Meet the Team

Our Staff

Becky

(she/her)

Role: Chief Executive Officer

I oversee the day-to-day operations and strategic direction of Equity Partnership, ensuring that LGBTQ+ voices are heard and valued. I’m passionate about equality and inclusion and dedicated to amplifying the voices of marginalized communities in decision-making.

Outside of work, I’m active in Girlguiding, love reading, and enjoy crafting, especially scrapbooking.

Sophie

(she/they)

Role: Marketing & Communications and Groups Facilitator

I support social groups like Coffee Social, Games and Gab, Out of the Box Craft Group, and Out and About. I also create our monthly newsletter—so those emails are from me! I’m passionate about organising creative events for History Month and Pride Month, as well as building our zine library.

Outside of work, I perform in parades and have even learned to fire-breathe!

Phil

(he/him)

Role: Youth Worker

As a youth worker, I love connecting with young people in the community. My favourite colour is dark blue, I’m a Capricorn, and I enjoy gaming and creating art.

Ethan

(he/him)

Role: Youth Worker

I’m passionate about musical theatre, Marvel, and sapphic cinema. In my free time, I play guitar, piano, and banjo, write music, and spend time with my cat, Wilma.

Anna-Marie

(she/her)

Role: Financial Controller

I manage Equity’s finances and admin, along with a range of other responsibilities. My passions include Girlguiding and baking, and in my limited spare time, I love sewing.

Anas

(he/they)

Role: Group Facilitator

Aside of my work at Equity, I enjoy creative writing, watching Hindi films, and visiting coffee shops when travelling to new places.

Our Trustees

Andrea Allez

(she/her)

Role: Chairperson

Professional Background:

With over 40 years in the voluntary and community sector, I’ve supported charities in areas like training, fundraising, and volunteer management. I’ve also championed anti-racism and equality since the 1980s.

Why I Became a Trustee:

I wanted to help Equity Partnership create a safe, welcoming space for LGBTQ+ people and ensure our voices are heard.

Interesting Fact:

I enjoy working with stained glass and often join Equity’s craft sessions.

Kay Thomas

(she/her)

Role: Treasurer

Professional Background:

I’m a Lead Business Analyst with over a decade of experience running my own company. I also champion diversity and inclusion within my workplace.

Why I Became a Trustee:

I’m committed to supporting the LGBTQ+ community and ensuring Equity Partnership continues to provide vital support and education.

Interesting Fact:

I participate in live role-play events and have played characters like an elven magician and a Cornish witch!

Philip Kitson

(he/him)

Role:

Professional Background:

I work as a Youth Worker in Bradford, supporting and uplifting our community.

Why I Became a Trustee:

To help create a safer, more inclusive space for LGBTQ+ people.

Interesting Fact:

I’m a huge fan of the Spice Girls and enjoy savoury treats like hummus and olives. My family includes my partner of 18 years, our young daughter, two cats, and a hamster!

Leon Fleming

(he/him)

Professional Background:

coming soon…

Why I Became a Trustee:

coming soon…

Interesting Fact:

coming soon…

Our Staff

Becky

(she/her)

Role: Chief Executive Officer

I oversee the day-to-day operations and strategic direction of Equity Partnership, ensuring that LGBTQ+ voices are heard and valued. I’m passionate about equality and inclusion and dedicated to amplifying the voices of marginalized communities in decision-making.

Outside of work, I’m active in Girlguiding, love reading, and enjoy crafting, especially scrapbooking.

Sophie

(she/they)

Role: Marketing & Communications and Groups Facilitator

I support social groups like Coffee Social, Games and Gab, Out of the Box Craft Group, and Out and About. I also create our monthly newsletter—so those emails are from me! I’m passionate about organising creative events for History Month and Pride Month, as well as building our zine library.

Outside of work, I perform in parades and have even learned to fire-breathe!

Phil

(he/him)

Role: Youth Worker

As a youth worker, I love connecting with young people in the community. My favourite colour is dark blue, I’m a Capricorn, and I enjoy gaming and creating art.

Ethan

(he/him)

Role: Youth Worker

I’m passionate about musical theatre, Marvel, and sapphic cinema. In my free time, I play guitar, piano, and banjo, write music, and spend time with my cat, Wilma.

Anna-Marie

(she/her)

Role: Financial Controller

I manage Equity’s finances and admin, along with a range of other responsibilities. My passions include Girlguiding and baking, and in my limited spare time, I love sewing.

Anas

(he/they)

Role: Group Facilitator

Aside of my work at Equity, I enjoy creative writing, watching Hindi films, and visiting coffee shops when travelling to new places.

