How did you get involved with JCI?
I first heard about JCI when I met the 2010 president of JCI Leeds ‘Claire Dempster’ at a bus stop. Claire was so enthusiastic about the organisation and the opportunities that it provided for volunteering and personal development that I was inspired to get involved. I am also very passionate about the work of the United Nations and since they have a strong historical link with JCI I saw this as a fantastic opportunity to get involved in some of their campaigns.

What does your role involve?
I am the Community Director for JCI Leeds, which involves organising community events to help support local and international charities.

What are your plans for community events in JCI Leeds in 2011?
This year we will continue to raise awareness and funds for the United Nations Foundation's 'Nothing But Net's' campaign, which aims to help eradicate malaria. In particular, we are planning to organise a charity fashion.
We will also be continuing our work with Leeds Community Foundation and hope to arrange some volunteering days where members can give their time to local community projects.

What JCI community projects have you been involved in so far in your JCI career?
The first JCI community project I attended was to help a local charity in Leeds. We helped the charity, known as BARCA, to renovate its’ youth centre in the Lake District, which was very successful and helped with their marketing objectives. I am also involved in the JCI Leeds ‘Nothing But Nets’ calendar project, which so far has raised over £4,000.

What is your favourite JCI memory so far?
Attending the JCI Global Partnership Summit in New York, touring the United Nations headquarters and listening to the keynote address by Ban Ki Moon!