My background is in architecture and town planning and after I graduated I worked in local government in London and Northwest England. In the early 1980’s I went to Mozambique, one of the world’s least-developed countries, on a two-year contract. I ended up staying for nearly 30 years, working in urban and rural development and…
I grew up and live in Stockport. I have a strong connection to the Greater Manchester area and am keenly aware of the issues affecting our community. I wanted to volunteer for the GMLC because I am passionate about preserving and extending the provision of free face-to-face legal advice. I believe ensuring everyone has the…
My name is Dianne Lai. I am Lead Volunteer on the GMLC’s Corporate Sponsorship Programme. This programme seeks to provide a framework for law firms and their employees to commit to raising money annually for the GMLC. I suppose, when I think about it, my motivation to volunteer is likely informed by my background and family history.…
My previous work experience was as a consultant for twelve years with the Department of Energy designing computer systems; I was the owner/manager for ten years of a travel company; I spent two and a half years as a director of a film development company in the Netherlands and was a director for a further…
Living in Oldham and working in Manchester City Centre means I’m really familiar with the Greater Manchester area and the people who live here. I wanted to volunteer at Greater Manchester Law Centre because I’m passionate about social justice, and I felt that I could use my legal skills and knowledge to help give a…
