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The Renewal Programme has some incredible people working, behind the scenes, who are all dedicated to supporting people in Newham to achieve positive change in their lives. Get to know them a bit better below. 

Peter Laing

Chief Executive Officer

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Peter Laing

Chief Executive Officer

Having joined The Renewal Programme as Chief Executive Officer in March 2020, it’s Peter’s responsibility to make major decisions about the charity, manage the overall operations and resources and act as the main point of contact between the board of trustees and general operations.

Peter has spent the last 30 years working within the non-profit and educational sectors in Newham and his passion lies in working collaboratively to bring out the best in people and communities.

 

Published: 18th March, 2019

Updated: 20th November, 2020

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Louise Vera

Director of Training & Youth

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Louise Vera

Director of Training & Youth

Louise has been with The Renewal Programme since 2005 as the driving force behind our Training & Youth projects. With a background in both, she has extensive experience in the development and delivery of education and youth programmes through contract and grant funding.

Louise is committed to providing opportunities for the local community, enabling them to gain necessary skills and the confidence to lead fulfilled and successful lives.

Published: 20th March, 2019

Updated: 20th November, 2020

Author: Precilia Matiafu

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Damian Callender

Director of Support and Empowerment

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Damian Callender

Director of Support and Empowerment 

As Director of Support & Empowerment, Damian works across the organisation providing guidance & support to several of our projects, those who work within them & our service users.

With 20 years’ experience in sectors such as mental health, criminal justice, substance misuse and homelessness, Damian is passionate about creating enriching opportunities for service users that engage in a variety of specialist services provided by The Renewal Programme.

Published: 27th August, 2019

Updated: 20th November, 2020

Author: Charlotte Gill

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Steve Wyatt

Director of Financial Management & Support Services

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Steve Wyatt

Director of Financial Management & Support Services

Steve is The Renewal Programme’s Director of Financial Management & Support Services. With 20+ years in the financial services and consulting & education sectors, Steve is a qualified expert in – and extremely passionate about - the design and implementation of business process improvements, service excellence and operational efficiency.

Steve boasts professional qualifications in Change Management, GDPR, NEBOSH - General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety, Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt), Agile and Prince 2 project management as well as diplomas in the Psychology of Education, Mindfulness and Life Coaching.

He is extremely passionate about inspiring and motivating staff and volunteers to deliver vital services to the community.

Published: 26th May, 2020

Updated: 20th November, 2020

Author: Abigail Smith

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Paul Evans

Housing Services & Support Manager

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Paul Evans

Housing Services & Support Manager

Paul joined The Renewal Programme in 2019 as Housing Services Manager; his responsibilities include line management of staff, overseeing allocations, rents and tenancy management, managing budgets and housing plans and monitoring the quality of support plans and risk assessments for service users.

Paul’s passion is to empower people and provide opportunities to encourage positive change. Outside of work he has a passion for cycling and cycles around 8000 miles a year.

Published: 5th October, 2020

Updated: 11th February, 2021

Author: Victoria Gottschalk

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Humera Ali

Refugee and Migrant Project Service Worker

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Humera Ali

RAMP Service Worker

Humera has been working at The Renewal Programme since 2016 within the Refugee and Migrant Project as a service case worker. Alongside providing support, advocacy and advice to service users, Humera also organises our bi-weekly food bank, working with local businesses and donors to ensure vulnerable people within Newham have access to essential items.

Humera is passionate about working with vulnerable refugees, asylum seekers and migrants; she believes in empowering unheard individuals and families from all walks of life.

Published: 6th October, 2020

Updated: 11th February, 2021

Author: Victoria Gottschalk

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Victoria Gottschalk

Digital Communications and Marketing Officer

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Victoria Gottschalk

Digital Communications and Marketing Officer

Victoria joined The Renewal Programme in October 2020 as Digital Communications & Marketing Officer. Victoria works across the organisation, engaging with each of our projects and finding stories in the work that we do.

With a background in journalism, marketing & communications, she is passionate about supporting all demographics within the community & ensuring everyone has a safe space. Victoria is in charge of our social media, website and online presence.

Published: 7th October, 2020

Updated: 11th February, 2021

Author: Victoria Gottschalk

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Melanie Berard

Volunteer Coordinator

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Melanie Berard

Volunteer Coordinator