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David is a justice and inclusion professional using lived experience to drive lasting social impact. His work supports people affected by the justice system to rebuild their lives through employment, housing, and health pathways, reducing reoffending and strengthening communities.

Working across frontline delivery and policy, he operates at the intersection of lived experience and system change. His focus is clear: challenge structural barriers and ensure those most affected have a voice in shaping the services designed for them.

David combines lived experience with expertise in project management, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and service design. He brings both credibility and strategic insight, translating evidence into practical, high-impact solutions.

From peer-led programmes to policy influence, his work centres on empowerment, dignity, and long-term independence. He is known for building strong cross-sector partnerships, delivering engaging training, and creating inclusive environments where people can thrive..

David has worked with Offploy CIC and User Voice, contributing to over £12 million in social value through rehabilitation and reintegration programmes. His work spans frontline delivery and strategic influence, ensuring services are accessible, responsive, and grounded in lived experience.

He champions inclusive pathways into employment and housing, challenges stigma, and works to address health inequalities through more joined-up systems. The result is tangible: people rebuilding stability, and communities becoming safer and more inclusive.

David’s work is grounded in resilience, equity, and purpose. He turns lived experience into action, shaping services, influencing policy, and driving measurable change.

A strong advocate for co-production, he builds trust, centres lived experience in decision-making and works collaboratively to deliver lasting impact. His approach is reflective, solutions-focused, and driven by a commitment to fairer systems and better outcomes for all.