We work in partnership with organisations to improve the lives of local residents and families. Delivering services in Rotherham West, in particular Masbrough and Ferham. Our name reflects the steel heritage of this area, with Robert Jenkins’ Steel Works in Masbrough, once providing employment to local men. We are a values driven organisation and believe in doing the right thing and working in an ethical and equitable way. We are open and honest, operating with integrity and transparency. We aim to be relatable and to not let people down.
Meet our team
Find out a bit more about the people behind Steel City Community Consultancy
Zanib Rasool
Co-Founder
I have worked in the voluntary community sector for over 30 years, starting my career as a community development worker. This provided me with a solid foundation to understand the complexities of community dynamics, the skills and knowledge held by communities, and also the challenges and barriers.
I have extensive experience in securing funding and developing initiatives that foster community cohesion and integration. A significant part of my professional life has been focused on empowering women and young people. I am deeply committed to the principles of equality, diversity, social justice, and equity.
Kathy Wilkinson
Co-Founder
I have 12 years experience of obtaining funding from local and national funders. During the last 2 years I have supported a Mental Health Provider Network, bringing together groups, whilst building opportunities for them to work together and tackle prevention and early intervention in mental health. During this period of time I have assisted groups to bring in just over £1.1million of funding to support them to deliver their activities.
I have a passion for supporting the voluntary and community sector, and am also passionate about bringing in funding for Steel City to deliver to our own projects.
Our Key Aims
We work in partnership with organisations to improve the lives of local residents and families. We are an advocate for the community, engaging with key stakeholders to bring about positive change to people’s lives.
Raising Aspriations
To offer fun, safe and creative provision for children and young people raising aspirations unlocking potential.
Community Development
To use community development asset based approach to support local residents offering door step provision.
Improve Wellbeing
Through creative, health, educational activities improve the mental and physical health wellbeing of residents.
Support Volunteering
Support volunteering and peer mentoring as a first step to employment.
Reducing Isolation
Reduce isolation and loneliness of elderly people through social and well-being activities.
Building Connections
Bring people from different backgrounds and faiths together to celebrate the diversity of the area.
Support Communities
Support families and communities impacted by the cost of living.
Improve Environment
Encourage active travel, cleaner streets, recycling, energy efficiency through working with local residents.