Introducing our new Practice Lead

Keshia Harper joins Gilgal Birmingham

I’m delighted to introduce myself as the new Practice Lead, having recently joined Gilgal this past September. A lot of my career has been in the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) sector, rooted in a deep commitment to feminist principles and survivor centred practice. I join the organisation at an exciting time of transformation and further expansion of our services. My role will be focused on supporting the team through this transition, leading on best practices, increasing our learning and specialism on VAWG, and preparing Gilgal for its Women’s Aid Accreditation.  

As we begin to expand our services and reach out to women and children in the community, it’s a key time for Gilgal to reflect and build on its existing specialism. From my short time in the role so far, I have heard so many testimonies from the women here on how the Gilgal team has made such a positive impact in their lives. It’s a privilege to work with such knowledgeable, dedicated and compassionate women, and I look forward to growing alongside this incredible team as we navigate this next chapter.  

Keshia Harper
Practice Lead, Gilgal Birmingham