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  • 5 reasons to apply for our HE bursary

    The Helena Kennedy Foundation are delighted to announce applications are now open for students wishing to apply for our HE bursary. The Helena Kennedy Foundation exists to overcome social injustice by providing financial bursaries, mentoring and support to disadvantaged students from the further and adult education sectors, enabling them to complete their studies in higher […]

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  • Bursary Applications Now Open For 2024

    The Helena Kennedy Foundation are delighted to announce applications are now open for students wishing to apply for our HE bursary. We understand that studying at University can be a challenging financial commitment, which is why we offer support that can help individuals achieve their ambitions. A bursary of up to £2,250 is available for […]

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  • Can you be ‘nice’ and be a leader? Director of Operations, Shahida Aslam

    In the ever-evolving landscape of leadership, it is essential to recognise that our backgrounds and personal journeys significantly influence our perspectives and biases. As we reflect on the changing face of leadership, one striking transformation is the emergence of “niceness” as a valuable trait in leaders. Gone are the days when leadership was synonymous with […]

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  • Festival of Learning – Art For The People

    Written by Mica Jayne Coleman Jones On Thursday 27th April 2023, I had the extraordinary opportunity to meet HRH Princess Anne, accompanied by Shahida Aslam. My partner and sister also attended with me.   I was fortunate to receive the Festival of Learning Patron’s Award for 2022 thanks to Shahida’s nomination during my third year of Master’s study at Edge […]

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  • Kirsty Young shares her story at HKF’s 25th Anniversary at the House of Lord’s.

    Kirsty’s story is one of resilience, determination, and the power of community support. Despite facing immense trauma and adversity at a young age, she refused to let her circumstances define her. Instead, Kirsty took control of her life and worked tirelessly to rebuild it, one step at a time.  It was a chance encounter with […]

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