Vanessa Haworth Vanessa is Head of New Project Development for OnSide Youth Zones. She leads ‘live’ Youth Zone projects nationally, taking them from the point of council approval up to pre-opening. She has specific experience in establishing governance structures, building strategic partnerships and stakeholder engagement. With 20 years’ work in the charity sector, arts-led regeneration and social housing, Vanessa has always been interested in building momentum and bringing new ideas to life. Her passion for young people stems from a strong belief in early intervention and prevention. Vanessa was a member of the Clore Social Leadership 2019/20 cohort, a national programme developing leaders with a social purpose so that they can transform their communities, organisations, and the world around them. Manage Cookie Preferences