About James...

James is the Communications Manager at Eastlight Community Homes, where he has been an integral part of the housing sector for the past six years. Prior to this, he had a successful career in local journalism, bringing valuable experience and storytelling skills to his current role.

What truly motivates James is the opportunity to engage in communications with a genuine purpose, particularly when it comes to interacting with the residents and communities that Eastlight serves. He firmly believes in the power of effective communication to make a positive impact on people’s lives and foster stronger connections within the community.

With his background in journalism and his passion for communications with a purpose, James brings a unique perspective to his position as Communications Manager. His dedication to the well-being and empowerment of the residents and communities he works with makes him an invaluable asset to Eastlight, ensuring that the organization’s messages are not only delivered effectively but also create a positive and lasting impact on the lives of those they reach.

In 2022, Eastlight Community Homes unveiled an unprecedented opportunity: 20 local people could dedicate a year to creating solutions that tackle the big social issues our communities face – and then making them happen. This is the story of All In, where the heroes were not Eastlight or its staff – but the 20 local residents who took on the challenge and the thousands they worked with in their communities to make a difference.