Episode 19 - From Litter to Leadership: Emma Hawkins on Integrity, Local Action & Independent Politics
Description
In this episode of Marlow Uncovered, we welcome back Emma Hawkins, the inspirational founder of Marlow Wombles, for a deeper dive into her latest mission: running as an independent local councillor.
Emma shares what compelled her to move from cleaning up Marlow’s streets to challenging its political culture—calling for collaboration over conflict, action over empty promises, and real representation for those too often left unheard. We talk youth engagement, skateparks, societal apathy, political toxicity, and what it really means to walk the walk in community service.
This conversation is about more than politics. It’s about resilience, integrity, and creating ownership in the community—especially for young people and the marginalised. Emma’s voice cuts through the noise with raw honesty and practical vision, offering a refreshing look at what leadership could (and should) be.
👉 Whether you vote or not, this episode will challenge how you view your local representatives—and why grassroots change matters more than ever.
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