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Why should we listen to you anyway?
I mean… fair question. I can’t give you the answer to that. I am one of many voices…
I’m a health and wellbeing coach working for a GP Federation in East Hertfordshire. I give lots of advice to families, and lots of direct support to children, teenagers and young adults helping them navigate their difficult feelings, and find ways to grow more resilience.
That, and these people think I’m alright:
Kevin is […] thoughtful and always willing to lead from the front.
I enjoy working with him.
The Rt. Hon. Sir Norman Lamb is Chair of South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust and Chair of the Kooth Advisory Board.
He was formerly Chair of the Children and Young People’s Mental Health Coalition and formerly Mental Health Minister
Kevin [is] always willing to do whatever task he was given and always worked hard.
He was persuasive […] and a pleasure to have alongside[…].
The Rt. Hon. Baroness Lynne Featherstone was formerly a Minister for Equality who legalised same-sex marriage.
It was a pleasure to work with Kevin[…].
He has a wonderful, positive attitude and is always ready to get stuck in to make things happen.
Judith Bunting is a screenwriter and executive producer.
Judith was formerly a Member of the European Parliament and was part of several delegations on behalf of the European Parliament.
I know Kevin to be a tireless, committed campaigner and a real champion for the cause.
[H]e will provide vital support for victims of crime, and give priority to tackling domestic and child abuse.
Simon Wright is Chief Executive Officer of a charity that supports bereaved children.
Simon was formerly a Member of Parliament and Parliamentary Private Secretary to the then Deputy Prime Minisrer.
Kevin was a pleasure to work with, very well organised and polite. He would always go the extra mile in the service both for his colleagues and for children and families, showing he was very hard-working and dedicated.
He [was] very good at using his initiative, to come up with new ideas and more effective and efficient ways of working.
Dr Mairi Emerson-Smith is a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist who specialises in neurodevelopmental disorders, and working with children, young people and families.
Kevin is always willing to help others. Having him in our team has helped us organise and plan our day to day activities.
Plus, he is well-mannered and easy going, which is essential when communicating with families and neurodivergent people.
Dr Natalia Buron is a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist who specialises in neurodevelopmental disorders, and working with children, young people and families.
Kevin is enthusiastic and hard-working team member. He is dedicated to his work [with children and young people] and colleagues. He is receptive to change and contribut[ing] to service development.
Kevin can be a great asset to any team.
Joyce Abrafi is an ADHD Nurse Independent Prescriber who specialises in working with children and young people.
Joyce was formerly a Health Visitor.
He is a diligent, personal and powerful campaigner who could make a real difference on a national level.
We need more people like him to navigate the difficult challenges ahead.
Hayden Ostrom Brown is a small business owner.
Hayden was formerly the leader of a political party in Australia.
Kevin was a great asset when working with me. Kevin took the organisation’s change process in his stride, identified problems — and solutions — and helped us through.
We are grateful to him.
Flo Clucas OBE is a Cabinet Member for Safety and Communities on a local authority.
Flo was formerly a member of the European Committee of the regions.
Kevin is a first-rate campaigner and I have asked him on many occasions for advice.
Hannah Thompson is a public affairs expert.
Hannah was formerly the mayoress of Woking and a political campaigns organiser.
Kevin is one of the most hard-working and dedicated people I know. He is friendly and will always lend a hand when you need it.
It’s rare to be both inspiring and down to earth, but Kevin does it.
Matt Downey was formerly a local councillor.
Having worked with Kevin, I know he’d be a real credit to any team lucky enough to have him.
The breadth of his understanding on […] issues is impressive. He would not be caught on the back foot discussing […] issues of substance.
Harriet Shone is a leading public affairs expert in her field.
Harriet was formerly the leader of an international office for a major political party.
Kevin is an honest, fun, and hardworking individual who’s driven by his values.
I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside Kevin. He is a leader, I’ve appreciated his advice and support over the last decade.
Alex Harding is a senior civil servant.
Over the years I worked with Kevin on a number of campaigns. He’s one of the hardest working campaigners I’ve had the good fortune to tramp the streets with.
No task too large or small for him.
Geoff Williams MBE is a parish councillor.
Kevin isn’t just someone who goes out and campaigns because he has to, he does it because he genuinely wants to make a difference.
We need more people like that[…].
Joshua Dixon is a campaigns officer working for a large organisation that supports social workers.
Joshua was formerly a local councillor.
I hugely enjoyed working alongside Kevin, who has significant depth of experience working with individuals across a range of seniorities, in complex organisations, and doing so with patience, tact and considerable emotional intelligence. In the instances we worked together he was always very committed and very hardworking, willing to put himself out in order to ensure work was completed effectively and efficiently.
Ben Williams OBE works for a large grant-making charity that supports change-making organisations.
Ben was formerly a Special Advisor in government, chief of staff to the leader of a major political party and local councillor.
