Cabinet staff of NBPA

I joined the Royal Ulster Constabulary GC (now Police Service of Northern Ireland) in 1999 and spent my first 8 years in a response team before moving to the Armed Response Unit for 10 years. I recently was successful on fast track Constable to Inspector and have been completing various rotations in force, the last being a Detective Inspector in CID.

I attended my first NBPA meeting in July 2016 and was elected onto the Cabinet as Sponsorship Co-Coordinator in October 2017. I was then elected as Male Vice President in October 2019 and now as President in October 2020.

I am an Inspector with Lincolnshire Police, currently leading the delivery of the Police Race Action Plan for the force and serving as the tactical lead for Hate Crime. I began my career in 2010 as a Police Constable, after initially joining Lincolnshire Police as an Admin Assistant in 2009. I have held various roles, including Community Response and Neighbourhood Policing Inspector, and was the Chair of SMILE (Supporting Minorities in Lincolnshire through Engagement). In 2023, I was voted in as the male Vice President for the National Black Police Association (NBPA).

Throughout my career, I have spent significant time in detective roles, working as a Detective Constable and Detective Sergeant in the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and Protecting Vulnerable Persons Department (PVP). I have also been involved in public order operations, serving in the Police Support Unit (PSU) for over 11 years. Additionally, I have been a Family Liaison Coordinator (FLC) since 2018.

Born and raised in Kenya, I moved to the UK at the age of 24. I remain deeply connected to my roots, actively supporting my communities in Kenya through various initiatives, including food distribution, educational support, and infrastructure development.

I am passionate about making and influencing change within the police force. I joined SMILE and NBPA to ensure that policing becomes an antiracist organisation that embraces equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and eradicates disproportionalities. I was an Equality Federation Rep which I gave up after joining NBPA cabinet. I am committed to working with others to create a police force that serves all people and communities equitably and fairly. With the motto “One Voice, Strength In Unity,” I look forward to continuing my efforts to influence positive change in British policing and beyond.

I am the Digital Delivery and Planning Lead at the College of Policing. My role is to oversee day to day delivery of digital projects, including digital learning products and digital platforms. I also lead the team responsible for the allocation of digital resources.

I have been with the College for over 13 years and have a thorough understanding of digital training and learning. I started as an administrator and, with the right support and training, worked my way to my current position.

I have been a member of the Diverse Ethnic Action Network (DEAN) in the College since it was set up in 2018 and became one of the co-chairs in November 2021. I am dedicated to supporting our members and bringing their concerns to the College executive team. I see it as important to hold the executive team to account to ensure that our voice is heard.

One of my real passions is to ensure everyone is supported with the right knowledge and skills to enjoy their job and do it effectively. The position of training coordinator is an exciting opportunity as it would allow me to bring this passion to a national level. I believe the chairs of BPA networks should be supported with the training and tools they need to make sure they are the best chairs they can be for their members. I will be supporting the co-ordination the West and East Midlands region of BPAs. With the publication of the race action plan, the role of BPAs and the NBPA is more important than ever. As a cabinet member, I relish the chance to work at a national level and I offer my knowledge, experience and enthusiasm to you.

Nicola has worked in policing since 2006 where she has gained invaluable experience and insights into the workings of policing in the UK. Currently a Project Manager within North Wales Police focusing on delivering digital transformation, Nicola has worked in previous roles within Justice Services and Business Improvement, enriching her skills in progressing positive organisational change.

Since joining her local BAPA network Nicola has actively supported and advocated for the members, demonstrating an understanding and commitment to collective goals. In December 2024 Nicola was elected Chair of the association.  Nicola demonstrates her passion for making a meaningful difference within North Wales Police and is now taking the opportunity to leverage her leadership experience to benefit our communities and colleagues on a national level. Nicola is committed to promoting and ensuring equality of opportunity for all.

Regional Co-Ordinator: TBC
I joined Hampshire and IOW Constabulary in 2005 spending the first couple of years in response and patrol and quickly moving to the world of CID.
In 2020, I was promoted to Detective Sergeant and became Hampshire’s NBPA NEC representative. In 2022, I became Co-Chair of Hampshire’s Black Ethnic and Minority support network.
Since becoming part of the NBPA NEC, I have featured in national and local recruitment campaigns hoping to inspire the next generation. My ambition going forward is to work with colleagues who share my passion in making policing a profession, whereby Black and Asian staff and officers feel valued and can be themselves in the workplace.
I am keen to support the progression and retention of minority officers and staff. I recognise the voice the NBPA has within certain national steering groups and the Home Office therefore allowing our work and efforts to really make a difference.
Kriss Akabusi said, “Life is about the lessons you learn and the legacy you leave,” I believe the work of the NBPA from its very beginning recognises the importance of legacy to strengthen its future.