I am a passionate experienced Informal Education Specialist, leading the way in Innovation and engagement. I am a pragmatic, tenacious practitioner who has an ability to join the dots to ensure a joined up approach and sustainable solutions. I am passionate about local community participation and stakeholder engagement undrpinned by cultural pedagogy..I am an evidence based consultant whom has over 20 years of experience working in all settings. I have worked in HMYOI's modelling participation throughout the secure estate demonstrating that the young people should be seen as the solution and not the problem. Central to this model is the notion of accountability and responsibility through my interpretation of cultural praxis.. Currently I am involved in asset transfer opportunities fusing sustainable community engagement and participation together with the Business, enterprise growth and skills agenda. Working as a consultant enables me to drive a community orientated agenda into the hearts and minds of the statutory, voluntary and community sector.