Dr Tessy Ojo CBE

What an honour it was to receive my CBE Award from HRH The Duke of Cambridge yesterday at Windsor Castle. Grateful for everyone that has played a part in my Civil Society journey all of these 21 years. #CBE #Investiture #DukeOfCambridge #WindsorCastle

From incredible student support to real-world learning opportunities to life-changing community impact, our advocates share what makes the University of East London such a special place. As we look ahead to the #THEAwards on 13 November, we’re celebrating how UEL and our students, staff, alumni and partners are making the world a healthier, fairer, more sustainable place. There are so many reasons why we’ve been shortlisted for #UniOfTheYear. We’re proud. We’re bold. We’re #TeamUEL. 💪🎓 What do you love most about UEL? Tell us in the comments! 👇 @1Judilove @Ttall

Privileged to have @Ttall Dr Tessy Ojo CBE sharing hope, purpose and possibility with our colleagues at RMAT Conference 2025.

Tessy’s Brunches: Elevate HER I had the honour of being invited to speak Tessy’s Brunches hosted by the powerhouse Dr Tessy Ojo CBE @Ttall to discuss how you can advocate better for your health and have your voice heard True advocacy happens when you are being listened to and your experience is being validated: My top tips for advocacy for your health: 1. Take your symptom checker and share your ideas, concerns & expectations of what you would like at the consultation 2. Say “I have gone through reasonable lengths to self manage this situation and I now need to escalate it, maybe some investigations or a certain medical intervention might help?” 3. if at the end of this you're still being denied the care you need, go in with, 'please refer me onto a specialist, I would like a second opinion” I always says visibility, representation, collaboration and uplifting others to the table where conversations are happening for meaningful change are at the heart of being heard - may we continue to do this for better outcomes 💕 You matter Your voice matters

At today's graduation for the School of Childhood and Social Care @uel_csc celebrates Dr Tessy Ojo CBE @Ttall as she receives an Honorary Doctorate in recognition of her extraordinary leadership and impact. As Chief Executive of The Diana Award, Tessy has transtormed the charity into one of the world's most influential youth organisations, working alongside the Princess of Wales's sons to champion young changemakers. In 2024, she co-launched the Decade of Youth Wellbeing at the United Nations with HRH The Duke of Sussex-cementing her leadership in driving youth mental health initiatives worldwide. A Commander of the Order of the British Empire and recipient of the Martin Luther King Award, Tessy embodies the values of service, leadership and impact. Congratulations, Dr Tessy Ojo CBE, your work continues to shape a brighter, fairer future for young people across the globe. #UELGrad2025 #TeamUEL

Last week Concordia and The Diana Award hosted an intimate roundtable exploring bold, cross-sector solutions to one of the UK’s most urgent public health challenges: 🧠 The mental health crisis disproportionately affecting Black and racialised youth.

All set for an evening of collaboration and networking at the Racial Equality Network Dinner 🐝 #REND2025 #RENDBHAM @diana_osagie @BEPvoice @BirminghamEdu @SFE_Tweets @educationgovuk @Ttall

@YouthShoots Thank you and huge shoutout to you @paulbounces ✨️

1. @Ttall for being forward thinking and ensuring that youth social mobility was the core focus for The Diana Award and Paul's previous work in Anti-Bullying. And for always taking time to talk on a level, no matter how busy they both got.

YOUR 2024 DIANA AWARD RECIPIENTS_ Say hello to your #2024DianaAwards Recipients! 👋 Want to find out more about this year's incredible cohort of young social activists? Read our 2024 Roll of Honour - loom.ly/gWD4OUo

@Uwolivier14 @RoyalFamily @DianaAward @OliHealthOrg @medsar_rwanda @TheoUw1 @rcaturkey @ClaudeKarangwa @mugabojulius1 @LeonPMuhire @DrArabiFrank @Lee_Fabricee @uwimbabazi_i Congratulations 🎉

