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
Dr Erica McInnis (CF 2016) delivered a talk at TEDxTrafford, challenging dominant Western psychological frameworks and calling for a shift towards African-centred psychology rooted in culture, collective identity, spirituality, and lived experience.
By Erica McInnis, 2026
Sharon McPherson (CF 2023) has continued to build on her Churchill Fellowship through a series of major research and practice initiatives in kinship care.
By Sharon McPherson, 2025
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
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
