over as the COO, and I thoroughly relish in the opportunities and challenges facing us as the charity moves forward into its next phase of growth of reaching out into Bradford. We are not only housing the homeless but trusting in God to truly see Him transform the lives of our clients who represent some of the most vulnerable, marginalised and forgotten members of our society. 

Hope Housing has had the privilege of impacting thousands of peoples lives in so many ways since it first started and we are still doing the same today.  We look expectantly with faith, hope and love to see the landscape of Bradford changed significantly for the better in the years to come.

I started working for Hope Housing in 2017. I'm not originally from Bradford, but I was involved in helping at homeless projects in other cities in my teenage years and in my early 20s.

I've always had a big passion for helping people. I love seeing the way that God often restores life in so many different ways and that we can be his vessels to bring relief, practical support & hope. I primarily work remotely, so I don't have face to face contact with clients, but Hope Housing does excellent work in the city, and I'm glad to be part of that. 

After years in a "normal job", I needed more than a wage, I needed fulfilment.

The words from Jesus sum it up for me; "I didn't come for the healthy but for those who need a doctor." None of us can do it alone, I hope to help people heal, through the love of God.

Love like God, live with Spirit, Do as Jesus.

I started working for Hope Housing in June 2023, new to Bradford originally from London and coming

from a corporate background, nothing could even prepare me for working for such a kind and caring organisation such as Hope Housing. I feel truly honoured and privileged to be part of an amazing team who works tirelessly to help the homeless sleeping rough in Bradford. Being part of the process and seeing our clients as they take those steps to turn their lives around is truly amazing.

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As the Admin for Hope Housing even though I am working away in the background to support our diligent and caring team - each day leaves me feeling truly fulfilled knowing that as a team we are working hard with the help of God to make a difference in people's lives.  

I have worked as an Estate Agent for the past fifteen years. I am Arla qualified and have a passion for all things property.

I feel honoured to have the opportunity to share my expertise to help transform lives of the most vulnerable in our society. As someone who has grown up in Bradford, I have a real desire to do my bit to help those in need in a city that has always been my home. I am grateful that I can come into a workplace where the sole aim is to help people.

After commencing my journey with Hope Housing in August 2023, I finally feel I have found the fitting role for me. Following several jobs that failed to fulfil me, this position actively involved aiding people, bringing me a sense of peace. During my time here, I will function as a Housing Support Worker. Additionally, my role offers an element of assisting a research project within the Criminology sector, which is very exciting. 

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"Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God." 

My academic background is in psychology and social care. My particular interest is trauma and its effect on individuals and their lives - a deeply distressing, disturbing, and life-changing experience. I have a passion to serve God with all my heart and am honoured to be part of a team serving vulnerable adults, offering a light out of the darkness. Personal development and people are important to me, so I intend to pursue a career in counselling. 

God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong (1 Corinthians 1:27).  

In August 2023, I joined Hope Housing as a Business Admin Apprentice, working closely with Veronica through Bradford College. Being from Bradford and witnessing the prevalence of homelessness breaks my heart. My longstanding aspiration has been to contribute to organisations dedicated to assisting those less fortunate. I believe that I possess the skills and drive to facilitate positive change in people's lives. 

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This apprenticeship provides an invaluable opportunity for me to acquire and refine the skills needed to establish a solid foundation for my career, all while fulfilling my lifelong desire to support and uplift the members of my community. 

I am excited to join the team at Hope Housing. I have trained for ordained ministry within the Church of England for the last three years. I am taking a break before ordination to marry and throw myself into a cause I believe so much in. By shining as lights in the world, we shine Christ to the forgotten corners.