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WELCOME TO THE 2025 CHANGEMAKER ALUMNI

The 2025 Lewisham Changemakers programme has brought together 18 residents passionate about playing their part in making Lewisham even better. Over the last 3 months it has been our privilege to work with them on their change journey and now to present them as graduates.

Some of these projects are well established, constituted as legal entities at Pitch Ready Stage. Others are at Planning Stage, and others are at a foundation Ideation Stage.

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Rikefe Ohwosi

Changemaker Manager

“Never underestimate the power of a small group of committed people to change the world.
In fact, it is the only thing that ever has.”

© Margaret Mead

Jade Barnett

Power2Prevail COMMUNITY

WELCOME TO THE 2025 CHANGEMAKER ALUMNI

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“Never underestimate the power of a small group of committed people to change the world. In fact, it is the only thing that ever has.”

© Margaret Mead

24-year-old Jade Barnett founded Power2Prevail Community (CIC) to empower vulnerable young people, especially those with care experience, to overcome barriers and thrive into adulthood.

Emma is working to support supermarket staff facing abuse and violence, a problem she believes has worsened with the rise of self-checkout scanners.

Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), the UK’s most common genetic blood disorder, largely affects Black and ethnic minority groups. In Lewisham, many face delayed diagnosis, poor healthcare, and discrimination at work and school.

Krystal Parkins, founder of Proud to Be Me CIC, leads the Reflections Project—an initiative empowering marginalised youth through confidence-building, life skills, and support to combat exploitation, grooming, and mental health challenges.

With 10 years of midwifery experience, Zainab is committed to improving maternity care for Black women, driven by her deep understanding of the disparities they face.

Employability coach Patricia is creating a safe, supportive space to help men overcome societal pressures and express their emotions openly.

Abbie is a GP referral-qualified fitness instructor with five years' experience supporting people with arthritis, obesity, diabetes, anxiety, and depression through both online and in-person wellbeing classes.

Founded by Marena, Soca Sessions has run for 5 years in New Cross and Peckham, using carnival spirit and Soca music to strengthen community, fitness, and wellbeing through Caribbean dance and cultural events.

After 36 years of battling chronic eczema and failed treatments, Suhaymah discovered that gentle, natural ingredients were the key, leading her to create her own healing formulations at home.

Disabled since age six, Meire has always met challenges with determination, and now living in Bellingham, she’s focused on helping others, saying, “Even if we can’t change what we live with, we can change what we live for.”

360 Lifestyle Support Network CIC empowers individuals to improve their health by addressing diabetes, obesity, and hypertension through a holistic, accountable approach that includes mental wellbeing and practical support.

Global French Academy (GFA) supports French-speaking asylum seekers and refugees in the UK with tailored English language training to help them integrate and become independent.

At 24, Antoinette has completed her security training and aims to combine it with her Changemakers entrepreneurial skills to create a safe, supportive space for young people in her community.

LEG is launching the Access to Green Technology & Digital Skills careers event to boost Black pupils’ attainment and social mobility by connecting them with experts and resources, with hopes of making it an annual initiative.

Oaks and Acorns In Harmony C.I.C offers holistic support—including advice, advocacy, and family activities—for parents of African descent in Lewisham.

Amanda, a certified meditation and wellbeing guide, empowers Black women and girls through culturally affirming mindfulness, creating safe spaces for healing, self-care, and emotional resilience.

Herbal Symbiosis offers holistic consultations and natural remedies for various health concerns—excluding cancer treatment but providing supportive care—while also running workshops on safe, effective herbal medicine.

The Lewisham Park Herbal Plot promotes wellbeing and reduces social isolation through food growing, preservation, cooking training, and nutrition education.

“Never underestimate the power of a small group of committed people to change the world.
In fact, it is the only thing that ever has.”