The Dartford Youth Council’s Executive Committee is a group of seven young people who are elected by our members in the first Monthly Meeting each year. As the Dartford Youth Council’s lead representatives they hold specific leadership roles and lead the team in meetings and projects.
Our current 2021-22 Executive Committee consists of:
Thomas Gebbett
CHAIRMAN
Thomas has been a dedicated, long-serving member of the Youth Council since 2016 – having previously held the positions of Vice Chairman, Events Officer, and Public Relations Officer. His interests include both Geography and sport – and he particularly enjoys going to watch Arsenal matches in his free time.
Thomas is currently working towards his International Baccalaureate Diploma at Dartford Grammar School – studying English, Geography, and Philosophy at Higher Level.
In the future, Thomas aspires to study either Global Sustainable Development or Geography at the University of Warwick, Durham, or LSE. Additionally, his aim as chairman is to finish his final year on the council strong.
To invite the Chairman to an event (e.g. annual dinner), please get in touch with our Facilitator: elaine.henson@dartford.gov.uk
Get in touch: chairman@dartfordyouthcouncil.com
Zapran Carlsson
VICE CHAIR
Zapran is currently a student at Dartford Grammar School, working towards his International Baccalaureate Diploma – and studying Chemistry, Biology, and Geography at Higher Level. Next year, he aspires to study Chemistry at the University of Bristol.
Having served on the youth council since 2018, he has enjoyed participating in events such as the Dartford Festival and Dartford Remembrance Service as well as other fundraising events.
He has a passion for music, having toured to Dartford’s twin town, Hanau, performing on the double bass in the DGS and DGGS Symphony Orchestra at their 50th Anniversary Concert welcoming the Deputy Mayor, as well as other notable dignitaries.
To invite the Vice Chair to an event (e.g. annual dinner), please get in touch with our Facilitator: elaine.henson@dartford.gov.uk
Get in touch: info@dartfordyouthcouncil.com
Kweku Asofo-Adjei
SECRETARY
Kweku became a member of the Youth council in 2020, and has been involved in various fundraising events – such as a sponsored walk for the ellenor charity.
Kweku is currently the Chair of the Social Media Project Group in the Kent Youth County Council – as well as a Deputy member of the Youth Parliament for Kent. Furthermore, Kweku is a passionate Clarinettist, who plays for the Kent Youth Wind Orchestra.
This year, Kweku’s aim is to amplify the voice of the youth, as well as to improve the mental health of young people in Dartford. In the future, he plans to study medicine at a Russel Group University – to later become a Doctor of Dermatology or Paediatrics.
Get in touch: info@dartfordyouthcouncil.com
Krish Rana
TREASURER
Krish is currently studying for his GCSEs at Dartford Grammar School – which include Computer Science, History, Geography, and Chinese. In the future, he aspires to either study Medicine or PPE at an Ivy League University, or at Oxbridge respectively.
In his free time, Krish enjoys playing cricket and debating, particularly when it encompasses geopolitical factors – such as, in Model United Nations. He also devotes his time to further youth work, working alongside the Kent Youth County Council and UK Youth Parliament.
Since joining the Youth council in 2020, Krish aims to help promote and advertise Dartford Youth Council, in order to involve more young people with the local community – from simply supporting local events and charities, to ultimately the decisions our council makes.
Get in touch: info@dartfordyouthcouncil.com
Sarah Phiri
WEB ADMIN
Sarah is currently working towards her International Baccalaureate Diploma – studying Computer Science, Psychology, and Geography at Higher Level. At her school, she part of the Prefect team, as the Havelock House Captain.
Outside of Dartford Youth Council, she enjoys spending time with friends, going to concerts, and listening to music – as well as playing the saxophone. She also enjoys participating in sports, such as Dance and Netball.
This year, Sarah’s aim is to promote Dartford Youth Council to even more young people, and participate in various charity fundraising events to give back to the local community. In the future, she aspires to study Computer Science at university – to later become a software developer.
