A board of directors, elected by members
The Cable’s directors are members who have been elected by the wider membership to ensure democratic accountability.
Directors have limited power, but are incredibly important: rather than playing an active role in day to day operations or editorial decisions, they function as an advisory group, for oversight on planning and strategy, and providing expertise. Ultimately, they provide an added level of scrutiny for the co-operative.
As is the case with all co-operatives, the general membership retain the ultimate power, holding the capacity to elect and un-elect all officials within the co-op.
Directors meet every two months, and give ongoing consultation and advice according to the needs of the operational team.
Our Current Board
Georgia Edwards
Elected in 2022
I am an outreach and communications officer, with experience working in various roles within media and community organisations. I first got involved with the Cable as a participant of the Media Lab programme in 2018. It gave me the skills and confidence to do my own freelance journalism and to work in media. Currently I work at Airwars, a non-profit organisation which uses open-source data (OSINT) to expose civilian harm in conflicts and pursue investigations with media outlets.
Previously I worked in a constituency office in Bristol, as well as Creative Youth Network and Bristol Refugee Rights, supporting different communities in the area. I have always been interested in creating and supporting programmes for young people and the creative industries in Bristol, and I’m keen to use my skills to bring the right people together and help build the Cable’s community.
Josh Nesfield
Elected in 2023
Josh Nesfield is a marketing and communications strategist with experience across the private sector, third sector and government owned businesses. A passionate believer in community engagement and governance, Josh is chair of the South West’s biggest vegetable growing co-operative HWDAA, has sat as a magistrate at Bristol magistrates court for the last 5 years and is a newly appointed member of the management team of Bristol Civic Society. Active in food policy and conservation, Josh is also founder of Ashton Vale Pollinator Hub, a WECA-funded project increasing the footprint of pollinator friendly plants across parts of south Bristol.
Fadumo Farah
Elected in 2024
I’ve been deeply involved in my community, leading Barton House residents and working as the Communications Officer for ACORN. Through this role, I’ve spoken on podcasts, radio shows, and interviews about how ACORN supports local people and fights for social justice. I’ve taken part in various campaigns, from housing rights to renters’ protections, and I’m passionate about standing up for what’s right.
Alongside this, I’m studying for a Master’s degree and working with the charity VANS (Voluntary Action North Somerset) on a project called “Improving Ageing in North Somerset.” This has given me a real understanding of the challenges facing older people and the wider social issues in our area. Being involved in both grassroots activism and charity work has allowed me to connect with people from all walks of life and understand their needs.
I’m passionate about giving back to the community, which is why I’m excited about the opportunity to be a Director for Bristol Cable. I believe my experience in activism, communication, and organising can bring fresh energy and ideas to the role. I’m committed to helping the Cable continue to deliver independent journalism that gives a voice to the people of Bristol.
Tara Miran
Co-opted in 2024
Tara Miran’s Kurdish heritage, lived experiences, and passion for a fairer society and world, drive her work in inclusion, equity, meaningful civic engagement, and activism. Tara currently works in Civic Engagement and Social Purpose at the University of Bristol and is an EDI, Inclusive Engagement, and Environmentalism Consultant. Tara is a researcher with experience in Public Health, Race Equalities, VCSE, and Social Enterprise spaces, and spends much of her time initiating community initiatives and campaigns- bringing people together to demand for more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable systematic change. More recently, Tara co-founded the award-winning The Green Melon which has now developed an offshoot called ‘The Green Melon Community Shop’– a community hub in St Pauls for community projects, campaigns, and cross-pollination of ideas and people power.
Tara consults and advises on matters of equality, inclusion, and equity, to enrich knowledge, understanding, and working practices in engaging inclusively with communities from the Global Majority. Tara believes our work is only complete when we are meaningful and resonate with everyone we engage with, and we must work towards filling those empty seats around us too- intentionally making space for those who are often excluded from our inequitable systems and ways of working. Tara is excited to be part of The Bristol Cable team, and keen to contribute towards honest journalism that puts people first.
Jaldeep Katwala
Elected in 2024
Jaldeep Katwala is the newly-appointed operations lead for The Bristol Cable and one of its Directors. Prior to this, he was the Network Manager for the Public Interest News Foundation where he convened a vibrant community of independent news providers around the United Kingdom.
Jaldeep was a BBC radio and television reporter, and worked as a producer for Channel 4 News and as a presenter and documentary maker for Radio Netherlands International. He also led the undergraduate journalism degree at Bournemouth University.
Jaldeep has worked in media development roles in Serbia, Nigeria, Haiti, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Papua New Guinea, Southeast Asia and South Sudan.
