Trustee

Omotara Aquavi Talabi

My name is Omotara Aquavi Talabi. I was born in the UK in 1970. I have worked in Primary Education for over 20 years. I am a Christian widow with 2 grown up children. I attend Glory House London, where I’m a member of the board of trustees and serve within the Finance team. I am very concerned about the plight of the widow and hope to highlight their needs and be a voice for them. I love to read, write and cook.

Ronke Akingbade

My name is Ronke Akingbade I was born in Nigeria but have now lived in the UK for over 20 years. I am a Surveyor by profession and also recently became a school governor. I am passionate about women and seeing us enjoy God’s best in any situation life find us. I also attend Life church.

Bunor Okoromu

I am a Christian parent, as well as a Sleep and Early Years Practitioner. My name is Bunor Okoromu.

I am passionate about empowering families of children and young people with disabilities. Being a parent/professional for 23 years has it perks, as well as being a Mental Health First Aider.
Serving as a Special Needs Governor, I worked and trained in nursery/primary/Special Educational Needs settings for over 20 years. I also volunteered and worked with my local authority and a disability charity to highlight the importance of empowering parents in my professional role.
Currently, I am working on my next related project. I enjoy reading, gardening and travelling alongside having a daily personal relationship with God.

Toyin Akinrinlade

My name is ‘Toyin Akinrinlade, born in Hackney London. I am married with two boys. I am a Christian, am passionate about praying. I belong to a small prayer group, who meet virtually on a monthly basis. I attend New Life Christian Church Wickford, Essex. I serve in the welcome team and about joining the church’s safeguarding team. I work with vulnerable children and their families within the statutory setting – am a Social Worker, also have systemic practitioner’s qualification. I enjoy visiting/contacting friends and families, reading Christian Novels, praying, recently started going to the gym(loving it). I love to support wherever possible, especially people who have experienced trauma or are vulnerable. These I think we all have experience or will experience at least once during our lifetime. My passion to help and support is fuelled by God and my profession.

Susan Ikpefuran

My name is Susan Ikpefuran born in the UK. I have two children.

I am CEO of SmileyArk Kids. By profession I am an early years and parenting practitioner. Over the last 35 years I have provided a range of holistic services such as childcare, youth projects and training in schools and the community
in various London boroughs.

I am a Christian with a love for children, young people and their families including children with SEND.

I desire and have a passion to see every child and young person thrive, bringing out the best in them and achieving their full potential irrespective of their life’s journey.
I am a secondary school governor. And vice chair of Bexley BAME Network.
I enjoy mentoring and love traveling.