About us
Who we are
Esther Banquet extended her outreach work in July, 2023 arising from the changing needs of the society in meeting the needs and demands of the disadvantaged groups in a turbulent post covid era
We are committed to transforming lives through education, mentoring, advocacy, and empowerment, reaching individuals from multicultural backgrounds in Greater Manchester and beyond.
Our work focuses on creating opportunities, restoring dignity, and building strong foundations for the next generation of leaders.
Our approach
Our Mission
To inspire, motivate, and transform the lives of marginalised people through the transformative power of education — empowering them to live purposefully, overcome life’s challenges, and influence their communities for good.
Esther Banquet is a social enterprise organisation with a mission to inspire, motivate, and transform the lives of marginalised people from a multicultural background in Greater Manchester and beyond through the transforming power of education.
Our Vision
To provide 1-to-1 mentoring and training through our specialist Education Hub – The Excel Academy, offering support for those facing:
- Deprivation and abuse
- Educational and employment challenges
- Financial or parenting difficulties
- Anti-social behaviour and spiritual crises
We aim to help every individual rebuild their life, regain confidence, and achieve a better quality of life.
Our Aims & Objectives
Deliver innovative programmes in education, training, employment, and mentoring
Enhance capacity, confidence, and leadership potential among marginalised people.
Provide a platform for inspired leadership and positive role models.
Offer practical, emotional, and spiritual support to autistic individuals and their families
Empower communities through outreach, advocacy, and faith-based initiatives.
Mobilise facilitators and partners globally to advance our shared mission.
OUR VALUES
We are guided by principles that ensure integrity, inclusion, and transformation in all we do:
- Equality & Diversity: We stand against all forms of discrimination and promote inclusion.
- Integrity: We operate transparently and maintain honesty in all partnerships.
- Human Rights & Dignity: We advocate for the protection and empowerment of women, girls, and vulnerable groups.
- Identity & Respect: We celebrate individuality and provide person-centred support.
- Community & Compassion: We believe in unity, shared ownership, and the power of community transformation.
Community benefits /social value
At Esther Banquet CIC, we take pride in our community by:
- Giving people in deprived areas knowledge, skills, and confidence to make a difference.
- Promoting social and economic development for sustainable growth.
- Encouraging shared responsibility and collaboration.
- Combating social exclusion and isolation.
- Building inclusive communities that reflect equality, justice, and mutual respect.
Our Founder
Anne Fasan BSC. (Hons) PGCE, pgdip, MSC, TAQA Lecturer/mentor/ Assessor
Esther Banquet is founded by Anne Fasan, who originates from a black and ethnic minority background. She is very passionate about both girls, young people, women and youths overcoming their life challenges.
She has encountered and experience some challenges faced by women, and also specialised in gender and development studies in her course of studies. She represents a confident and inspired role model for the young women .and serve as a trustee for and director for other third sector organisation. Esther Banquet outreach strives to serve and currently has a number of board of directors which directly reflect the organisation’s aspirations and serve as role models for our target clients.
Anne possesses a Master’s in social science / Critical Autism Studies. She is a qualified teacher (PGCE + 14)and has a BSc international Development study, Post graduate qualification in both business management and Human resource management.
Our Team
Professor Foluke Dada
Human rights lawyer and advocate
Advisory board of Directors
A researcher and a senior Lecturer in Law, Ex 2nd vice president of Nigerian Bar Association in charge of the western region branches
Engr. Gbenga Ekundayo
M.Eng., M.Sc., RCOREN, MNSE, IAE, HEA, FRHD
Lecturer-in-charge of Excel Leadership Academy
Rachael Dogson
UK parliament teacher for Excel Leadership Academy
Ex Law Adeyinka Ade Afolayan
Mr Tokunbo Anthony
Data Analysis manager
MS Monica Ofori
Chief Operations Officer