Meet a Changemaker: June Hanshaw, Honorary Lecturer at City University, People’s Participation Group member at Newham Mental Health Trust

June has lived in Newham for 77 years, and has always been involved in working and volunteering in the borough: n the past, she has also worked at the council and at a sexual health clinic. She now spends her time advocating for mental health awareness, as part of which she works to improve communication across services. June’s interest in mental health services was sparked by caring for one of her three sons, who has severe mental health challenges. This led to her joining the People’s Participation Group and becoming involved in research on mental health.