Rachel Green is a seasoned community development and third sector leader with over 30 years’ experience spanning local government, national networks, and grassroots organisations. Beginning her journey on a village hall committee, she combined lived experience with academic study, earning a BA in Community Education and later an MScR in Health Humanities and Arts. Rachel has implemented innovative governance and planning systems, and transformed organisations into genuine member-led body. She is passionate about equity, inclusion, and ensuring communities most affected by disadvantage have a voice and agency in shaping their futures. Known for her collaborative and transparent leadership style, Rachel builds strategic partnerships across government, academia, and the third sector, advocating for holistic, person-led approaches that create meaningful, lasting change.