Diana Award: I am deeply honored to be recognized by The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) as a recipient of the 2024 Diana Award (@DianaAward), the most prestigious accolade a young person can achieve for their contributions in their field. The Diana Award was founded on the late Diana, Princess of Wales’ belief that young people have the power to change the world. Also, I have been fortunate to receive global recognition and other prestigious awards in the past, including: 2024: International Scholar Award, given by The American Academy of Neurology (@AANmember). 2023: Forbes 30 Under 30 in Medicine and Research (@Forbes). 2022: International Scholar Award, given by The Society for Neuro-Oncology (@NeuroOnc). And now, at the end of 2024, I am honored to be a Diana Award Recipient (@DianaAward). I am incredibly thankful to everyone who has supported me on this journey. I began pursuing what I love most in 2018, never imagining that one day I would receive even a single international award recognizing my efforts in engaging young people in professional health education and scientific research globally at @OliHealthOrg. From 2018 to 2024, God has been with me every step of the way. I look forward to seeing what God and the future have in store for me in the years ahead. Thanks once again @KensingtonRoyal @RwandaInUK @UKinRwanda @PascalMurasira @Dokita_El_el @onduhungirehe @leysdidier1 @kanyikemarvin @YvanButera @nsanzimanasabin @DrSadhanaJ @agnesbinagwaho @NkurunzizaW @rsezibera @SilasLwakabamba @Ttall @IBROorg @dana_fdn @Pollinationproj @RSTMH @aspire_leaders @CGIU @OliHealthOrg @OliHealthRwanda #2024DianaAwards #OliHealthMagazineOrganization #Changemakers

“Young people have the power to change the world” Today, we recognise a new generation of young social activists who are proving the late Diana, Princess of Wales right by being the change they want to see in their communities and beyond.

Exciting Keynote Speaker announcement - Dr Tessy Ojo CBE. @Ttall is the CEO of the Diana Award and Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. Come and see Tessy Ojo on the #ALevelPlayingField stage at #TheNextDecade 2025. 🎟️ available at thenextdecade.co.uk

✨ 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝗗𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘀𝘆 𝗢𝗷𝗼 𝗖𝗕𝗘 – 𝗖𝗘𝗢 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 ✨ Step behind the scenes with @Ttall CBE, as she shares her powerful reflections on The @DianaAward's legacy and the role of music in inspiring change. @cspencer1508

Make Your Own Kind of Music – Live At Althorp ✨ Our stunning music video is OUT NOW! 💿 Pre-save our brand new single: slinky.to/MakeYourOwnKin… youtu.be/IhKm5P0qIwA @cspencer1508 @DianaAward @Ttall @AlthorpHouse #RockChoir #MakeYourOwnKindOfMusic #2024DianaAwards

#MakeYourOwnKindOfMusic – Live At Althorp ✨ Our stunning music video is OUT NOW! 🩵 Donate Here: justgiving.com/page/rock-choi… 🎥 youtu.be/IhKm5P0qIwA?si… @cspencer1508 @DianaAward @Ttall @AlthorpHouse #RockChoir #2024DianaAwards @KensingtonRoyal

“This is what happens when young people feel able to tell their stories. Let’s banish the phrase ‘hard to reach’, let’s make schools safe spaces for young Black people”, says @Ttall

At Body and Soul, we’ve supported minority individuals for 20+ years with a whole-person approach. We support @Ttall, @Andy__Bell__, and @Ndidi1st in urging the government to prioritise the mental health of young minority groups. Read more: centreformentalhealth.org.uk/news/item/tack… (3/4)

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@SandaraKR You look so well 🤍

Tullyveery House provided the perfect opportunity to take my newest little creation on its first outing. This versatile crocheted square is made in either 100% linen or Donegal tweed. Intemporal, a new venture for me, is enabling me to get back to my textile design roots.

(1/2) RECLAIMING NARRATIVES_ This year’s theme is not just about telling the stories of Black communities; it’s about allowing them to take control of their own narrative and ensure that their stories are told with the respect, dignity, and accuracy it deserves.

(2/2) We are fortunate enough to work with incredible young Black people across our programmes. This year, we are spotlighting these inspiring young people as we journey through a young person’s development, aiming to stop off at key moments to ensure that their story is told. 🖤