The Courage to Create Change: Dr. Nike Folayan’s Journey Of Advocacy for Diversity in Engineering
In this episode, our host, Sam interviews Dr. Nike Folayan, a Chartered Engineer and the co-founder of the Association for Black and Minority Engineers (AFBE). As part of the Black History Month theme of celebrating sisters, they discuss Dr. Nike's journey and her work in advocating for diversity in the engineering industry.
Dr. Nike shares her insights on the importance of courage and kindness in making a difference. She emphasizes the need to stand up for what you believe in and the value of having a strong support system. The conversation delves into the challenges faced by change-makers and the significance of staying true to oneself while navigating societal pressures.
Throughout the episode, Dr. Nike's personal experiences and beliefs shine through. From being inspired by her mother's bravery and confidence to drawing strength from her faith, she shares how these influences have shaped her determination and commitment to making a positive impact.
Join Sam and Dr. Nike as they explore the power of courage, kindness, and finding one's identity in this thought-provoking conversation.
Bio
Dr Nike Folayan is a Chartered Engineer and a Telecommunications Engineering Consultant. She is co-founder and chair of the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE) which campaigns for more ethnic diversity in UK engineering. They’ve had over 20,000 beneficiaries.
She was featured in Powerlist: Britain’s 100 most influential people of African and Caribbean heritage. She is a member of the Science Council and Transport for London diversity groups. She contributed to the Royal Academy of Engineer's diversity strategy,
In 2012 AFBE-UK launched "Making Engineering Hot", a video campaign which promotes engineering to the BME community.
In 2011 Vince Cable, then Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills attended the AFBE-UK’s seminar on infrastructure in the UK.
In 2016 she coordinated "Transition", which saw students from universities across London take part in a series of employability workshops, CV assessments, mock interviews and engineering challenges. Source: Wikipedia
Rapid-fire questions
What is your favourite book? The Bible
If you could invite three leaders to dinner, who would they be? Nelson Mandela, Michelle Obama and Michael Jackson
What is the favourite compliment someone has given you? I’m also moved when people tell me that I am kind
Who are the top three people who have had an impact on your life’s trajectory - my mum, dad and elder brother, Ollie
If your life was a book, what would it’s title be? “She had courage”
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🧰 Resources mentioned
1. The Bible
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