Arfah Farooq (CF 2017) was named number six on Computer Weekly’s list of the Top 50 Most Influential Women in UK Tech 2025.
By Arfah Farooq, 2025
Race equity
About this theme
This theme covers topics relating to the realisation of a more equitable, diverse and inclusive society for people from minoritised racial groups. It is an area of enduring interest that runs throughout our grantmaking. Fellows’ stories
Dominic Heslop’s Churchill Fellowship explored the “cultural architecture” that allows creativity to thrive and communities to heal, taking him to Jamaica, Berlin, and Athens – each offering lessons in resilience, expression, and collective care. Back in Sheffield, Dominic is embedding these insights into his grassroots organisation Slambarz, combining artistry with structure to support young people, build community, and show how creativity can strengthen wellbeing and identity.
By Dominic Heslop, 2025
By Sarah Finn, 2024
Sylvia Ikomi has launched an adultification awareness campaign developed with CoramBAAF.
By Sylvia Ikomi, 2025
By Boseda Olawoye, 2023
By Joe Kallarackal, 2024
By Abdullah Geelah, 2018
Patrick Vernon marked Windrush Day with a tribute at Hackney Council’s official event, where he led a one-minute silence in memory of the Windrush Pioneers. He also wrote a powerful reflection for Windrush100.
By Patrick Vernon, 2025
I grew up without the words to talk about suicide – and didn’t speak about my own bereavement until my forties. My Fellowship set me on a path to change that, taking me to India and Canada to explore suicide prevention in communities like my own. Since then, I’ve joined a global network of preventionists, trained in early intervention, and started sharing what I’ve learned – from working with therapists to leading workshops with young people to help open up conversations.
By Anoo Bhalay, 2025
Tony Thompson (CF 2012) is co-directing CORNWALLIS CLOTH, a new immersive film installation commissioned by the IWM 14-18 NOW Legacy Fund.
By Tony Thompson, 2025