Who we are
We are a small team of passionate staff and volunteers.
Meet our team
Naomi Nehemen
General Manager
With a background in arts and fashion, I have spent the last eight years working in community centers, focusing on improving the lives of older adults. Through the Third Age Project, I aim to bring my experience and enthusiasm to ensure that older adults in the Camden community receive the best services possible. Having been raised in the Regents Park ward, I comprehend its intricacies and am committed to ensuring our members feel acknowledged and valued.
Nurjahan Urmi
Senior Support
Hi there! I’m Urmi, your go-to for all things support. I’m here to make sure our members get the best experience possible. Whether it’s helping classes and activities run smoothly or assisting our amazing sessional teachers, I’ve got it covered. If members need guidance, I’ll point them in the right direction. My mission is simple: ensure everyone feels valued, supported, and happy during their time with us.
Mesgana Negasi
Centre Coordinator
Hello, I’m Mesgana. Having studied BSc Psychology, I have an interest in community mental wellbeing and general health. I previously worked as a data assistant for vulnerable populations and have understood the positive impacts that community serves towards mental and physical wellbeing. I’m grateful to serve TAP and its community members, and the great work that has been going on for 20+ years.
Working at TAP has deepened my appreciation for the value of the third age!
Meet our trustees
Lena Markou
Chair
Hi, I’m Lena, the new Chair of TAP! Throughout my career, I’ve balanced the worlds of business and academia, while always being drawn to the power of volunteering. Since my student days, giving back has been a passion, and TAP’s work with our valued senior community truly resonated with me.
Having primarily focused on younger age groups in the past, I’m inspired by TAP’s commitment to ensuring no one is left behind. In an aging society, the wealth of experience and wisdom held by older adults is often overlooked. TAP empowers seniors and fosters a sense of connection, and I’m honoured to contribute to this vital mission.
Peter Brotherton
Treasurer and Vice Chair
Hi, I’m Peter. I became a Trustee of Third Age Project Trustee is 2021 and am now head the charity’s Finance Sub Committee. I have also sat on the Strategy Committee when we re-drafted TAP’s strategy in 2022. I live in London and as well as my role with TAP, I am a governor and Co-Deputy Chair of the Board of Governors of a primary school in South West London. I am also the Treasurer of my local golf club – one of my non-trustee passions. Before retiring (in 2021) from a long career in banking in the City and West End, I also had 14 years’ experience as a Trustee of other national charities – all pointed towards helping the more vulnerable parts of society. I am very pleased that I have been able to use my business and financial skills to help such charities which, as withTAP, make a real difference to lives which were otherwise lacking meaningful direction. I am very pleased to be associated with TAP.
Federica Grazi
Trustee and Secretary
Hello, I’m Federica, and I joined the TAP Board in 2024 as Trustee and Secretary. I’m inspired by the organisation’s important work to reduce isolation and vulnerability, and to promote diversity and lifelong learning.
Originally from Italy, I’m married to a Greek and spent nearly a decade working across Europe, Latin America, and Asia before settling in London six years ago—three of those years in Camden.
I recently launched a consultancy focused on retirement migration. My background is in Government Relations, particularly in fiscal and economic policy with J.P. Morgan, as well as innovative financing for social initiatives. Outside of work, I love exploring the world of wine (I hold a WSET Level 3 certification), staying active, and travelling.
I’ve been involved in volunteer work since my teenage years—including roles with the Red Cross in Italy, teaching English in a Brazilian favela, and conducting microcredit research in rural Bangladesh—and I am passionate about giving back. I’m excited to support TAP’s mission and contribute to its impactful programmes.
Andrea Garford-Tull
Trustee
G’day! I’m Andie – one of the many Aussies who call London home. I have 2 children (3 and 6) who my husband and I have been home-schooling over the past 4 months – a new experience! I’m a lawyer by day, a really keen cook (it’s in the genes 😊) and a loyal supporter of both the Wallabies and All Blacks (Rugby Union). I’ve had the great privilege of sitting on TAP’s Board for 3 years now, and the tireless work of TAP’s staff and volunteers, as well as the spirit of its service users never ceases to amaze me – until recently, seeing TAP turn 20 was a personal highlight; now surpassed by the incredibly creative way in which TAP’s adapted to COVID19. As my wonderful Mum would say: 加油! (literal: “add oil”, but commonly used to mean “go team, go!”).
