OUR BOARD
Associates
Asia Charles
Asia is a mindfulness teacher with experience delivering courses and workshops to diverse groups in clinical, educational, corporate and community settings. She works with individuals and groups to promote emotional well-being and resilience through mindfulness practices, particularly in environments that support stress management and personal growth.
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In 2024, Asia ran our mindful dance workshop for children at Acton Gardens Community Centre. She also contributed to our ‘Talking Sticks’ workshop for parents and children and assisted with our youth programme developments alongside twice BAFTA-nominated documentary director George Amponsah. Asia is a BSc Psychology graduate and MA student in Teaching Mindfulness-Based Approaches at Bangor University, she also holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Arts Therapy from the Institute for Arts in Therapy and Education (IATE). Currently, she is training as a Holistic Integrated Creative Arts Therapy (HICAT) practitioner and Children & Young People’s Coach.
Jemma Archer
Jemma has partnered with YARDO to deliver Mindfulness for Seniors with the United Anglo-Caribbean Society in Ealing.
A dedicated mindfulness teacher with a decade of practice, she continually refines her skills through ongoing training, workshops and retreats.
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Alongside her mindfulness work, Jemma brings over 15 years’ experience as a sports television producer, where mindfulness techniques have helped her navigate a demanding industry. She is passionate about supporting others in managing stress and is committed to diversity and inclusivity in mindfulness.
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Tazzyi
Tazzyi was appointed as our first Youth Ambassador in February 2023, with the support of funding from the BAYO Initiative (Ubele).
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​Currently a full-time student and musician, Tazzyi aims to provide creative opportunities and platforms for young people to express themselves through various art forms.
With the help of Yardo, the aim is to encourage healthy conversations around well-being and mindfulness through music, poetry and spoken word events in and around Ealing as well as directing young people to the support that is available to them.
Samia Nelson
​My work is grounded in a philosophy of inclusiveness and embraces all cultures and identities. I have a deep regard for ordinary human suffering and welcome all experiences.​
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​Samia Nelson MSc - YARDO Director
Adult & Group TA Psychotherapist
Parenting for Additional Needs (SEN) specialism
YARDO is a not-for-profit dedicated to delivering therapeutically informed, cross-subsidised programmes for third-sector and community groups.
Our facilitators are accredited, quality-assured professionals known for their clinical excellence, empathy, and experience with diverse communities.
Our programmes are funded through donations, commissions, grants, and pro-bono support. We are deeply grateful to all our supporters, especially Green & Co. Charity Ltd and Acton Gardens Community Chest!
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