Kevin is a great and generous campaigner firmly committed to […] individual freedoms and fundamental rights [being] truly respected.
Yuri Guiana is a freedom fighter and activist for human rights.
Yuri was formerly a local councillor.
Kevin is a committed and energetic campaigner, offering support and encouragement to local campaigners.
Chris Millington was formerly the co-leader of a local authority.
I have known Kevin for some time.
I find him to be an open and cheerful person who enjoys learning new things, and a forward thinker using a creative approach.
Elsa Caleb is a leading business development consultant and advisor.
Elsa has formerly worked with the government on flagship projects supporting small start-up businesses.
Kevin campaigned with my European team[…]. It was great to have this kind of support coming from British liberals[…].
Chantal Leib was formerly a member of two high-profile liberal presidential campaigns in France.
I have worked with Kevin in the past on diversity issues. He […] lives his values.
We need more people who fight for their values[…].
Pauline Pearce was formerly a candidate for the mayoralty in Hackney. She shot to fame as the ‘Hackney Heroine’ during the Hackney riots.
I worked alongside Kevin for years.
He was a firm friend to the interests of the devolved nations. He’s also a tireless and inspirational campaigner on diversity issues.
Euan Davidson is a local authority councillor.
Euan was formerly a leading member of a youth political party wing and stood for parliament.
As well as being intelligent and knowledgeable, Kevin is approachable and empathetic. He is a very energetic and persistent campaigner.
Julien Poulain is a leading advocate for people with rare diseases.
Kevin’s an incredible guy; his tireless enthusiasm for the things he cares about makes him a fantastic campaigner and a good friend.
His advice is invaluable, and he’s always been there to help me out when it’s needed.
Charlie Kingsbury was formerly a mayor of his town and a leading member of a youth political party wing.
Kevin is a tireless and passionate campaigner. His dedication […] is inspiring.
He will be an amazing champion[…].
Nicholas Da Costa is a local councillor and an advocate for the highest standards in healthcare.
Kevin is a voice I trust and respect. He is always happy to explain his own position, but equally happy to listen to others.
His broad appeal also means he has a broad approach, and has something useful to say on pretty much every subject. A trusted and worthwhile campaigner and friend.
Lee Dargue is an advocate for mental health service users and for better mental health services.
I’ve known Kevin for years. He is a strong character, and leader, and a great friend.
I work in the NHS, and I know that Kevin will always fight to protect our NHS[…].
Bethan Thomas is a senior manager in the NHS.
Kevin is a great grassroots campaigner.
I always go to Kevin for advice due to his comprehensive experience as a grassroots campaigner [and] campaigns organiser[…].
Dipa Vaya is an equality and diversity campaigner who works in the NHS.
Kevin has built a network of colleagues through the adept use of modern tools and his superior communication skills. I am impressed by both his political analysis and his ability to connect to people from all walks of life, at home and abroad.
He is great fun to work with.
Bryan Bondy was formerly a leading member of a major political party.
I’ve known Kevin for years. At university, he campaigned for important reforms and challenged the establishment.
He stands up for what he believes in, and stands up for other people too. He’s a real friend and a big asset.
George Hopkin is a teacher of English as a foreign language.
George was formerly a student union leader.
Kevin is an incredibly dedicated activist and, although we disagree on some issues, I could never question his commitment to equality and fairness in every aspect of his work.
As a student campaigner, he worked tirelessly to engage others, and any campaign team would be lucky to have him supporting their cause.
Maya Esslemont is a leading campaigner who supports the human rights of everybody who survives human trafficking.
Maya was formerly a student union leader.
Whether it’s campaigning in his local community or being a leading liberal voice on the national stage, Kevin has a great track record.
[W]e need people like Kevin […].
Sam Phripp is a public affairs officer for a homeless charity.
Sam was formerly a local councillor.
Equality and fairness are at the centre of Kevin’s open and professional approach. He is a proactive campaigner! I have had the pleasure of working with him and saw first-hand his communication and leadership skills.
Kevin’s sincerity is also a key to his success[…]. He really does care.
Julia Cambridge is a local councillor.
Julia was formerly the mayor of her borough.
Kevin is a very able campaigner who works well with people, including during the most pressured of environments and when personal differences and difficulties arise between others.
He is able to calmly and resolutely produce a solution and work towards it quickly and with minimal fuss. He is the one that resolves conflicts rather than starting or engaging in them.
Additionally, he’s a very nice guy[…]. He has no ego and he just happily gets on with the job of helping people. I can recommend him fully without a second thought.
Chris Ward is an IT professional.
Chris was formerly a local councillor.
Kevin has always demonstrated sensitivity towards people and possesses the rare gift of overlooking one’s differences in order to find common ground. He is a genuine, kind and committed individual who does not compromise on his values.