Get in touch: info@dartfordyouthcouncil.com
Fola Ojo
PR OFFICER
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Get in touch: info@dartfordyouthcouncil.com
Tami Fapohunda
EVENTS OFFICER
Tami is currently studying for her GCSEs at Dartford Grammar School for Girls – studying subjects such as Design Technology, Geography, French, and Physical Education.
In her free time, Tami enjoys taking part in various sports, such as Netball – where she regularly competes with her club at regional level. Additionally, she has recently developed an interest in Volleyball, which she plays at Dartford Volleyball Club. She also greatly enjoys both music and drama.
This year, Tami’s aim as events officer is to aid gatherings with other councils. In the future, she aims pursue a career in mechanical engineering, then specialise in robotics engineering.
Get in touch: info@dartfordyouthcouncil.com
2021-22
| Chairman | Thomas Gebbett |
| Vice Chair | Zapran Carlsson |
| Secretary | Kweku Asofo-Adjei |
| Treasurer | Krish Rana |
| Web Administrator | Sarah Phiri |
| PR Officer | Fola Ojo |
| Events Officer | Tami Fapohunda |
2020-21
| Chairman | Ricky Taing |
| Vice Chair | Zapran Carlsson |
| Secretary | Sanya Sunil |
| Treasurer | Folabomi Ojo |
| Web Administrator | Isobel Ibironke |
| PR Officer | Thomas Gebbett |
| Events Officer | Babafunto Ojo |
2019-20
| Chairman | Princess Nwafor |
| Vice Chair | Ricky Taing |
| Secretary | Zapran Carlson |
| Treasurer | Toju |
| Web Administrator | Isobel Ibronike |
| PR Officer | Danielle Okine |
| Events Officer | Babafunto Ojo |
2018-19
| Chairman | Omolayo Oluwadare |
| Vice Chair | Thomas Gebbett |
| Secretary | Ricky Taing |
| Treasurer | Toju |
| Web Administrator | David Garcia |
| PR Officer | Princess Nwafor |
| Events Officer | Danielle Okine |
2017-18
| Chairman | Matthew D’Costa |
| Vice Chair | Joshua Grills |
| Secretary | Ricky Taing |
| Treasurer | James Rolls |
| Web Administrator | Tsemaye |
| PR Officer | Omolayo Oluwadare |
| Events Officer | Tom Gebbett |
2016-17
| Chairman | Chloe Louise Gebbett |
| Vice Chair | Matthew D’Costa |
| Secretary | Sarah King |
| Treasurer | Cian Gavin / Charlie Grazebrook / Dan Bui |
| Web Administrator | Joshua Grills |
| PR Officer | Ricky Taing |
| Events Officer | Omolayo Oluwadare |
2015-2016
| Chairman | Chloe Louise Gebbett |
| Vice Chair | Temi Oluwadare |
| Secretary | Kishani Imiachchi |
| Treasurer | Itunu Abolarinwa |
| Web Administrator | Omolayo Oluwadare |
| PR Officer | Charlie Grazebrook |
| Events Officer | Matthew D’Costa |
2014-2015
| Chairman | Chloe Louise Gebbett |
| Vice Chair | Ellen Oaten |
| Secretary | Chris Willey |
| Treasurer | Thomas Glass-Burgess |
| Web Administator | Itunu Abolarinwa |
| PR Officer | Lewis Field |
| Events Officer | Temi Oluwadare |
2013-2014
| Chairman | Oliver Baldwin |
| Vice Chair | Faith Abiola |
| Secretary | Jason Taing |
| Treasurer | Chloe Louise Gebbett |
| Web Administrator | Kalei Ragavaloo |
| PR Officer | Chris Willey |
| Events Officer | Amelia Dimond |
2009-2010
| Chairman | Elizabeth Oke |
| Vice Chair | Mark Richardson |
| Secretary | Mayowa Olufeko |
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