Who We Are
Meet June – Principal Consultant & Founder
Mission Statement
Empowering professionals and families, protecting children, and bridging cultures with education and awareness.
Founding Kind Ambition
Kind Ambition was founded to empower professionals and families, protect children, and bridge cultural gaps through education and awareness. Inspired by her Biblical values and General William Booth’s 1910 message "Others", June's commitment to safeguarding is unwavering.
Born in Ilford, Essex, and raised in both England and Ghana, June brings a rich cultural perspective to her work. With over 25 years of professional experience, she has supported families, adults, children, and young people. Her journey began in nursing and rest homes, followed by a successful career in financial services, then transitioning to working with children with additional needs in a primary school setting and supporting adults in drug and alcohol recovery and then supporting and safeguarding children, young people, and their families.
June’s passion for direct support led her to work with children with additional needs in a local primary school, collaborating with professionals to ensure the children’s needs were met. She also contributed to the local drug and alcohol agency, We Are WithYou, where she felt privileged to support adults on their recovery journeys. Additionally, June sits on the anti-racist committee at Bournemouth University and continues her collaborative work with the university’s prestigious social work department, in her passion to empower and educate others.
June is a qualified Social Worker, registered with Social work England, (Registration No.SW143502), and currently supports the safeguarding of children and young people on the Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council children and young people’s assessment team. Her extensive experience, cultural insight, and unwavering dedication make her a valuable asset in the field of safeguarding and family support.
Inspired by General William Booth’s message to his Salvation Army soldiers in 1910, “Others”, June’s commitment to safeguarding children and young people is unwavering. She has gained extensive experience in this field, working passionately alongside children, young people, and families to empower, and achieve positive outcomes.
Personal Life
June has lived, studied and worked in the south of England (Dorset and Wiltshire) for the past 30 years. She is Christian and mother to 2 teenage daughters and a step-mother to 3 teenage daughters, and together with them, she lives in their blended family home in Dorset.
— George Sam-Brew
As a teacher, I bring a strong commitment to all-inclusive learning and creating opportunities for people to reach their full potential. With international experience and while working daily with young people and families from a wide range of cultural and social backgrounds, this has shaped my belief that strong communities are built through understanding, encouragement, and access to the right support. In my role as Co-Chair, I offer leadership, organisation, and a calm, people centred and solutions-focused approach, helping guide the group’s vision while ensuring everyone’s voice is heard. I am passionate about the work Kind Ambition does to empower ethnically diverse communities and the wider community, and I’m motivated by seeing people grow in confidence, skills, and connection to safeguard and protect children and strengthen families whilst bridging cultures.
Alison Dempster —
Secretary for Kind Ambition (With Social Care, Charity & Faith Sector Background) My experience working and volunteering across social care, the charity sector, and faith organisations has given me a deep understanding of community needs, partnership working, and compassionate service. I have supported people from many walks of life and value the importance of dignity, cultural awareness, and strong communication. As Secretary, I bring organisation, reliability, and clear communication, ensuring the group runs smoothly and remains connected and accountable. I am passionate about supporting Kind Ambition because I believe in building bridges across communities, celebrating diversity, and creating spaces where everyone feels valued, supported, and able to contribute.
— Nelly Shianti
I bring a professional background in social care, with experience supporting individuals and families through complex challenges, and a strong focus on ethical practice, safeguarding, and dignity. My work and life experiences have shaped my passion for fairness and ensuring access to support. These values guide my role as Treasurer for Kind Ambition. I understand the importance of managing resources carefully and responsibly so that community initiatives can have the greatest possible impact. I am deeply committed to Kind Ambition’s mission, having seen first-hand how culturally aware, community-led support and practical opportunities can transform lives — both within ethnically diverse communities and across the wider population.
Christine Oblado —
I’m a creative professional with a passion for design, shaped by my background in Art, Digital Media and Media Studies. I’m the founder of Stylesbyc.o, where I help brands bring their vision to life through thoughtful and engaging content. Alongside running my creative business, I work full-time in property tech, combining innovation and strategy with creativity. My faith plays a central role in everything I do, guiding both my work and purpose. I love being part of Kind Ambition because it opens up important conversations that are often overlooked, particularly when it comes to protecting children and bridging cultures. Creating space for those discussions truly matters.
