Suzanne Fernandes

I am a criminal justice practitioner and community advocate based in West London. Committed to social justice, public safety and community empowerment. I grew up in Ealing with strong ties to Acton, where I made my first home. I attended local schools, St Gregory’s and St Augustine’s Priory and have fond memories of Ealing Cricket Club where my father played in the first team—shaping my deep connection to the community. My work brings together grassroots organising, partnership working and neighbourhood engagement. I have supported community justice initiatives and served on the advisory board of Tell MAMA helping to tackle hate. I am the founder and voluntary owner of Ealing Freegle, which I have run since 2010 as part of the national Freegle network, supporting 24,000 Ealing Borough subscribers through reuse and mutual aid. I am particularly committed to tackling anti-social behaviour (ASB) and unlicensed HMOs which impact neighbourhood safety. Residents face noise nuisance, alcohol and drug-related activity and intimidation linked to poorly managed properties while vulnerable tenants are often exploited. I will be a visible, accessible councillor working alongside residents to deliver safer streets, better housing and stronger communities.