Andi Kewley

Andi is the manager at Patchwork. She has been in post since 2021, taking over from Michael Bells’ 17 year stint as manager following his unexpected death in the same year.

Prior to that she had been the Senior worker for over 10years. She initially joined patchwork in 2006 as a supervisee whilst studying for a BAHons Informal Education, with YMCA George Williams College London. A sessional detached worker role was available and a full time position followed. She completed an MA in Community and Youth development at Durham University in 2017.

Prior to Patchwork Andi worked with children and young people at the National trust, in various voluntary positions over 10 years prior to that. She has also worked in community mediation, sexual health and nursing. She is committed to long-term neighbourhood based work. Loves nature and the outdoors and gained passions for cycling and hill walking through Patchwork.