Melissa is a much loved part of the team who began working for UDB in 2006. At that point UDB had a broad desire to work more extensively with children but it was Mel's passion and vision that made this desire a reality. Mel has built up fantastic relationships with local primary schools and developed various programmes that enable children to think about how they can have a positive impact on the people and places around them.

Mel has also played a vital role in developing Kidsclub and our Junior Underground club for those in school years 4 to 6. As well as coordinating childrens' work Mel has responsibility for UDB's prayer development.

Mel is married to UDB's Joel and is the proud mum of Jennah, born in November 2010.