Ayesha Lawrence joined WECAN at the outset, as a United In Kind Coach, back in 2019. Prior to that, Ayesha had worked with families across West Essex for over 8 years in different roles.

Ayesha grew up in Uttlesford and lives in Harlow. A mother, with two young children, Ayesha works across many different community groups, mainly based in Epping Forest.

Ayesha enjoys getting out and travelling; both across communities in West Essex while working for WECAN… and further afield, in her own time.

Jane joined WECAN in 2024 in her role as Hospital Discharge Coordinator.

A West Essex resident, Jane had a long career in the public sector where she was closely involved with local communities.  Since 2023 Jane has worked with smaller organisations on a national and local capacity.

Jane has a keen interested in partnership working in order to achieve the best outcomes for people and is delighted to be working with local hospitals on the hospital discharge project.

I am the Digital Lead for a new Digital Inclusion Project for WECAN, named Digital Share.  I am passionate about supporting vulnerable adults in West Essex who have suffered through COVID and have been found themselves excluded digitally and need help, guidance and support.  I have worked for the voluntary sector for the past 16 years and very much look forward to supporting the West Essex Community and helping individuals to become digitally included and enhance their health & wellbeing. 

As a Digital Innovation Technical Officer, I support individuals in building confidence with technology and the internet. Whether it’s staying safe online, filling out essential forms like PIP, Universal Credit, or other benefits, I’m here to make the digital world more accessible.

I provide training and support for setting up and using devices, helping people get the most out of their technology. I also assist with saving money on bills, navigating online services, and anything in between that can improve digital confidence and independence.

My goal is to ensure everyone can make the most of digital tools—safely, confidently, and effectively.

I promote the Active Essex campaign #findyouractive, and as a Place Navigator I help to find activities for all ages, abilities, communities, cultures, backgrounds and map lots of activities in West Essex (Epping Forest, Harlow and Uttlesford district) by attending them. I support someone who is starting their journey on moving a little more and visit groups to share information on local activities.

I work very closely with many services, and we help to organise communities’ events and generally promote lots of classes, sessions and communities.