Alana Lukens Email & Phone Number

United Kingdom

London, England, United Kingdom

1. Supporting Newham’s children and young people to have a say in decisions that affect them, through involvement in/co production of Newham’s Youth Citizens’ Assemblies, and a range of local, national and online fora2. Ensuring that Newham’s children and young people are supported to have a say in decisions that affect them, through the Borough’s Youth Citizens’ Assemblies and a range of local, national and online fora3. Working with young people with SEND, Children in Care… Show more 1. Supporting Newham’s children and young people to have a say in decisions that affect them, through involvement in/co production of Newham’s Youth Citizens’ Assemblies, and a range of local, national and online fora2. Ensuring that Newham’s children and young people are supported to have a say in decisions that affect them, through the Borough’s Youth Citizens’ Assemblies and a range of local, national and online fora3. Working with young people with SEND, Children in Care, LGBTQIA+ young people and young carers to enable them to access an enhanced intensive service which is aligned to their needs and which supports their engagement4. Inputting in to the development of Newham’s Youth Service Extended Learning Curriculum5. Day to day management of the SEND offer for the Youth Empowerment Service6. Developing a partnership network of services and resources for SEND young people across an allocated geographical area which promotes and supports the delivery of an inclusive provision that is in line with the development of best practice across the borough.7. Working with statutory and non-statutory agencies to provide activities targeted at individuals / groups in need of particular support, including prioritising support for young people with multiple needs and facing barriers to participating in universal provision8. Managing a team of directly employed youth workers and other sessional / contracted youth workers. Show less

United States

- Support people who experience life with intellectual and developmental disabilities;Deliver person-centered care for each individual, honoring the person’s right of individual choice and input- Communicate effectively and respectfully with individuals supported, family members, medical professionals, coworkers, community members and in documentation- Maintain and promote positive, caring living and working environments.

London, England, United Kingdom

● Champions ED&I across the business, cultivating a supportive and inclusive work environment for all employees● Provides advisory support to the EveryoneEmpowered initiative (ED&I strategy) with regular meetings and events● Coordinates ED&I initiatives, such as becoming disability confident, Race at Work Charter and inclusive recruitment campaigns● Supports the strategic roadmap of change, ensuring change is delivered collaboratively and aligns with Grayce’s vision and mission●… Show more ● Champions ED&I across the business, cultivating a supportive and inclusive work environment for all employees● Provides advisory support to the EveryoneEmpowered initiative (ED&I strategy) with regular meetings and events● Coordinates ED&I initiatives, such as becoming disability confident, Race at Work Charter and inclusive recruitment campaigns● Supports the strategic roadmap of change, ensuring change is delivered collaboratively and aligns with Grayce’s vision and mission● Co-designed and independently delivered ED&I education workshop in line with ED&I policy and delivered to all employees● Coordinates projects for change and improvements in ED&I● Reviews end-to-end business processes to ensure ED&I best practice is embedded● Works in collaboration with the L&D team to ensure appropriate training is carried out● Works closely with the Marketing Team to ensure all internal and external communications use non-discriminatory and inclusive language● Analyses ED&I data, drawing insights and reporting progress against objectives companywide● Acts as a consultant to underrepresented groups and make sure all voices are heard● Ensure the business operates in a compliant and market leading fashion Show less

● Offering therapeutic interventions to support teenagers’ mental health through the use of Motivational Interviewing and life coaching ● Supporting both young people and families who had social care involvement● Case management and coordination ● Work underpinned by trauma informed care and the nurtured heart approach- Delivery of trainings and presentations - Life story Work

● Providing practical support to complex 16 - 25-year-olds facing homelessness and other adversities with the goal to achieve independent living● Experience in supporting crisis Intervention, safeguarding, self-harm, mental health, substance use, domestic violence, suicidal ideation, child sexual exploitation, education, employment and benefits.● Multi-agency working with a wide range of services and organisations; including but not limited to, Children Social Care, educational… Show more ● Providing practical support to complex 16 - 25-year-olds facing homelessness and other adversities with the goal to achieve independent living● Experience in supporting crisis Intervention, safeguarding, self-harm, mental health, substance use, domestic violence, suicidal ideation, child sexual exploitation, education, employment and benefits.● Multi-agency working with a wide range of services and organisations; including but not limited to, Children Social Care, educational institutions, CAMHS, Youth Offending Teams Show less

Postgraduate Diploma, Level 7 - Pgd Strategic Management And Leadership Practice

Pursuing the following Modules: - Professional Management and Leadership Practice - Collaboration and Partnerships - Strategic Management.

Ba Hons, Social Work

● Developing my understanding of current legislation and up to date practice ● Understanding and linking of theories, methods.

Education record

Classes Taken - Psychology - Ancient Societies - Mathematics - Sustainable Agriculture - Yoga