BBC Radio 1Xtra’s Fee Mak joins Your Place as Patron
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East London homelessness charity Your Place is proud to announce that BBC Radio 1Xtra and television presenter Fee Mak has officially joined the organisation as Patron.
Born and raised in Newham, Fee brings her signature warmth and from the airwaves of her popular Sunday morning show on 1Xtra, to support Your Place’s mission of ending homelessness one person at a time.
Fee has publicly backed Your Place’s campaigns in recent years, and her appointment as Patron marks a deepening of her long-standing connection. Her passion for community, combined with her experience in the media industry and work with young people, will help the charity reach new audiences and inspire residents - many of whom are pursuing their own creative paths.
Based in the London Borough of Newham - which has the highest rate of homelessness in the country, with 1 in every 18 people without a secure home - Your Place plays a vital role in the community. The charity provides not only safe and stable accommodation, but also personalised support to help people rebuild their lives. From health services to skills training and employment pathways, Your Place is committed to ending homelessness for each individual that comes through their doors, through personalised support.
“We’re absolutely thrilled to welcome Fee as a Patron,” said Amanda Dubarry, Chief Executive of Your Place. “The impact of Fee’s support has already been significant, and her genuine commitment to support those affected by homelessness, combined with her Newham roots, make her the perfect advocate for the work of Your Place. We’re excited about what this partnership brings.”
“Homelessness is a major issue that deserves our attention, especially here in Newham,”, said Fee Mak. “Since my secondary school days, volunteering and giving back have always been close to my heart. I’m honoured to support the vital work Your Place is doing to empower people and change lives in my community. It’s a privilege to play even a small part in such an inspiring mission, and I’m excited for all that lies ahead!”
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About Your Place
EDITORS’ NOTES: Your Place is a charity dedicated to solving homelessness in East London, one person at a time. It is based in the London Borough of Newham, which has the highest levels of homelessness in the country. In Newham, one in 18 people are homeless, higher rate than any other area in England which far exceeds London’s average of one in 47 (source: Shelter, December 2024). The charity works closely with each person who comes through their doors, guiding them to meet their own health, education and employment goals through accommodation, one-to-one and peer-led support. With specialist teams and a caring community around them, residents can build the self-belief, confidence and skills to reach a better place in their lives. Your Place supports 153 people at any one time, making it one of the largest hostels in the country. www.your-place.org.uk