Jo Townshend is Director & Chair of London’s Contemporary Visual Arts Network, an independent researcher and education consultant.
She curates CVAN London programmes, including the Creative Learning, Climate Adaptation, and Data Matters Series. With Dr Jack Ky Tan, artists and network members, she contributes to the AREVA (anti-racist and equitable visual arts) programme.
Jo’s practice research operates at the intersection of arts and education, with a focus on feminist New Materialism, critical pedagogies, and arts-based education methodologies. She has a special interest in multi-disciplinary and interdisciplinary collaborations with a commitment to intersectional activism.
Previously, Jo was the Principal Partnerships Manager (Creative Industries) at UCL, a Co-Founder of UCL Art Futures and Founding Principal of Rye Studio for the Creative Industries.
She serves on the Diversity in the Public Realm Partners Board in the Creative and Culture Industries and 24 hour unit at the GLA. Additionally, she is a Trustee of Autotelic Foundation, a Fellow of the RSA, and a graduate of Canterbury Christ Church University, Winchester School of Art, and the Royal Academy Schools, London.
Isher Dhiman is Head of Communications & Events at London’s Contemporary Visual Arts Network, leading our communications and events programme, working to strengthen engagement and amplify the visibility of the visual arts community across the city.
A multidisciplinary professional, Isher’s career spans visual arts, marketing and communications consultancy, education, and community engagement. She brings a wealth of experience in stakeholder engagement and strategic communications within the arts and cultural sectors.
She serves as an Associate Lecturer at the London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London, and works as a Marketing and Communications Consultant supporting a range of female-owned independent businesses. Her strategic insight and creative vision have been instrumental in elevating the profiles of diverse organisations and initiatives.
As an active visual artist, curator and arts facilitator, Isher’s practice is deeply rooted in social impact. Her work is grounded in intersectionality, recognising the arts, community, and inclusivity as essential tools for driving cultural change
Dorian Fraser-Moore is a designer and technologist at The Useful Arts who works with us to build and support our website and digital infrastructure.
Alumni
Lois Stoncok was Changemaker at London’s Contemporary Visual Arts Network London in 2o25. Lois Stonock, Founder of Metroland Cultures and Changemaker at CVAN London, works at the intersection of art, equity, and community. She led Brent 2020 and the Brent Biennial, focusing on collaboration and systems change.
Isabel Sachs was Manager for Relationships and Communication at CVAN London from 2024 to 2025. Founder of I LIKE NETWORKING. She sits on the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion advisory board of Creative UK.