Lloyd Hobbard-Mitchell

Director (Vice Chair) @British Overseas Voters Forum

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Led strategic plans and campaigns advocating for expat rights, including housing and resettlement issues for those returning to the UK for returning UK expats.• Engaged with stakeholders, including government officials and NGOs, to influence policy around expat welfare including homelessness and housing.• Ensured governance and compliance with the organization’s goals.• Spearheaded advocacy efforts and public campaigns around housing for vulnerable expat populations.• Organized community events to raise awareness about housing rights and homelessness prevention.• Managed public relations and media outreach to promote the organisation’s work.Achievements: • Successfully developed and executed a national advocacy campaign that resulted in the amendment of local authority housing policies, providing improved support for over 500 UK expats living in poverty and distress abroad.• Built a coalition of key stakeholders, including NGOs and government representatives, leading to a joint policy recommendation papers to influence legislation in a range of areas.• Introduced a governance framework aligned with sector best practices, achieving full compliance with statutory requirements and enhancing the organization\'s credibility and effectiveness in lobbying efforts.• Launched an awareness campaign highlighting the challenges of expat poverty, resulting in a 25% increase in public support and engagement with BOVF.• Planned and executed a series of community events in 7 different countries on 5 continents, providing access to information, advice and guidance related to welfare and rights.• Secured media coverage in key outlets such as iNews, and The Guardian increasing public awareness of expat inequality and driving a 40% increase in the organization\'s supporter base.