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Educating, Inspiring and Connecting for the Wellbeing of Our Community
About Us :
At Wilder Street Futures, we are dedicated to raising our ambitions by educating and empowering our neighbourhood. Our mission is to provide innovative learning experiences that inspire creativity, practical abilities, and a passion for knowledge then using it to benefit all in our community. Join us on this journey of educational transformation.
Priya - Chair
I have always had a deep love of nature, in the wild and in our gardens. I've also been interested in natural foods.
Through talking to The Bristol Rainforest and seeing the Plant Power film, my colleague and I were inspired to complement the work of TBRF in schools with projects in our wider community.
For myself, it was essen al to have posi ve ac ons which I could take to benefit my community and also to help counter the feelings of helplessness, many of us have, in the face of our health and climate crises. My work with WSF has been a real journey from Anxiety to Ac on for me.
In the heart of our St. Pauls community, WSF is crea ng a large 30m long 'Wall of Vegetables' in its 'Wilder Veg' program under the guidance and training from TBRF. We have also taken our own direc on in the 'Rewilding Wilder Street' and the 'Wilder Wild Flower Meadows' programs.
Central to our work is the empowerment of our community, making knowledge and opportunity available to all. In doing so, we achieve our main goal, which is to build community.
Magdalena - Web Administrator
I’m Magdalena, and my lifelong passion for nature and working with others has shaped my life. Growing up in Poland, surrounded by the beauty of the outdoors, I developed a deep appreciation for the environment and its ability to nurture physical and mental well-being. I believe that spending time in nature builds resilience, happiness, and community.
Through my involvement with The Bristol Rainforest, I’ve been able to engage my children in nature-based activities, teach them about good nutrition, and connect with others. Watching my children develop a love for nature has been one of my greatest joys.
I’m also excited to be part of the Wider Street Futures project, where I work on enhancing green spaces and promoting sustainable practices. I’m passionate about healthy living for women and families and believe we all play a vital role in building a sustainable future. By coming together, we can create positive change for our communities.
As a parent, I feel a deep responsibility to help create a better world for future generations. My experiences have taught me that when communities unite, we grow stronger and can tackle important challenges like climate change, infrastructure, and green space access.
Michelle - Non Executive Board Member
Community Development Worker
Michelle was born in Nairobi, Kenya, with origins from Seychelles, and used to live in Wales hence why she has a slight twang to her accent. Since her arrival in Bristol many years ago, Michelle became quickly got involved with local communities on a voluntary and paid basis and she continues to do this work today. Community Engagement is where her passion lies and is the reason behind everything she does. Michelle strongly believes that helping the community to help themselves is the best way to empower them. In summary, it allows for decision-making, relationship development, and capacity building.
Teaching is my passion. I find immense joy in empowering communities to learn, build confidence, and thrive. I am committed to facilitating and providing engaging classes for this project, with the goal of helping it expand and support as many families as possible. Ultimately, I hope to inspire these communities to become self-sufficient, teach others, and continue growing on their own
Selby - Creative Director
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