Oxford Grad: DISRUPTING Oxbridge’s Diversity Crisis! | Naomi Kellman | Voice #64

1000 Voices: Black British Leadership & Inclusive Diversity

In this eye-opening conversation with Naomi, an Oxford grad shaking up the status quo, we unpack the intricate relationship between race, class, and educational inequality. From her groundbreaking work with Target Oxbridge to addressing the systemic shortcomings of Britain's education system, we delve into the hard truths and potential solutions.

This Episode Is For You If:

✅ You're intrigued by the lack of diversity in prestigious institutions like Oxbridge and want to understand why.

✅ You're an educator, student, or parent concerned about fair access to top-tier education.

✅ You're passionate about social justice and want to understand how intersectionality plays a role in education.

✅ You're keen to learn practical ways schools and institutions can foster diversity and inclusion.

About Naomi: She's not just an Oxford graduate; Naomi is a disruptor and visionary in the educational space. With a focus on dismantling systemic inequality in prestigious educational institutions, Naomi offers a fresh and nuanced perspective on diversity, race, and class. If you're interested in transformative ideas that can reshape education for the better, this chat with Naomi is a must-listen.

Our mission at 1000 Voices is to empower a generation of black British changemakers, one voice at a time. If our conversation with Naomi resonates with you, we invite you to join our community and contribute to driving systemic change.

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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
01:16 - Importance of education growing up
09:43 - Moment you realised you could go Oxford
12:30 - Difficult transitions
19:49 - Importance of community
25:46 - Going Oxford University
30:01 - Target Oxbridge
37:38 - What should educational institutions be doing better?
41:43 - Race and class limiting social mobility
44:58 - Response from the City
48:11 - Ideal you're working towards
50:07 - Where do you go for support?
53:08 - Advice to changemakers
54:41 - Final words