Meet the faces behind our mission. Get to know the dedicated individuals who bring compassion and expertise to everything we do.
Founder
Rev. Helen Aigbe-Joseph is the Founder and Executive Director of Vessels of Compassion UK. She is a speaker, author & minister of the Gospel. Following the death of her still born daughter Ruth in 1993, she's carried a passion to reach those going through grief & loss. She has a diploma in Pastoral Care Counselling. A published author of the book “Let The Healer In?” She believes overcoming & not just coping with grief is key to beginning life. She is married to Rev. Kingsley Aigbe-Joseph with 3 daughters.
Trustee
Magnus Gwatidzo is a trustee at Vessels of Compassion UK. She has a career in the manufacturing industry. She's been in faith since her teenage years. During a troublesome marriage she was introduced to Rev Helen. She was wounded, hurting & her first encounter with the ministry was Rev Helen consoling & comforting her. This is how she became connected with this ministry of hope & love. With a heart like Ruth she's been a wonderful asset to the ministry. She serves as Director & Creative Director for Vessels of Compassion Global.
Trustee
Mrs Rose Efih is a trustee at Vessels of Compassion UK She has a notable career in the hospitality industry. She came to the Lord in her early teenage years, since then she hasn’t looked back. She has trusted & seen that the Lord is good. She & her sister Rev. Helen Aigbe-Joseph carry the vision to help those who are grieved. She serves as Director & main recruiter for the ministry. With a career in the hospitality industry, her talents have translated into her role as a Director at Vessels of Compassion Global as she continues to serve people.
Trustee
Theresa Davies is a trustee at Vessels of Compassion UK She is a retired Senior Civil Servant and has been in the faith ministry for over 38 years. As a prayer warrior, she has been an asset to the ministry because her compassionate heart for the needy. Her career as a Senior Civil Servant has translated into her role as a Director with the ministry as she continues to serve people. With a heart like Ruth she's been a wonderful asset to the ministry. She has trusted & seen that the Lord is good. She serves as Director for Vessels of Compassion Global.
team member
Mrs Linetty Makawa is a Qualified Registered Nurse by profession & a passionate volunteer for the Vessels of Compassion (VOC) Global. She started as a volunteer for VOC in 2006 & currently she's our Events coordinator. She's also our Facilitator for our Monthly VOC meetings. She is passionate about helping the needy including orphans & widows.
Trustee
Jane Bokoweic is a trustee at Vessels of Compassion UK. One who has been forgiven and loves much. A mother and grandmother to 5 treasures. Called as a watchman seer to Israel and the United Kingdom over 20 years ago with a ministry of reconciliation. I have ministered to the broken, afflicted, abused and homeless in the church and the community at large for 45 years.
Team Member at Vessels of Compassion UK
Anne Omedi hails from Uganda. As a nurse by profession, she brings a wealth of compassion and care to her work. Married with four children and a granddaughter, Anne joined Vessels of Compassion at its foundation stage, driven by a deep passion to support widows and orphans in need.
Trustee
Stephanie Aigbe-Joseph is a Trustee at Vessels of Compassion UK. She is the Business and Events Manager at her local church. She has a passion for bereavement and seeing people heal through it. She has a passion for the arts having studied at Toronto Film School for acting as well as founding her music management company where she leads a worship band called The Vessel Collective.
Volunteer Chief Operating Officer
Daisy Aigbe-Joseph is the Volunteer Chief Operating Officer at Vessels of Compassion UK. She is a student at King’s College London completing a Master’s in Pharmacy degree. From an early age, she has been driven by a desire to help others and make a meaningful difference in society. As COO, she is known for her collaborative leadership style, strong
organisational skills, and ability to turn vision into action, ensuring the charity operates effectively and delivers lasting change.
Trustee
Selame Negussie is a Trustee at Vessels of Compassion UK. She is also a Learning and Development Officer in the humanitarian sector and a trustee committed to strengthening organisations through training, strategic development, and effective governance. She is passionate about volunteer development and supporting sustainable growth to create lasting community impact.
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