Aimee Djengiz
Tasha Case
Pepe Ehomah
Anna Perry
Fiza Javeed
Meeka’eel Khan
Saskia Lawrence
Hamed Rahmani
Hayley Finegan
Fiona Martin
At Tokko, our Board of Trustees governs us. They meet regularly to guide the charity’s strategic direction and ensure strong governance. The Board oversees our management, ensuring all decisions prioritise the needs of our beneficiaries.
Our trustees safeguard the charity’s tangible and intangible assets, such as its reputation, ensuring these are used responsibly and sustainably. While they do not oversee the day-to-day operations, trustees act as ‘critical friends’ to the Chief Executive Officer, providing support and constructive challenges to help manage and strengthen the charity’s impact.
New trustees are selected in consultation with the full Board, ensuring we have the right mix of diversity, skills, and experience to operate effectively. If you believe you could contribute at the Board level, please get in touch to begin a conversation.
Phil Hobson
Chair of Trustees
Growing up in Birmingham in a large family, Phil’s parents were always helping people and spent many years volunteering for the St Johns Ambulance service. Phil got a sense from an early age, of what it meant to help others. I carried this through to his professional career in the construction, where he always offered the junior engineers the time, advice and guidance they needed.
It was this career that led Phil to Luton as the Project Director responsible for the delivery of the Luton DART. Invited to get involved in TOKKO as a Truste to advise on building and contract matters. Now the Chair of Trustees, Phil has great hopes for Tokko’s future, as the organisation expands its diverse reach into the Luton community and continue to inspire the Luton youth of today to become the best adults of the future.
“We all need support at times, as we grow through life, and I may not be as gifted as the Tokko team in giving this support, but as a Board member I can offer my support, so they can always be there to support you”.
Justin Richardson
Vice Chair
Justin is Chief Executive of the Bedfordshire Chamber of Commerce, with nearly 30 years experience in finance, manufacturing, logistics and business support. He has led major initiatives to strengthen local business growth and investment, while serving on a range of boards focused on employment, skills, and inclusive growth. Passionate about creating opportunities for young people, Justin brings strong regional knowledge and a commitment to supporting communities across Bedfordshire.
“Supporting young people is an investment in our future. At TOKKO, I see the immense value in creating opportunities that empower young people to overcome challenges and realise their potential. As a board member, my goal is to ensure this vital work continues and thrives, so TOKKO can remain a cornerstone of our community”.
Bronwen
Trustee
“I have always been interested in enabling young people to have the best opportunities for their personal growth. To me through TOKKO and the excellent staff team I can ensure young people can access a range of positive activities, bespoke support and opportunities for them to grow.”
Jenny Melrose
Trustee
Jenny is the current Service Manager for Luton Sexual Health. Jenny has 20 years of experience of front line working with young people in Luton in roles including delivering education to 14–16-year-olds in an Alternative Learning Provision and as a Sexual Health Outreach Worker.
“I have had the privilege of working with young people in Luton for 15 years. In this time I have seen young people achieve through adversity, aspire and become the next generation of parents and professionals, create, empower and teach! There is so much to learn from our local young people if they are given the opportunity to grow. I believe TOKKO can play an important role in supporting our young people to be the best version of themselves, and I want to be part of this journey.”
Asma Khan
Trustee
With a background in education, Asma has always been passionate about youth development and is the reason Asma volunteers as a board member for Tokko, where she can contribute to creating opportunities for the next generation.
“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” (Martin Luther King Jr) I try to bring light and love to the work I do with Tokko, hoping to make a positive impact on the lives of young people.”
Matthew Bushnell
Trustee
Matthew, is the current CEO of Mary Seacole Housing Association Limited. Matthew has extensive experience in the field, having previously held operational roles within the organization as well as a secondment with Luton Borough Council’s Housing Solutions Department.
Matthew is deeply passionate about his role, often sharing how rewarding it is to witness the positive impact the service has on individuals’ lives. He is dedicated to ensuring that individuals have access to services that inspire and empower them to achieve their full potential.
This dedication is reflected in his leadership in establishing the Luton First Homelessness Partnership, where he served as the partnership’s inaugural chair. Beyond his professional commitments, Matthew is also an active volunteer, serving on several boards, including TOKKO. His choice to volunteer highlights his genuine interest and compassionate insight, especially towards young people facing disadvantage.
“I am proud to be a board member at TOKKO, where we empower young people to overcome challenges and thrive. TOKKO provides a safe, inclusive space with support and opportunities to inspire growth. Contributing to such transformative work and witnessing its impact on young lives is truly an honour”.