Esmeralda E Akpoke- Camden Square Ward. Email- [email protected]
A positive attitude does not mean ignoring life's troubles; it just means being an optimist and looking for good things. I am naturally an optimist and generally have a positive outlook on life. I enjoy interacting with people and have been described as a good listener, which I believe is a prerequisite to being approachable and representing people.
| moved to London from Northwest England many years ago and settled in Camden Town, London, where I live to this day. I had not previously experienced the diversity of people in Camden Square, and I have found no problem integrating into this diverse society. It is my standard now, and even with the occasional issues expected, I treat every member of the community in the same way regardless of their on ven diverse outlooks on life.
rom a natura smier. ond have tound that ~ smile brecks me re ang elicits nositive responses from so many people (especially the homeless and rough sleepers) who would otherwise have stayed in their world. In Camden Square alone, many of the rough sleepers and homeless do call me 'my friend' whenever they see me, and I am happy to have established that connection with them. At its most fundamental, this is team building, creating the neighbouroods and founs in which we want to live anc
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I am standing as a Councillor for Camden Square Ward to reduce homelessness and rough sleeping within my community and tackle antisocial behaviour. I will continually work and persuade the government to build more affordable homes and liaise with house owners to secure quality, affordable homes in Camden Square Ward. I will organise outreach services, peer monitoring programmes, and the best community-based services for the homeless. I will continually lead numerous social media campaigns to raise awareness of homelessness.
If elected, I hope I can also:
Preserve Camden Square's multicultural identity.
Developing strategies for tenant participation, community cohesion and preserving Camden square green areas.
Continuously advocating for recycling and general waste collection, which has been impacted by staff shortages.
- Encourage women's education and community engagements.
- Help disabled and special needs persons stand in elections.
Engage with local communities
