Becky has lots of experience in youth and community development across Bradford District, plus extensive knowledge of LGBTQ+ groups, Girl Guiding and food bank networks.

Carys brought more than 35 years’ experience in youth and community development to Bradford 2025, with 25 of those years spent in Bradford. She often uses arts as the key driver to educate and entertain, and has a wealth of experience in bringing diverse groups together into action.

Hamzah has wide links in schools across Bradford, and is currently Vice-Principal at a school in the Dixons Academy Trust (currently on sabbatical). He also has deep links within faith communities.

Hannah has lots of experience in youth engagement, having worked for well-established organisations such as the Bradford Youth Development Partnership and the Bangladeshi Youth Organisation.

Lauren is well established in youth work and community arts in the district. She has experience of running her own organisations, plus plenty of knowledge about running larger-scale community events.

Linda has a background in social work, and has been involved in arts organisations. She plays a key role in the Dominican Association of Bradford.

Piers is a well-known activist and organiser across Bradford with strong links in youth and community circles. He works for the Race Equality Network and has good links in the further and higher education sectors, having previously served as Vice-President of the National Union of Students.

Rukayat may have been relatively new to Bradford, but she’s a passionate advocate for community development and liberation issues. She works in community development at a local centre and is keen on engaging newer arrivals to the district in the Bradford 2025 programme.

Tasif is a well-known world champion boxer who runs a boxing academy within the city. He has great links within the sporting world and has done a lot of work in schools across the district.