Dr. Ayse Demir leads the strategic direction, partnerships and research agenda of the Roehampton Sustainable Futures Hub. Her work bridges sustainability, community development, green skills, inclusive economies and evidence‑led policy.

She has led major applied research programmes on air quality, green infrastructure, gender equity, financial inclusion, and the role of SMEs in sustainable development. Her leadership ensures that the Hub's work is grounded in community priorities, academic rigour and long‑term impact.

Dr. Demir champions co‑creation, working closely with residents, grassroots groups and local authorities to design sustainability projects that are practical, equitable and rooted in lived experience.

She also creates opportunities for Roehampton students to engage in live sustainability projects through placements, dissertations and community‑based research, strengthening both student learning and community capacity.

Prof. Stephen Drinkwater co-leads the strategic direction, partnerships and research agenda of the Roehampton Sustainable Futures Hub. His work bridges sustainability, community development, green skills, inclusive economies and evidence‑led policy.

Prof. Drinkwater champions co‑creation, working closely with residents, grassroots groups and local authorities to design sustainability projects that are practical, equitable and rooted in lived experience.

Dr. Atiqur (Atiq) Khan is a Senior Lecturer in Finance and Governance at the University of Roehampton's Faculty of Business and Law. His work strengthens the Hub's mission by bringing deep expertise in sustainable finance, climate‑related risk, green economic transitions, and the resilience of financial systems.

His research examines how financial institutions, SMEs, and national economies respond to climate change, environmental policy, and sustainability‑driven regulatory shifts.

Dr. Khan has contributed to major international research projects, including a Marie Skłodowska‑Curie Fellowship on green economic transitions, a Development Bank of Wales project on SME environmental policy responses, and a Malaysian FRGS grant on renewable energy and deforestation.

Within the Hub, he supports research design, evaluation, and financial governance, ensuring that sustainability initiatives are both environmentally sound and economically viable.

Dr. Burçak Erdoğan Onur is a Landscape Architect, Environmental Psychologist, Researcher and Permaculture Designer whose work bridges ecological design, human wellbeing and community‑led sustainability.

Her expertise spans nature‑based solutions, environmental behaviour, sustainable place‑making, and regenerative design. She contributes to the Hub's research and community projects, including the inaugural pilot initiative recognised in the UK Parliament.

Her work helps the Hub design sustainability initiatives that are human‑centred, ecologically grounded and socially meaningful, aligning with the Hub's People–Planet–Partnership approach.

Eva plays a central role in shaping how the Roehampton Sustainable Futures Hub communicates its mission, impact and opportunities. She leads on storytelling, digital strategy and community‑focused engagement across the Hub's projects.

With experience across community development, creative communications and partnership building, Eva brings a unique ability to translate complex sustainability themes into clear, compelling narratives.

Eva also co‑leads the Hub's communications and marketing function, overseeing social media, events visibility, brand alignment and content development across LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.

Abena plays a key role in shaping the Roehampton Sustainable Futures Hub's digital identity and communications. She leads on web design, branding, content development and digital infrastructure.

Her work spans website development, visual identity, social media alignment and digital storytelling, ensuring that project pages, events, impact stories and community partnerships are communicated clearly and professionally.

She collaborates closely with project leads, students, community partners and the communications team to translate complex sustainability themes into engaging digital content.

Adele ThankGod is an Air Quality and Environmental Analyst Research Assistant on the ALII project, leveraging SPSS, R, Excel and field monitoring to support evidence-led air quality and green infrastructure interventions, and impact reporting. Her analytical work helps translate complex environmental data into practical, community-relevant insights that inform the initiative's ongoing delivery.

Weijia is an Environmental Technology graduate from Imperial College London, specialising in sustainable cities and urban environments. She brings a strong foundation in environmental science with hands-on project experience in sustainable transport planning and GIS analysis. Her skills support the ALII initiative's work on green infrastructure and localised environmental monitoring across London boroughs.

Kofi Ofori-Mensah is a results-driven Business Analyst with a strong background in finance, operations, and digital strategy, specialising in translating complex data into actionable insights that drive efficiency and growth. He brings a structured, analytical approach to stakeholder requirements, process optimisation, and decision-making across cross-functional and impact-focused environments. Within ALII, his work supports data management, impact reporting and the translation of monitoring outputs into evidence that communities and planners can act on.

Gabriela Molina Murillas is an International Business and Logistics specialist pursuing an MSc in Global Business Management at the University of Roehampton, with strong skills in data analysis, SAP, and Excel. As a Research Assistant, she supports impact evaluation and UKSPF reporting for the Kingston Hive and Green Skills projects, helping to translate field activity into clear, funder-ready evidence that demonstrates community impact.

Archana Tiwari supports the ALII initiative through applied environmental research, contributing to the collection and analysis of air quality data across target London locations. Her work helps build the evidence base that underpins ALII's recommendations for green infrastructure and nature-based solutions.

Archana is a detail-oriented professional with over three years of experience in administration and client relations, currently pursuing an MSc in Global Business Management. Skilled in scheduling, correspondence, and record-keeping with strong communication and organizational abilities. Seeking to contribute in dynamic, growth focused environments.

Archana manages the projects social media accounts, creating content and engaging with the community to raise awareness of ALII's work and impact.

Oluwafemi Oshofisan contributes to the ALII initiative through environmental monitoring support and field research delivery. His work assists in generating the localised pollution data that informs the project's green infrastructure pilots and supports the initiative's broader net zero and sustainability ambitions.

