Allow us to introduce the dedicated staff behind JDA and the range of services we offer
Freelance interpreters, lip-speakers, sign language guides, and personal carers are employed as needed to ensure full access for everyone.
Management & Leadership
Sue Cipin OBE
Chief Executive
Hearing Connect
For individuals with hearing loss or tinnitus, our goal is to help you live as independently and happily as possible — at home, work, and socially. Under Hearing Connect, our highly qualified team provides services to help you become more informed, confident, socially active, and connected.
Padraic Garrett
Head of Engage Hearing Support for Care Services
Andrew Goodwin
Engage Service Manager
Gabrielle Renée
Hearing Connect Manager, Hearing Therapist and Lipreading Teacher
Judith Morgan
Technology Consultant
Family Services
Supporting families with deaf children, our team offers emotional and practical support throughout nursery, school, and university years.
Highly trained and experienced, Jody and Joanna are with parents every step of the way, ensuring their children’s needs are met with compassion and expert guidance.
Jody Sacks
Family Services Manager
Joanna Shtrosberg
Family Services Development Lead
Supporting Deaf and Deafblind People
Our skilled support team, fluent in sign language, provides compassionate care and practical assistance to individuals, helping them cope with everyday challenges.
Janine Greensite
Deaf Services Manager
Janet Coombs
Support Services Manager
Danielle Jacobs
Support Worker
Lisa Mansur
Support Worker
Jessica Pettican
BSL Tuesday Information & Advice Worker
Wednesday Club - For Older Deaf and Deafblind People
Every Wednesday, our engaging activities and outings foster a lively, stimulating environment for older BSL users. Our friendly staff ensure everyone’s needs are met, making the Day Centre a fun, sociable place to connect.
Ann Clements
DCafe and Outings Manager
Social, Cultural, and Educational Activities
Our Deaf Community Officer organises exciting events for the entire Deaf community, including a special programme for independent, active Deaf people over 50.
Mira Goldberg
Project Supervisor
Brinthan Nanthabalan
Deaf Community Officer
Community Centre
Our busy community centre operates five days a week, creating a warm and welcoming space where individual needs are met with care and attention.
Jodie Walters
Community Centre Manager
Fundraising
As we rely entirely on voluntary donations, our Fundraising team plays an essential role in sustaining our work.
Julia Kay
Director of Fundraising
Marilyn Rowland
Fundraising Officer
Gemma Goodman
Fundraising Consultant
Behind the Scenes
Lloyd Joseph
Administration Manager
Michelle Zeffert
Head of Finance
Olimpia Erdogan
JDATogether Editor
Vicky Rachel
Head of Marketing