Celina Ho
Trustee
HI I’m Celina. I was born in Vietnam. I finished my secretary school in Hong Kong. I came to London in 1975. I’m one of the TAP Trustees. I have been on the Board since May 2017. I have a degree in Computing and Business. And qualified as a Microsoft Systems Engineers. I worked for a solicitor firm in Camden as IT Manager for 16 years. I retired in 2014. I love to travel with friends and family. I do charity and volunteer works in my spare time.
TAP is one of the best charities in London. TAP organises a wide and varied range of healthy activities, community learning, supporting old people of all abilities and interests. We are very grateful for the great job that Tony and all the staff in TAP have done in the last two years. Keep up with the work.
Heather Johnson
Trustee
Hi, I’m Heather. I have a professional background in the field of housing, homelessness and welfare rights advice and have a particular interest in campaigning for better rights for tenants in the private rented sector. I’ve been a councillor in the London Borough of Camden since 1994.
I’ve served as Vice Chair of Housing for some years and am currently Chair of Planning. I bring many years of experience in these areas to the Third Age Project.
Helen Mitchell
Trustee
Hi, I’m Helen. The sense of community, diversity of thought and culture in London inspires me to contribute and make a difference. I enjoy solving problems in order to contribute to the greater good.
Having recently joined TAP, I’m looking forwards to getting involved and making a positive difference to the community. I bring an array of UK and International generalist HR knowledge and experience to TAP in areas of people, culture, engagement, recruitment, diversity, belonging and inclusion, learning and development and people strategy. Outside of work I support a resident-controlled Housing Association and a charity. I enjoy visiting art galleries, learning new skills, going for long walks and improving my knowledge of history.
I look forwards to partnering with you and I hope I can make a big difference!
Mark Ross
Trustee
Mark Ross has been Director of Diorama Arts, since 1991. He presently serves as trustee/director of numerous charitable organisations including The West Euston Partnership (Camden: founding member), The Third Age Project, Choregus Productions (USA), Kodo Cultural Foundation (Japan). He was Director of the Cultural Olympiad (Lake Placid Olympics, 1980): Cultural events and closing ceremony, a Commissioner to UNESCO, in Paris from 1970-76 and is a Produced Playwright and Animateur/Director.
Ross Houston
Trustee
I first got involved in the Third Age Project when I used to manage the local Crown Estate (later Peabody) Housing Office at Cumberland Market. I got to see at first hand how valued the Third Age Project was to local residents. In my spare time I love walking and going to the cinema or theatre. I am also a councillor in our neighbouring borough Barnet, where I am Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Homes and Regeneration. I’m also a school governor. I work for a housing association, have an MBA management degree and am a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. I am also a member of the Lee Valley Regional Park Authority where I lead the Labour Group of Authority members.
Third Age Project is an amazing project that never fails to impress me – there is always something new happening! I think Naomi and the team at Third Age Project do a great job enhancing the health and wellbeing of older residents in Regents Park and beyond.
Ranjana Sangar
Trustee
Hi, I’m Ranj. My Indian heritage and upbringing in the UK have shaped my appreciation for diverse cultures and experiences, which I’ve enriched further through extensive travel. I enjoy exploring international politics, philosophy, and staying active with walking, gym visits, and spending time with friends.
Outside of my role as a Trustee at TAP, I have spent the past 20 years working in financial services, with a focus on project management. This has honed my skills in organisation, strategy, and problem-solving, which I hope will bring value to TAP.
I’m excited to support TAP’s mission of improving the quality of life for older adults in our community—a cause close to my heart, inspired by my experience with my own elderly parents. It’s a privilege to be part of such an inspiring organisation, and I look forward to working with the team to make a meaningful difference.
In addition, we currently have 4 sessional staff; a 60+ health club organiser, drama/shows teacher, outreach exercise tutor and a nail care beautician. Two further key people need to be mentioned is our dedicated volunteer music teacher and cycling club organiser Geoff and support staff Nasima.
Philomena
60+ Health Club Organiser
Gary
Drama / Shows Director
Susan
Outreach Exercise
Nasima
Support Staff
Sokina
Nail Care
