Testimonials
"Neesha always goes the extra mile and makes people feel that they are worthy. They don’t need any experience to participate, and if they can’t afford materials, or unable to access any, they're sent out to them."
Creative
"As a participant of Neesha’s workshop, I experienced a calm atmosphere where everyone could work in their own way, while feeling enabled to step out of their comfort zone. She created a sense of flow which felt very natural. As a session leader I found Neesha very supportive throughout, her belief in creativity for everyone is inspirational!"
Participant
"I have collaborated with Neesha on a number of art projects, and she is a pleasure to work with. She is super dynamic and determined to seize the creativity in every situation.
She’s not just creative in the activities, she thinks very carefully about original ways to engage “hard-to-reach” audiences and spark the imaginations of unconfident participants.
In all situations she brings fun, warmth and support to the groups she’s working with and the artists she commissions. She’s reliable, and available for assistance and feedback above and beyond the call of duty.
Behind it all, she is passionate about providing opportunities for every participant in the arts to flourish and develop their own creative stories.
I really can’t recommend her highly enough."
Artist
"Neesha is an incredible force for good in the arts, particularly in her work with people who are accessing mental health services. She creates momentum in all that she does, and is an experienced community engagement professional who is able to bring together people and develop creative arts programmes with and for them. Her passion for her work is infectious."
Creative
"Everybody should have an opportunity to be creative, and our job is to encourage people to explore their creative identity, especially those who wouldn’t otherwise have an opportunity to do so. It’s what makes the NBAM projects so fulfilling."
Artist
"I’ve struggled with
my mental health a lot
throughout the process but I still
feel more confident now that
I can do some of the changes
needed myself."
Mentee
"This has been a great and
life changing experience
for me and I feel so much more
confident about what and
where I will be taking my art."
Mentee
"I like how thoughtful Neesha is with every little aspect of her projects. She establishes meaningful, ongoing relationships with her participants."
Creative
"I am passionate about
giving hope, helping and
uplifting people. NBAM’s projects
can hopefully make people feel
a bit more comfortable in
their own skin and reduce stress."
Volunteer
"I love Neesha's can-do-attitude. She is so positive and inclusive and really
inspires people. She makes me want to inspire others as well."
Artist