His interest in the LGB&T sector is driven by his desire to advance the equal rights of LGB&T people, and to assure dignity and respect for all citizens here. He recognises the need to outreach to all sectors of society to break down prejudices through dissemination of information, engagement and dialogue.

He was one of 10 people whom the Equality Commission for N Ireland profiled in its publication “Real People”, Real Change” to mark 10 years since its formation. He is a member of the Equality Forum of Belfast City Council, and previously on Community Safety committees at the Council.

He is a board member of Community Change and Shopmobility Belfast, a member of the AgeNI’s Consultative Forum, and an Information Ambassador and Peer Facilitator with AgeNI. He is also a volunteer with NICRAS (NI Community of Refugees and Asylum Seekers).

His other interests are biography, film, early music, local history, conservation, international and national current affairs, politics, mountaineering, photography, and cultural and faith diversity.