As
a Councillor I engage with residents to learn about local concerns and help
resolve community issues. Being able to mediate fairly between different
organisations and sections of the community is crucial to this role.
Partnership
working is another important aspect of this position. The ability to build good
relationships by working collaboratively is needed to achieve shared goals.
I
use my communication skills across different settings. I have the ability to
listen sensitively and use appropriate language with different groups. I
communicate regularly and effectively with all parts of the community using
different forms of media.
Constituent
casework makes up a large part of my Councillor role. I deal with queries from
constituents by phone, email, or in person and provide advice and support on a
range of issues. I log all cases; monitor progress and ensure all identified
actions are taken.
I
have attended many local events such as Batley Vintage Day and Batley Festival
and support local charities and groups such as Batley Food Bank.
I
am heavily involved with The Friends of Wilton Park group and have helped
organise and take part in many events in the past year including the summer
charity day and the Halloween fancy dress event.
As
Chair of Kirklees Fairtrade Forum, a local platform which exists to raise
awareness for and advocate the use of Fairtrade products, I work across
Kirklees. I organised and ran a Fairtrade stall where we gave out free
Fairtrade bananas at the Run For Jo event at Oakwell Hall in Birstall in June.
I organised and ran a Fairtrade stall at Huddersfield Food and Drink Festival
in Huddersfield in August where we gave out free Fairtrade bananas and energy
bars.
I
am passionate about encouraging more women to get involved in Politics. With
this in mind, I organised a workshop in Bradford on how women can enter
politics for The Parliament Trust, attended by Paula Sherriff MP.
I
work closely with my ward colleagues to best represent the people of Batley
West.
