Our founder & recognition

Leadership rooted
in community.

Meet the founder behind NPAYOF’s mission and explore the recognition earned through years of committed community service.

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FounderRev Joycelyn Dankwa

Serving Hackney and beyond

A message from the founder

Together, we can build a safer and stronger neighbourhood.

Rev Joycelyn DankwaFounder, NPAYOF

The National Parents and Youth Open Forum exists to work with, serve and represent the people of Hackney Borough and beyond.

We are committed to improving the health and wellbeing of all so that everyone may enjoy life in Hackney Borough and beyond.

Whoever you may be, you are most welcome. We hope to affect not only the community but the whole nation. We want many to benefit from our project’s efforts to reduce knife crime and gang culture among our youth, save our children from dying young and wipe the tears from our parents’ eyes.

Join us in our mission to build a safe environment and a lovely neighbourhood. Only together can we make our area beneficial for all, now and forever.

Meet the founder

Rev Joycelyn Dankwa

Gospel Preacher, Teacher, Author and President of Shepherd Fold Ministry

Rev Joycelyn Dankwa’s leadership is driven by a commitment to protect young lives, equip parents and bring professionals, families and community members together around practical solutions.

01Serve

Working with and representing local people.

02Protect

Reducing violence and safeguarding young lives.

03Unite

Building collaboration across the community.

The vision

Saving young lives through education, opportunity and community action.

Educate parents about the issues young people face and the warning signs to look for.

Encourage young people to avoid gangs and connect with positive opportunities.

Improve health, wellbeing and community cohesion across Hackney and beyond.

Awards & achievements

Recognition of committed community service.

These honours recognise the contribution of NPAYOF and Rev Joycelyn Dankwa to families, young people and the wider community.

2023

Community achievement

The Adiaha Antigha Community Achievement Award

Awarded to Pastor Joycelyn Dankwa for her demonstrated commitment to the community.

London Faith and Belief Community Awards

2021

Faith and community

The London Faith & Belief 5th Community Awards

NPAYOF and Pastor Joycelyn Dankwa received recognition from the London Faith & Belief Community Awards, awarded by the Lord-Lieutenant of Greater London’s Council on Faith.

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