Emma has over two decades of experience within the third sector, specifically working with communities. She is currently the National Head – Wales for BBC Children in Need. Passionate about people and community power, she wants to see local people use their unique knowledge and connections to decide how the fund could be used to make a difference to their local communities.
Born and raised in the Cynon Valley, she now lives near Pontypridd with her three children, husband and a dog called Olive. Outside of work, she is actively involved in community life – she is a trustee of her local village hall, runs an annual Big Lunch to bring people together, and is a founder member of a community garden project.