Meet TfL’s Independent Disability Advisory Group (IDAG)

Joanna has been chair of IDAG since 2017. She encourages, challenges and supports TfL’s IDAG so that London’s transport network becomes increasingly accessible and inclusive. She has worked in the private, public and voluntary sectors. Joanna is currently the Disability Justice programme lead for Trust for London, and is Chair of Governors for Frank Barnes School for deaf children. 

Allison is a disability expert specialising in mental health and neurodiversity, with a decade of experience in access and inclusion roles. She has worked as a Specialist Coach and Advisor, supporting individuals and advising institutions on inclusive practices and impact analysis.  

Natalie has worked in the disability rights field for over 25 years. She has a particular interest in buses, the Equality Act and finding practical solutions to complex challenges.  

Sarah is a disability equality and accessibility trainer, specialising in transport. As a disabled non-Londoner, she believes fellow visitors and tourists should be able to get around London in an intuitive and spontaneous way – without extra cost or time.

Maggie has had a long career in transport economics, planning and operations.  She carried out pioneering research into the demand for and supply of transport for disabled people, and now has personal experience of travelling with reduced mobility.

I love London, I was born in the City of London and have had a disability since childhood. After a successful career as an investment banker, I became a champion for disability rights and race equality, driven by a commitment to systemic change and inclusion.  

As an award-winning social entrepreneur and systems leader, I’ve transformed some of the UK’s major institutions, including the Premier League (proportional wheelchair access), NHS England (free disabled parking), and Greater London (ULEZ reasonable adjustments). 

Shravani is an Urban and Transport Planner completing her PhD at the University of Warwick, focusing on inclusive access to next-generation transport technologies for underrepresented communities. Passionate about sustainable mobility and equity, she works to bridge the gap between technology, accessibility, and climate action for a more inclusive and healthier future. 

Agnes is a specialist in equality law, policy and practice. She has supported more than 500 organisations across sectors to create fair and inclusive workplaces and services.  

James Lee holds advisory roles at various organisations, including the Greater London Authority. Here, he works to make the capital a more inclusive and equitable place. James also leads a new area of work for the City Bridge Foundation. This is London’s largest independent grant funder, providing c.£30m in grant funding a year to civil society organisations across London. 

Jo brings together lived experience of disability. She also holds a Masters degree in Disability Studies and a wide variety of disability equality consultancy work with public, private and third-sector organisations. She is currently the Accessibility Lead at Man City Football Club.  

Jean Marc, a visually impaired civil engineer with a PhD in visually impaired mobility, has dedicated his career to pioneering assistive technology. As Chief Innovation Officer at WeWALK, he leads the development of the WeWALK Smart Cane in partnership with RNIB and Microsoft, receiving accolades such as the TIME Best Invention and the King’s Award for Innovation. Through his honorary appointment at Imperial College London, he conducts novel research on transport accessibility, focusing on human-centred, systematic improvements. 

Esther is a consultant and advocate dedicated to ensuring that disabled people have equal experiences, focusing on inclusive pedestrian and cycling infrastructure and informed transport decision-making. As a trustee of Reasonable Access, has influenced policies and laws on accessibility through extensive legal campaigning and contributions to parliamentary committees, while also enjoying sports, adventures, and discovering accessible locations in their free time.

Born in Romania and raised in the UK, Cornel overcame early challenges to earn BA and MA degrees from Oxford. He built a distinguished career in accessibility across sectors like local government, rail, and banking. Cornel currently leads inclusive financial services at Lloyds Banking Group, and is a professional musician and former CEO of a disability charity. Rohan has appeared on shows like The Last Leg and The Chase.