2023 is going to be a busy year: I'm trying to finish off my PhD research project over summer - and what better way to keep me sane and enjoy the British sun than training for a half marathon while raising money for an amazing charity! Please donate - every £5,00 will make a difference!

I feel strongly about accessibility to higher education, equity and equal opportunities. The Brilliant Club is doing fantastic work to combat students from least advantaged backgrounds being unable to access the most competitive universities in the UK. And by doing so the Brilliant Club also provides working and teaching opportunities for PhD students who often struggle financially anyway and are not receiving adequate support to complete their studies without financial difficulties. 

I was fortunate enough to get into the universities of my choice and to receive funding for my PhD project. With teaching not being my strong point, I have not signed up to be a Brilliant Club Tutor but I'm trying to help and make an impact with this fantastic charity in another way - by fundraising for them to enable them to continue their amazing work and mission.