James Appiah III is the President of the Cambridge Union, where he leads one of the oldest and most prestigious debating societies in the world. Raised in Stratford, Newham, before moving to Romford, Essex, James reflects on his childhood experiences in Stratford, where despite its challenges, the strong sense of community shaped his future work. …
Folu Ogunyeye is an analyst at The Social Investment Consultancy (TSIC), where she contributes to impactful social investment projects. Prior to this role, she worked at Redstone Strategy Group, a philanthropic consulting firm in the United States. Folu began her career as a Human Resources Program Analyst at BlackRock, where she completed rotations within the …
Eden Ehioghae is the Founder of Things You Can’t Touch, a philosophy podcast dedicated to creating space for Black people, working-class individuals, and women in intellectual conversations, particularly within the online realm. The podcast is challenging and reshaping the narrative of philosophy, higher education, and academia by actively representing those whom traditional philosophy often marginalizes. …
Baderin Tejuoso is the Senior Venture Capital Executive at the British Venture Capital Association (BVCA), where he focuses on driving growth, innovation, and tangible results within the private capital sector. He is also instrumental in the London Venture Capital Fellowship, the UK’s premier in-person venture capital program. This immersive 12-week fellowship is designed to equip …
Anita Okunde is a 20-year-old award-winning activist, ambassador, and public speaker, recognized for her advocacy on intersectional climate justice and feminism. Her impactful work has earned her a spot on Forbes’ prestigious list of the top 100 environmentalists. Additionally, Anita serves as the youth commissioner for the Well-Being of Future Generations Bill, currently under consideration …