Gabriela Molina Murillas is an International Business and Logistics specialist pursuing an MSc in Global Business Management at the University of Roehampton, with strong skills in data analysis, SAP, and Excel. As a Research Assistant, she supports impact evaluation and UKSPF reporting for the Kingston Hive and Green Skills projects, helping to translate field activity into clear, funder-ready evidence that demonstrates community impact.

Jesutowo Fola-Alao contributes to the Kingston Hive Impact, Learning and Capacity Building Project through evaluation support and community engagement. His work helps strengthen how Kingston Hive captures and communicates the value of its volunteer-led activities, ensuring that community impact is evidenced in ways that are proportionate and meaningful.

Jesutowo is also involved in supporting the design of evaluation tools and processes, helping to ensure that data collection is both effective and respectful of the community context. His contributions are integral to the project's goal of fostering shared learning and continuous improvement within Kingston Hive.

Jesutowo is a service-driven administrative professional with experience in front desk operations, client support, and office management across multiple sectors. skilled in handling confidential information, generating reports, analyzing market trends, and coordinating administrative systems to support organisational goals.

Jesutowo is also a passionate advocate for community engagement and social impact, bringing a strong commitment to supporting initiatives that enhance local well-being and development. His work within the Kingston Hive project reflects this dedication, as he actively contributes to the project's mission of fostering positive change through volunteer-led activities and community collaboration.

Jesutowo handles photography for the Kingston Hive project, capturing moments that highlight the community's engagement and impact.

Aminat Adekola supports the Kingston Hive project through field observation and participation in shared learning processes. Her contributions help the partnership generate real-time insight into community activities, enabling continuous reflection and adaptation as the project evolves.

Aminat is committed to advancing the project's objectives through her dedicated efforts and collaborative approach.

Aminat is an International business and impact professional with experience in research, data analysis, impact evaluation and strategic communications. Supporting a data driven approach to organisational learning and decision-making on the Impact, Learning and Capacity Building Project, delivered under the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) / BIG Growth framework in collaboration with the University of Roehampton

Eva Idugboe contributes to the Kingston Hive project through community engagement and impact communication support. Drawing on her broader communications and digital strategy expertise, she helps ensure that the project's outcomes are clearly documented and shared in ways that strengthen Kingston Hive's visibility and credibility with funders and partners.

Abena Abboah-Offei supports the Kingston Hive project through digital documentation and reporting, ensuring that field activity, learning insights and impact data are captured clearly and made accessible to project stakeholders. Her work complements the project's broader goal of building proportionate, funder-ready evidence for a volunteer-led organisation.

Ruth Kamble is an MSc Global Business Management student at the University of Roehampton with a strong interest in sustainability, CSR, and ethical business practices. She is keen to learn, collaborate, and contribute meaningfully to initiatives that support responsible and sustainable development. Within the Green Skills project, Ruth supports SME engagement, workshop delivery and the practical application of sustainability tools with local businesses.

Ruth manages the social media presence for the Green Skills project, ensuring consistent communication and engagement with stakeholders and the wider community.

Jennifer Yankson contributes to the Green Skills for South London project through training delivery support and SME engagement. Her work helps connect local businesses with practical sustainability tools and knowledge, contributing to the project's train-the-trainer model and supporting businesses to adopt improved green practices.

Jennifer is also involved in facilitating workshops and applied learning activities, helping to ensure that the project's training sessions are interactive, relevant, and impactful for participating SMEs. Her contributions are integral to the project's goal of fostering a culture of sustainability and green skills development across South London.

Jennifer is a Natural Resources Management graduate and master's student at the University of Roehampton offering Global Business Management. She combines sustainability knowledge with business strategy and have hands-on business experience in promoting climate-smart practices through a community-led approach.

Joseph Uzochukwu contributes to the Green Skills for South London project through workshop facilitation and applied learning support. His work helps bring SMEs and university students together in practical, collaborative settings — including the project's hackathon-style workshops — to apply green skills to real business challenges.

Joseph is an MSc Global Business Management student at the University of Rochampton with a strong interest in sustainability, applied research, and stakeholder engagement. He brings experience in project coordination, community-focused initiatives, and supporting evidence-led solutions across education, business, and social impact projects.

Joseph is also passionate about fostering sustainable practices within local businesses, and he actively contributes to the development of resources and materials that support SME learning and growth. His work within the Green Skills for South London project reflects his commitment to environmental stewardship and community development.

Daniel Elijah contributes to the Green Skills for South London project through the development of training materials and support for knowledge exchange activities between SMEs and university students. His work helps ensure that green skills content is relevant, accessible and directly applicable to the day-to-day challenges faced by local businesses.

Daniel is also involved in facilitating interactive learning sessions, helping to create an engaging and collaborative environment for participants. His contributions are integral to the project's goal of fostering a culture of sustainability and green skills development across South London.

Daniel is a dedicated professional with experience in sustainability, environmental management, and community engagement. He brings a collaborative approach to his work, ensuring that the project's objectives are met while also fostering positive relationships with local businesses and stakeholders.

Daniel is a compassionate and dedicated professional with experience across customer service, education, community support, and care roles, including supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs. He brings a calm, reliable, and person-centred approach to daily living support, wellbeing assistance, and community engagement, promoting independence and dignity. Alongside his care experience, he offers strong communication, IT, and leadership skills developed through customer service, education, and community leadership roles.