Say Hello to Our Staff
Meet the people who help make The Gap Centre the warm and welcoming community hub we all know and love.
Lydia Lamb
Programme Manager
I'm Lydia the current programme manager, I have a vast experience in running community centres, running groups, recruiting and empowering volunteers and generally having fun with our community! I am as passionate about bringing people together, encouraging laughter and fun and finding what makes us unique.
I am new to this role at The Gap Centre but I intend to grow and explore new avenues for the organisations to reach as many members of our community as possible.
Social Action has always been a main part of my role within the community centre world. When accepting the job at The Gap I knew that it was vital to bring along the uniform bank with me. As a parent of two I understand first hand how hard making ends meet day to day can be and so this project was vital to continue in the heart of Sandwell.
My hobbies include creative arts... particularly art journalling and painting but I am someone who is willing to have a go at anything! I love reading! I recently found that life is much better with a book in your hand! My two daughters and my husband are the centre of my universe and I enjoy laughing and having fun with them as much as I can!
Karina
Kitchen and Community Meal Co-ordinator
Information about Karina
Kirsty Widdows
Volunteer and Hospitality Supervisor
In this role at The Gap I have been able to combine my passion for cooking with the opportunity to help and empower people. I prepare meals for our After-School provision, run our Community Café and work on projects that offer individuals support with practical and social matters. My aim is to connect the community in a meaningful way so that people can celebrate, give back to, and shape their local area.
In my spare time I enjoy days out with my family, cooking, listening to music and anything football related.
My only claim to fame is meeting one of the Weasley twins from Harry Potter although I don't know which one!
Our Wonderful Volunteers
As well as our paid staff we have lots of volunteers supporting us.
We are always grateful for the help.
We currently have volunteers running sessions and groups, helping in Admin and supporting in Play Work. Volunteers are vital to support the running of our Charity.
Please contact Lydia@thegaponline.org for more information