Community Development Action Hertfordshire

About Us


Who we are

CDA Herts stands for Community Development Action Hertfordshire.

We are a countywide voluntary organisation governed by a Board of Trustees. For more than 60 years, we have supported communities and delivered projects and services that improve life across Hertfordshire.

We are the Rural Community Charity for Hertfordshire and work to raise awareness of the needs of rural communities, farmers and businesses.

We bring people and communities together, champion those whose voices are less often heard and support voluntary organisations with the knowledge, connections and resources they need.

A rural Hertfordshire village

Board Members

Our Trustees are elected at the Annual General Meeting and work with staff to support the Vision, Mission and Values of CDA Herts. Each Trustee brings experience, insight and connections that strengthen our work and its impact.

Jodie Deards

Jodie Deards

Sharon Parmar

Sharon Parmar

John Dawson

John Dawson

Peter Azilah

Peter Azilah

Annabel Graham-Smith

Annabel Graham-Smith

Staff

Our staff work closely with the Trustees to deliver projects and services aligned with the Vision, Mission and Values of CDA Herts. Each brings specialist knowledge and strong community connections.

Kevin Poulton

Kevin Poulton Chief Executive Officer

Yvonne Saxton

Yvonne Saxton Finance Officer and Communications

Stuart Izzard

Stuart Izzard Rural Projects Officer

Syed Hasan

Syed Hasan Rural Housing Enabler

Funders and Supporters

We are grateful for the generous support of our funders and partners. Their backing makes it possible for us to deliver lasting change across Hertfordshire’s communities.