Hisham has a Masters degree in International Development Management from Bradford University and has worked in the NGO sector for over 13 years. He chose this field of study as he finds helping people extremely rewarding and wants to use his experience to support our community in the best way possible.  Hisham says ”As a man working in the field of mental health, I’ve discovered a deeply rewarding journey of compassion and growth. My presence has provided a diverse perspective, breaking through stereotypes and fostering connections with clients.”

Suzanne has been at Bradford District and Craven Mind since 2019 as a Recovery Worker for the Sanctuary. Prior to that she worked for a relationship charity for 12 years and has a background in product management. She is currently studying a diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and she wants to help people overcome struggles so they can live the best life they can. Suzanne is passionate about offering the best service possible to clients so that no one has to struggle on their own. She believes that: ‘We all have a unique story, people can go through very dark times. I endeavour to show them some light and bring a bit of hope into their story.’

Masira is a qualified counsellor with a degree in psychology, and she has dedicated her career to the mental health sector, focusing on the intersection of mental health and race. Passionate about reducing inequalities and promoting equity, she is committed to ensuring that marginalised communities receive accessible and culturally sensitive mental health care.

Her extensive experience in community engagement and development has been pivotal in shaping her inclusive approach to mental health services. Since joining Mind in Bradford in 2021, Masira has been leading initiatives to support people with severe mental illness (SMI), ensuring they receive essential care and services. Her work focuses on addressing mental health disparities and advocating for systemic change, making her a compassionate and effective advocate in the field.

Izzy has a Masters in Philosophy & Psychology and is passionate about improving the lives of those living with a mental illness. Izzy believes in the importance of holistic approaches to mental health care, taking into consideration the physical and social factors when developing services. She strongly upholds that everyone should have access to care and support, and has joined the team to help improve the physical interventions available to those with a severe mental illness. Aside from her Psychology background, Izzy is also a qualified Horticulturist and Florist, and enjoys horse riding, walking and cooking in her spare time.

Mehnaz has been working in the voluntary sector for more than 15 years designing and implementing projects that offer support for children and adults. Her journey at Bradford District and Craven Mind began during the pandemic when Mehnaz decided to volunteer to help support people with their mental health particularly with anxiety and bereavement. Mehnaz say’s “My journey has been very rewarding, no two days are the same which is what I love the most about my role.”