Our Trustees

Andrea Allez

(she/her)

Role: Chairperson

Professional Background:

With over 40 years in the voluntary and community sector, I’ve supported charities in areas like training, fundraising, and volunteer management. I’ve also championed anti-racism and equality since the 1980s.

Why I Became a Trustee:

I wanted to help Equity Partnership create a safe, welcoming space for LGBTQ+ people and ensure our voices are heard.

Interesting Fact:

I enjoy working with stained glass and often join Equity’s craft sessions.

Kay Thomas

(she/her)

Role: Treasurer

Professional Background:

I’m a Lead Business Analyst with over a decade of experience running my own company. I also champion diversity and inclusion within my workplace.

Why I Became a Trustee:

I’m committed to supporting the LGBTQ+ community and ensuring Equity Partnership continues to provide vital support and education.

Interesting Fact:

I participate in live role-play events and have played characters like an elven magician and a Cornish witch!

Philip Kitson

(he/him)

Professional Background:

I work as a Youth Worker in Bradford, supporting and uplifting our community.

Why I Became a Trustee:

To help create a safer, more inclusive space for LGBTQ+ people.

Interesting Fact:

I’m a huge fan of the Spice Girls and enjoy savoury treats like hummus and olives. My family includes my partner of 18 years, our young daughter, two cats, and a hamster!

Leon Fleming

(he/him)

Professional Background:

coming soon…

Why I Became a Trustee:

coming soon…

Interesting Fact:

coming soon…

Our Staff

Becky

(she/her)

Role: Chief Executive Officer

I oversee the day-to-day operations and strategic direction of Equity Partnership, ensuring that LGBTQ+ voices are heard and valued. I’m passionate about equality and inclusion and dedicated to amplifying the voices of marginalized communities in decision-making.

Outside of work, I’m active in Girlguiding, love reading, and enjoy crafting, especially scrapbooking.

Sophie

(she/they)

Role: Marketing & Communications and Groups Facilitator

I support social groups like Coffee Social, Games and Gab, Out of the Box Craft Group, and Out and About. I also create our monthly newsletter—so those emails are from me! I’m passionate about organising creative events for History Month and Pride Month, as well as building our zine library.

Outside of work, I perform in parades and have even learned to fire-breathe!

Phil

(he/him)

Role: Youth Worker

As a youth worker, I love connecting with young people in the community. My favourite colour is dark blue, I’m a Capricorn, and I enjoy gaming and creating art.

Ethan

(he/him)

Role: Youth Worker

I’m passionate about musical theatre, Marvel, and sapphic cinema. In my free time, I play guitar, piano, and banjo, write music, and spend time with my cat, Wilma.

Anna-Marie

(she/her)

Role: Financial Controller

I manage Equity’s finances and admin, along with a range of other responsibilities. My passions include Girlguiding and baking, and in my limited spare time, I love sewing.

Anas

(he/they)

Role: Group Facilitator

Aside of my work at Equity, I enjoy creative writing, watching Hindi films, and visiting coffee shops when travelling to new places.

Our Trustees

Andrea Allez

(she/her)

Role: Chairperson

Professional Background:

With over 40 years in the voluntary and community sector, I’ve supported charities in areas like training, fundraising, and volunteer management. I’ve also championed anti-racism and equality since the 1980s.

Why I Became a Trustee:

I wanted to help Equity Partnership create a safe, welcoming space for LGBTQ+ people and ensure our voices are heard.

Interesting Fact:

I enjoy working with stained glass and often join Equity’s craft sessions.

Kay Thomas

(she/her)

Role: Treasurer

Professional Background:

I’m a Lead Business Analyst with over a decade of experience running my own company. I also champion diversity and inclusion within my workplace.

Why I Became a Trustee:

I’m committed to supporting the LGBTQ+ community and ensuring Equity Partnership continues to provide vital support and education.

Interesting Fact:

I participate in live role-play events and have played characters like an elven magician and a Cornish witch!

Philip Kitson

(he/him)

Professional Background:

I work as a Youth Worker in Bradford, supporting and uplifting our community.

Why I Became a Trustee:

To help create a safer, more inclusive space for LGBTQ+ people.

Interesting Fact:

I’m a huge fan of the Spice Girls and enjoy savoury treats like hummus and olives. My family includes my partner of 18 years, our young daughter, two cats, and a hamster!

Leon Fleming

(he/him)

Professional Background:

coming soon…

Why I Became a Trustee:

coming soon…

Interesting Fact:

coming soon…