Tommy Bennett

Gypsy/Traveller Community Carers Support & Development worker

I am the Men’s Engagement Worker for the MECOPP Gypsy/Traveller Carers Project. I am working with the men of the community to have to support the men of the community to engage with practitioners and other services.

I am a Gypsy/ Traveller myself and understand first hand some of the barriers the community face. I have been in post since August. Before I joined the team at MECOPP I was doing voluntary work with Scottish government South Lanarkshire Council, MECOPP and other services regards to improving the lives of Gypsy/ Travellers.

I am a very positive person and believe so much can change from conversations. I love learning new things and my love to read one of my favourite books is the help.