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Rizah Al Jiboury
Rizah saved her wages and furlough whilst fundraising to create a bursary for young BAME studentsNelly Adam
Nelly uses her voice when public speaking across Black Lives Matter (BLM) related protests and marches.Nkini Pulei
Nkini helps those in need who are homeless and vulnerable in her role as coordinator at TAVS Centre.Faith Walker
Throughout lockdown, Faith has been delivering food parcels to families who have a member with Sickle Cell and Thalassemia.Dan De’Ath’
During lockdown, Dan has helped people with getting shopping, sorting out their recycling, and having supportive phone calls.Farah Allibhai
Farah organised workshops about self-care and creating a safe and supportive space during times of increased anxiety.Elif Erdem
Elif has shown the importance of community spirit by collecting blackberries and making homemade jam for her neighbours.Susana Escalante
After seeking asylum in Swansea, Susana volunteers by cooking for the homeless and translating for local Latin Americans.Hazel Lim
Hazel founded the Chinese Autism Support Group in 2015 and became a beacon of support for families during the pandemic.Shirley Au-Yeung
Shirley used her business contacts in China to source PPE and get it to frontline health workers in Wales.Nizar Dahan
Nizar has worked across the globe, raising approximately £2million for those in need, over the course of his humanitarian work.Gulnahar Begum
Gulli provided essentials and cooked meals for those struggling during the pandemic, all whilst isolating to protect her vulnerable son.Atreyee Saha
After suffering with Covid-19, Atreyee hosted virtual events to share her music and culture with those isolated during lockdown.Shaz Abedean
Shaz is helping vulnerable people by supporting the work of Swansea Mosque’s foodbank, and The Muslim Community Service.Carlos Ibarra Rivadeneira Danielle Webb
Danielle, born with dwarfism, reveals the importance of perseverance through difficult life circumstances.Feed Newport
Tariq founded Feed Newport to create meals and a safe place for a conversation and support without judgement.Andrew Ogun
Andrew, a Youth Justice Minister, has been involved in activism around the pandemic and Black Lives Matter (BLM).Naz
Naseem uses her passion of art as a medium to connect people in her community during the hardships of the pandemic.Coffee & Laughs
Coffee and Laughs adapted support during the pandemic. They created a community quilt tackle isolation and support wellbeing.