Meet a Changemaker: Aurora Todisco, Health Equity and Community Engagement Lead

Aurora is dedicated to addressing health inequalities, with a particular focus on the social determinants of health, such as employment and equitable access to healthcare. She leads community-driven initiatives aimed at improving the wellbeing of residents, especially those from marginalised or underserved backgrounds. Aurora has designed and facilitated mental health support programmes and cultivated meaningful partnerships between healthcare providers and local organisations to promote fair and inclusive health outcomes. With a strong commitment to community engagement and co-production, she listens closely to residents’ needs and pilots health initiatives that tackle barriers to access. Aurora envisions a future where all individuals in Newham, regardless of socio-economic background, have equal access to high-quality health services.