The Roving Museum CIO is led by a group of Trustees, and has an advisory Steering Group comprising educational and museum experts. The Trustees are listed below.
The trustees of the Roving Museum are:
| Agnes Fough – Founding Trustee and Chair I’ve always been driven by a love of learning, service and community. I started my career as a teacher before dedicating 37 years to the NHS, eventually becoming a Divisional Manager in a large Trust. When I retired in 2009, I didn’t slow down; instead, I found new ways to stay connected through volunteering and working with schools. In 2019, I joined the People’s History Museum’s Community Programme Team to help co‑create the exhibition Migration: A Human Story. Throughout the two year period, I also served on the museum’s Acquisition Panel, voting on whether to accept artefacts into the collection – an experience that transformed my understanding of how museums build their archives. My main contribution to the project was researching “Empire, Wars and Slavery,” a history absent from the original Battle for the Ballot display. From a 15‑page timeline, I created an “Alternative Battle for the Ballot” to challenge and expand the narrative. My image now appears on the museum’s ground‑floor wall alongside the original display. After completing the project, I received training in the Conservation and Preservation of Museum Artefacts from the PHM Conservation Team. Founding Roving Museum CIO has allowed me to return to teaching in a new and creative way, bringing museum experiences directly to the people and places that need them most. I am proud to bring these skills and insights to strengthen the work of Roving Museum CIO”. |  |
| Alade Sanni – Founding Trustee and Deputy Chair My name is Alade Sanni, Founder of West African Development (WAD) and a prominent figure within the African Diaspora UK (ADUK). Born and raised in Porto-Novo, Benin, I have dedicated over two decades to advancing inclusion, education, cultural awareness and community cohesion across the United Kingdom and beyond. In my capacity as Deputy Chair of the Roving Museum, I am committed to the preservation and dissemination of African heritage, with particular emphasis on the history of West Africa. I remain dedicated to promoting lifelong learning, fostering cultural understanding and contributing to the development of more cohesive and inclusive communities. |  |
| Joanne Chipo McLean-Angel – Founding Trustee and Hon. Secretary Joanne Chipo McLean-Angel is a dynamic, multi-talented woman whose life is defined by resilience, purpose, and passion. Crowned Classic Miss Glamour Greater Manchester 2025 , Joanne uses her platform to challenge stereotypes, promote empowerment, and advocate for inclusive beauty that celebrates character, intelligence, and authenticity. Her journey is not just one of personal triumph, but of meaningful impact in the lives of others particularly women and young people. At 43 years old, Joanne is a proud mother of four, three daughters aged 20, 14, and 10, and a son aged 6. Her role as a mother is the foundation of her strength and inspiration. She is living proof that motherhood and ambition can coexist powerfully, and that it’s never too late to pursue your dreams. Professionally, Joanne is a qualified Dental Scientist and Aesthetics Practitioner, combining her scientific expertise with a passion for beauty and wellness. She runs a successful aesthetics business and also works for Mitie, one of the UK’s leading facilities management companies, showcasing her versatility and strong work ethic. Joanne is also the Founder of Women in Business Empowered CIC, a charity dedicated to supporting women in entrepreneurship and leadership. The organisation serves as a networking and empowerment platform for women who are already in business, as well as those aspiring to start. This initiative was born out of her personal transformation during the “Miss Africa UK pageant in 2021”, where Joanne was a finalist. The experience boosted her confidence and lit the spark that would ignite her mission to uplift others. From that moment forward, she committed herself to creating spaces where women could connect, grow, and thrive. In her community, Joanne wears many hats. She currently serves as the BAME Officer for the Stalybridge and Hyde constituency, where she works closely with local leaders, families, and young people to foster inclusivity, representation, and opportunity for all. Her work involves engaging minority ethnic communities, building youth confidence, and being a voice for underrepresented groups. Through her pageant journey and public platform, Joanne has also partnered with several local charities and organisations in Greater Manchester, supporting their causes and helping raise awareness. She is particularly passionate about mental health and has supported “YoungMinds”, a UK-based charity focused on children and young people’s mental well-being. By attending events and showcasing her banner, Joanne has helped spread vital information and funding to those who need it most. Pageantry has been Joanne’s lifelong dream, and she is determined to use it as a force for good. She is actively challenging the traditional image of beauty in the industry, advocating for representation of all body types, ages, and backgrounds. For Joanne, pageantry is about purpose, presence, and platform, not just a slim figure or perfect face. She seeks to show the world that beauty and brains coexist, and that true beauty shines through service, self-respect, and substance. Beyond titles and trophies, Joanne is focused on legacy building a future where children grow up empowered, women are supported and seen, and communities come together to thrive. Her long-term vision includes running for councillor in her constituency, where she can further influence policy and community development from within local government. Through every chapter of her life, be it as a mother, professional, entrepreneur, beauty queen, or public servant Joanne McLean-Angel remains committed to being a beacon of empowerment, proving daily that with determination, compassion, and courage, anything is possible. This is Joanne a mother, a professional, a queen, and a community leader and she just getting started!! |  |
