Ana Popovici
@AnaPopovici8
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Public servant passionate about connecting people and place for positive community growth. Deputy Chief Executive serving Richmond and Wandsworth Councils
Wandsworth London, England
Joined July 2018
When the going gets tough letโs think about why weโre doing the work and the values we brought into it to express. Letโs focus on our core values โ it is those that are permanent, whatever our job, organisation we work in, whatever the challenge.Take care of yourselves.
Kindness goes a long way right now. Throughout the ๐ there will be SWkers helping 2 pick up some of the shattered pieces. Here's 2 fellow social workers out there! Happy #socialwork day! @MDSCCltd @AnaPopovici8 @Ian_C_Thomas
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Iโm honoured to be included in @MutualVentures' International Womenโs Day report, celebrating female leaders in public services whilst inviting brave conversation about inclusive leadership.Letโs challenge assumptions and drive real change together. And letโs do it with kindness
๐ข Report launch๐ข As part of Mutual Ventures' campaign to celebrate #IWD2025, we are thrilled to announce the release of our latest report, ๐ช๐ผ๐บ๐ฒ๐ป ๐ถ๐ป ๐ฝ๐๐ฏ๐น๐ถ๐ฐ ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐น๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ต๐ถ๐ฝ - ๐ถ๐ป๐๐ถ๐ด๐ต๐๐ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ฒ๐
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๐ Celebrating the magic of 50 years @battersea_arts Culture unites our communities! ๐ It's through relationships and shared experiences that we find healing and inspiration. Let's embrace the beauty of creativity and connection! โค๏ธโจ
Had the best time celebrating 50 years of @battersea_arts last night! ๐ชฉ๐๐พ Amazing performances by @BACBeatboxAcad & @rODIUMrECORDS ! ๐ญ Congratulations to @TarekIskander1 & @amyrosevaughan & the rest of the amazing team for such a fun, magical evening! ๐ฅณ
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๐โจ What a magical evening! Shimmering sparkles, captivating panel discussions, music, dance, laughter. Wow. People, place togetherness. Hereโs to many more moments like this! Happy 50th @battersea_arts Congratulations @TarekIskander1 โค๏ธ๐ถ๐
Had the best evening celebrating 50 years of the fabulous and iconic @battersea_arts โญ๏ธ๐ Dancing around to the amazing @BACBeatboxAcad ๐ Huge thank you @TarekIskander1 and the whole team ๐ซ @AnaPopovici8
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โจAs summer fades and the school bell rings, we embrace the beautiful transitions that shape our lives. New beginnings, friendships, and the love for learning and people remind us of the endless possibilities ahead. Hereโs to a year filled with positive vibes ๐ซถ๐ป๐ #NewBeginnings
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๐Today is a significant milestone for students, teachers, parents and foster parents alike! To our young people, as you embrace the emotions, whether itsโs joy, relief, or determination, remember every result is a step towards your future โจ #GCSEResultsDay #ProudMoment
Congratulations to all students who received their GCSE results today! Cllr @KateCStock, Cabinet Member of Children, expresses her pride in the achievements of local students: โWishing all Wandsworth students the very best as you collect your GCSE results today." (1/3)
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Best of luck Aaron as you compete! Your determination and spirit inspire us all. We're proud to have your sister Emma, as part of our council childrenโs teamโher dedication mirrors yours! Go shine on that stage! ๐#Paralympics #Inspiration"
๐ตHe's one of our own ...๐ต๐ South Londoner Aaron McKibbin is going for his 4th medal in just as many Paralympics! Aaron was born with bilateral talipese and took up Table Tennis at school in Wandsworth. #paralympicsGB #Paris2024 ๐
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๐โจ Exam results day is here! Iโm so proud of everyone. Keep believing in yourselves and embrace the journey aheadโจ #ExamResultsDay #FutureSuccess
Wishing all Wandsworth young people the very best of luck as you collect your results today. Hoping all your hard work has paid off and you get the grades for your chosen next steps. Whatever the outcome we are proud of you and will ensure you have any further support you need.