His sense of humour, relaxed demeanour and utmost respect for others are a disarming combination, making him a trusted and beloved confidant for students at our university.
Young adults and children need more Kevin McNamaras in their lives.
Rosie Copsey is a person-centred care worker.
Rosie was formerly the leader of a feminist society in the student union movement.
It didn’t take me long to realise that Kevin’s passion for the advancement of liberal causes […] is the sort of passion that drew me to liberalism activism.
His unparalleled drive, dedication, and good humoured approach to politics are things you don’t often come across, but they’re invaluable if you want a winning campaign.
Dylan Johnstone-Morris was a political activist for a major political party.
Kevin is a great character and a hard worker, always the first to pitch fresh ideas.
I have worked with Kevin in a number of different ways and he has always absolutely excelled, proving to be a valuable member of the team and a very capable independent worker.
Conor McKenzie is a digital campaigns expert.
Conor was formerly a political campaigns organiser.
Not only is Kevin a force for good and positive change but he’s also extremely hard working and a joy to be around.
Callum Morton was formerly a local councillor.
I have had the opportunity to work alongside Kevin on multiple occasions. He is passionate, engaging, and dedicated to delivering fairness and equality.
Kevin is very experienced in campaigning on diversity issues, and always puts the needs of others first.
Jamie Wilson is an experienced NHS nurse.
Jamie was formerly a student union leader.
Kevin is an enthusiastic campaigner and an effective public speaker. His friendly and engaging manner plus his sense of humour, mean that volunteers enjoy working with him and people are willing to talk to him on the doorstep.
He is good to have on a team!
Sue Farrant was formerly the mayor of her town and a local councillor.
Kevin is naturally generous and regularly helps other people. [H]e’s fun. Never underestimate the importance of that for reinvigorating and enthusing those around him.
Dawn Barnes is a marketing expert who works in the education sector. She is a parliamentary candidate and a local councillor.
I’ve worked with Kevin and he is a strong advocate of women, ethnic minorities, LGBT+ people and people with disabilities.
This is because he believes all people are important, whoever they are or wherever they come from.
I know he would fight to defend people, whoever they are.
Natasha Sadaeva is a civil servant.
Natasha was formerly a student union leader.
Kevin has great campaign experience across the country and a great ability to engage and build rapport.
He has a critical eye and a real passion for social justice. Kevin [is] a brilliant advocate for those with the least heard voices.
Gareth Shelton is a small business owner.
“Kevin[‘s] pragmatic and informed approach to […] teamwork is a credit to him.
Ciaran Morrisey is a financial services professional and a local councillor.
Kevin is a[n] effective campaigner on issues he cares about.
He’s a very enthusiastic and engaging person — qualities which make him a pleasure to deal with.
Elidih Macfarlane is a civil servant.
Elidih was formerly a leading member of a youth political party wing.
During my time at [university[, I worked with Kevin on several campaigns and events.
His passion for social justice is always evident in the work he does, which makes him a very engaging and motivating person to work with.
Lea Evers is a consultant.
Lea was formerly a student union leader.
Kevin is the most […] astute person I know, with a phenomenal grasp of how […] to change [people’s] perceptions.
He never fails to impress me with his ability to condense what may appear to be a complex issue with a short and snappy explanation.
What’s more, he can often doing so while making you laugh.
Andrew Martin is a teacher of English as a foreign language.
Andrew was formerly a local councillor.
Kevin is an inspiring campaigner. His vivacity and commitment […] never wains even in the most testing times.
His combination of eloquence and enthusiasm makes him one of the best activists around to work alongside.
Chris Whiting works in public affairs.
Chris was formerly a political activist.
Kevin is as fiercely intelligent as he is dedicated to the causes he believes in.
He is always keen to debate about politics and philosophy and frequently gives me cause to consider my own views.
While I may disagree with him in some areas, I can attest that Kevin is a passionate advocate of liberalism and will fight tirelessly to promote it.
Samuel Fawcett is a public servant.
I have seen first hand how Kevin is a dedicated and passionate campaigner on the issues that matter most[…].
He has the enthusiasm and experience to successfully push […] to put people first.
Ed Sanderson is a family law solicitor.
When I first met Kevin[…], he was incredibly welcoming and has gone out of his way since to offer a hand if I need it.
His motivation to campaign for a freer world has even taken him across the [world] to join the fight for liberal values and find out how we can learn from their success.
Ab Brightman is a highly experienced campaigns consultant.
Kevin is a passionate and highly knowledgeable campaigner. When he sees an issue which affects peoples’ lives, he can always be trusted to work tirelessly to improve it.
I can think of no one better to shout loudest for those with no voice.
Emily Tester works in public affairs.
Kevin is a fantastic campaigner, committed to standing up for those without a voice.
It is always a pleasure to work with him, and we need more people like him in politics.
Henry Foulds is a disability rights activist.
