Mervin Cato MBE leads Enfield Council’s Secondary Inclusion Service. With over 20 years in education, he champions vulnerable young people and those at risk of exclusion. In 2018, he helped launch NEXUS, Enfield’s inclusion programme. Since then, permanent exclusions have fallen by 80% and serious youth violence by more than 40%. He works with schools, families, community partners, police and businesses to improve opportunities and life chances. Diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2023, Mervin underwent surgery in November 2025. His experience strengthened his commitment to family, resilience and supporting others. His book, Your Family Needs You, draws on his parenting and education experience, highlighting how strong family support helps young people succeed