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Communities are at their strongest when voices of the youth are uplifted and relationships are nurtured. At the heart of young voices, lies the power to cultivate hope, and spread love. Thank you Cyprian โค๏ธ thank you @CarneyCommunity โค๏ธ #CommunityLove #FutureHope
Cyprian Nelson will perform the coin toss at the Gentlemen's Singles Final representing @CarneyCommunity, a charity helping young people in our local community through boxing and mentoring. Introducing Cyprian... #Wimbledon
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Let us โdanceโ towards a 2025 and a future where art knows no boundaries, where culture thrives in the shared experiences of a community united @wandbc Thank you VC Prof. Jean-Noel Ezingeard @RoehamptonUni for having me! #Arts #Culture #Community #Choreomundus
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Happy Father's Day to all dads and father figures out there. Your love shapes lives and hearts in ways words cannot express. Today, we celebrate you. To my dad, thank you for being my rock, my guide, and my hero. May your day be filled with joy and smiles. #FathersDay โค๏ธ
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Happy social work day! To all social workers, thank you for embodying the true spirit of kindness and compassion. Love โค๏ธ to you all. #SocialWork #buenvivir #MakingADifference
@wandbc @socialworkaward
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Feeling immensely inspired, thank you for welcoming me on #WorldBookDay! Witnessing kids' superpowers, dreams, and hopes for the future is truly heartwarming. The future is bright with these amazing young minds! ๐โจ #EmpowerTheFuture #InspiredByKids
Our theme for Book Week this year was โCareers, Dreams & Aspirationsโ inspired by Virginie Morgandโs book. We loved seeing so many different professions: authors, doctors, athletes, lawyers, musicians, engineers, reporters and moreโฆ even a bee-keeper! #aspiration @InspiringTF
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Celebrating my sister today, my best friend by choice! She's truly the greatest gift my parents ever gave me. Grateful for her love, laughter and inspiration every day. #Sisterhood #FamilyLove
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Be curious, do delve into Stephenโs powerful story @wandbc
#SocialWork #Wandsworth #InspiringStories
Stephen chats about his work as a Specialist Practitioner, moving to London, and why he felt @wandbc was the right fit for him as he switched from an agency to permanent #SocialWork role.๐ฅ๐๐ Read Stephen's story here ๐ https://t.co/W8FE3U46tZ
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One of the greatest tools for life to gift our children is education. And our Wandsworth family of schools keep on gifting. Thank you ๐๐ผ #giftofeducation
Congratulations to @Stanselms_toot listed in top 10 best primary schools in London by Sunday Times. Congrats too to https://t.co/7m33PmSjJm and @HoneywellJnr both also highlighted in paper's 'Parent Power' best UK schools guide https://t.co/POZqXQyaAG
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Sunrise, nature's perfect symphony of colours and light, a unique masterpiece never to be replicated. A gentle invitation to forever cherish lifeโs imperfect moments, for they hold a rare and irreplaceable story. So far, yet so close #sunrise #wintersun
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๐๐ Big thanks to @salvationarmyuk for their incredible donation of Christmas gifts! ๐๐ผ Your generosity will bring countless smiles to children in Wandsworth. โค๏ธ Let's spread the joy and make this holiday season extra special for everyone. #ThankYou #Generosity #SpreadTheJoy
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Thank you @CCK_Roehampton , your dedication to supporting local families during difficult times is simply inspirational. Your tireless efforts are making a real difference in our community. Thank you for being a beacon of hope and compassion. ๐ #CommunityHeroes #Gratitude
Did you miss us on the BBC1 News yesterday? Here is our interview. Thank you so much @BBCNews we really enjoyed your visit to the community kitchen.
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Thank you @PWRtoConnect for unlocking a whole new world of opportunities for our amazing parents๐ก๐ป From online safety to connecting with loved ones, upskilling in digital platforms has never been more important. ๐๐๐คณ #DigitalSkills #ParentsRock #Empowerment
Yesterday we completed our Family Online Safety Course at Yvonne Carr Family Hub #Wandsworth Parents and carers delved into essential topics like parental restrictions, privacy settings, avoiding online scams. Helping to build a safer digital environment for our families! ๐ป๐ซ
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Inspiring minds, touching hearts, transforming lives, our incredible Mr Brading, A beacon of light for our local community. Thank you for being an extraordinary leader and role model! โจ #InspiringHeads #CommunityPower #Gratitude
Congratulations to Mr Jared Brading of Sacred Heart Primary School Battersea, A true local hero. Knowing you for the past 10 years and the work you do for children out of school hours indeed you deserve to be added on the Mayor roll of honour. God bless you and congratulation.
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