The COVID-19 pandemic was my wake-up call. Watching the stark inequalities in health outcomes unfold, I felt helpless. But when I arrived at university, I found a community of staff and students who shared my drive for change. That support gave me the courage to take action. I created Skin For All—a platform dedicated to inclusive medical education.

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Standing on the TEDxNHS stage, delivering my talk to an audience of over 500 in person—and thousands more online—was a defining moment. When I received a standing ovation, I realszed that my work wasn’t just an idea; it was a movement. That moment reaffirmed that change is not only possible—it’s happening.

Healthcare isn’t just for medical professionals—it affects us all. Every person, regardless of background, deserves to be heard, respected and cared for within the system. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, we can bridge communication gaps between healthcare and non-healthcare fields, ensuring that future clinicians are equipped to serve diverse communities with confidence and compassion.