The Future Scholars programme aims to support students in years 10-13 from Black African Caribbean backgrounds as they transition to university.
Our Flagship “Choices” event in spring is designed to support students in year 10-13 and parents or carers looking to understand the UK higher education system and make informed decisions.
Our Year 13 Cohort programme is designed to support the transition from sixth form/ college to university. It involves online and in person workshops supported by a team of black professionals and academics.
Our Mentoring Programme is an extension of our Year 13 programme providing peer support to foundation year and 1st year university students to ease the transition.
The programme is a Leading Routes initiative and is now in its sixth cohort. Leading Routes is a social enterprise with a mission to prepare the next generation of Black academics. Their work focuses on strengthening the academic pipeline for Black students, from a Black-led perspective.
Meet the Team
Temi leads the Future Scholars programme and is passionate about working with students transitioning into university. She is a PhD researcher and Postgraduate Teaching Associate at UCL. She read Philosophy at University of Birmingham and completed a Master’s degree in Social Justice and Education at UCL. Her work centres on staff and student development, and she also works as an independent consultant, designing and delivering programmes for underrepresented groups to thrive and take up space with confidence.
Renaye graduated from the University of Central Lancashire with a Bsc (Hons) in Neuroscience and completed an MRes in Cognitive Neuroscience with Human Neuroimaging at the University of Sheffield. She has worked in Higher Education for eight years, leading widening participation programmes at the University of Sheffield, LSE, and the University of Exeter. Renaye is keen to ensure that all young people have equitable access to information and guidance to pursue Higher Education and acquire skills to succeed. In her spare time, Renaye enjoys hiking in nature with loved ones and the challenges of indoor climbing.
Fayo is a programme and events coordinator. She works as an Internal Auditor in the banking sector and has a background in compliance and financial crime. She studied Law at undergraduate level and went on to complete a Master’s in Banking and Finance Law. She enjoys sharing knowledge and supporting others. Outside of work, you’ll usually find Fayo hiking, playing netball, reading, or trying out new cuisines.
Terrel is an experienced and trained Wellbeing Practitioner with qualified Mental Health First Aid, as well as a Lawyer (Trainee Solicitor) with a specialised interest and focus in Employment Law and Legal Tech solutions. He works diligently to uplift his community and foster spaces that champion the holistic wellbeing of others through delivering psycho-educational masterclasses, facilitating mental health first aid, and fostering a space for effective and supportive 1:1 wellbeing coaching. He has also contributed to and led Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion projects in the legal industry and mental health space, as well as contributing to events and panels in both areas.