| Patricia Mugeke – Trustee and Hon. Treasurer Patricia has extensive experience in organisational transformation, performance management, enterprise risk management, financial management, and grant management within the international development sector. She is currently the Organisational Performance and Effectiveness Lead at ActionAid International, where she works across more than 45 countries supporting the strengthening of governance, accountability, financial stewardship, organisational effectiveness, and country oversight within a complex global federation. She has over 17 years’ experience working with international leadership teams and global functions to design and implement systems and frameworks that improve organisational performance, strengthen risk management, and enhance financial and operational sustainability. Her expertise includes oversight of performance frameworks, enterprise risk systems, grant compliance, financial stewardship, and resource allocation across multi-country environments. Patricia began her career in Luton and Watford in corporate finance roles as an accountant before transitioning into the international development sector. She also has voluntary experience with charitable organisations in Kenya, where she was born and raised. As a Trustee and Treasurer, Patricia brings strong financial acumen and a systems-focused approach to governance, with a commitment to sound financial control, responsible stewardship of resources, and effective oversight of grants and funding. She is committed to promoting accountability, inclusion, and the long-term sustainability and resilience of charitable organisations. |  |
| Derrick Kilori – Founding Trustee Derrick is a community leader, project manager and events professional with extensive experience delivering projects that create positive social impact. His background spans community development, stakeholder engagement, fundraising and project delivery through organisations including the British Red Cross, BAMEHub UK and Roving Museum. Alongside his professional work, Derrick has supported individuals and communities through housing and community-based services, helping people access opportunities and improve wellbeing. He is also the founder of the Pamoja platforms and Pamoja Awards, initiatives that celebrate achievement, strengthen community connections and recognise the contributions of often overlooked individuals. Through his work, Derrick is passionate about bringing people together through culture, education and meaningful community engagement.Derrick Kilori – Founding Trustee Derrick is a community leader, project manager and events professional with extensive experience delivering projects that create positive social impact. His background spans community development, stakeholder engagement, fundraising and project delivery through organisations including the British Red Cross, BAMEHub UK and Roving Museum. Alongside his professional work, Derrick has supported individuals and communities through housing and community-based services, helping people access opportunities and improve wellbeing. He is also the founder of the Pamoja platforms and Pamoja Awards, initiatives that celebrate achievement, strengthen community connections and recognise the contributions of often overlooked individuals. Through his work, Derrick is passionate about bringing people together through culture, education and meaningful community engagement. |  |
| Bruce Levitan – Trustee I was born in Kenya. My father’s family were Jewish refugees who fled the pogroms in Lithuania in the 1920s, while my mother, though born in Scotland, also traced her roots back to the Baltic—her family had left for the same reasons. At 13, my family moved to the UK, where I experienced a diverse range of state education: from a challenging comprehensive school in Glasgow to a Secondary Modern and, later, a Grammar school (for A levels) in Southend, where we eventually settled. In the late 1970s, I qualified as an archaeozoologist after completing my degree at the Institute of Archaeology in London. For the next 17 years, I worked in this field, publishing numerous reports on animal bones from archaeological sites, as well as papers and a co-edited book on environmental archaeology. My transition into IT was a natural progression, as I had already used early PCs extensively in my bone analysis work. I spent many years in IT support and later IT management, working for the NHS and Oldham Local Authority. Over time, my interests shifted toward project and programme management, business analysis, and business improvement. At Manchester Metropolitan University, I managed a small business improvement team. Now retired, I volunteer in various capacities: as chair of governors at a junior school, a delivery driver for a food bank, a church property steward, and a Methodist Local Preacher. I bring my IT and project management expertise to the Roving Museum, and I am both pleased and privileged to be involved. |  |
| Barbara Austin – Trustee I was born into a large family in the 1950’s, the last of seven children, living in a close community on a council estate in Droylsden, Lancashire, as it was then, now part of the Greater Manchester area. Droylsden, then was still a cotton town with at least two working mills (previously five) as I remember. All of my Grandparents worked in the cotton industry, except for my Maternal Grandfather, who came from a family of cabinet makers. Both my parents were English but my Paternal Great Grandfather was from Perth, Scotland and my Maternal Grandfather was German. My mother died when I was six years old and because of this I was mainly brought up by my Dad. He was a straightforward hard-working chap who made the best of a bad situation. All the family talked of Mum, which helped as I had few memories of her, but mine was a happy childhood, with no shortage of love and support from family, friends and neighbours. There were times when it must have been difficult for Dad, both practically and financially; he worked full-time but could not do any overtime, of which there was plenty. He received no help from the Welfare State (now Social Services) and was, in fact, encouraged by them to split the family up. Fortunately, he was able to keep us all together and continue as a family. It has taught me that, if you put your mind to it, you can overcome any given situation. I left school at sixteen, working in the drawing office and completing line plant diagrams for Post Office Telecommunications but then moved to Manchester Royal Infirmary to start my nurse training. Some time later I moved to Tameside General Hospital and then to St. Mays’ Hospital, Manchester to complete my Midwifery training where I stayed for six years, before moving into the private sector. I rejoined the NHS to work in the community, as part of the School Health Team in South Manchester, where I remained until my retirement. I have always been drawn to charitable causes, even before leaving school and have been involved in Roteract (a junior version of the Rotary Club), Oxfam, Fair trade (running a Fair trade stall in my church for several years), Operation Christmas Child, Macmillan nurses, Wateraid and Tearfund and was also part of the Hyde Youth Project trying to guide and help the young people of Hyde. I am a member of the local Methodist church, where I am a Worship Leader and where I organise fundraising for Christian Aid and a chosen charity at Harvest Festival each year as part of my role as secretary to the Church Family Committee and I am also a Pastoral Contact. In my spare time, I like to read, especially history, sew, knit or swim and am an avid walker and yoga enthusiast. |  |