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Rebecca, with a long braid, smiling as she sits in a wheelchair outdoors, wearing a light blue sweatshirt, patterned gloves, dark sunglasses, and a baseball cap. A stone building and black railings are visible in the background.

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Rebecca Clarke BEM (Student, BEng Biomedical Engineering)

Rebecca Clarke was awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) in the 2025 King’s New Year’s Honours for her advocacy work with young disabled and autistic people. Alongside her studies, Rebecca has made a national impact through roles with Whizz Kidz, the National Citizen Service and the Disabled Children’s Partnership. She co-designed the Autistic and OK programme with Ambitious About Autism to empower autistic pupils in secondary schools across the UK.

Councillor Jason Jackson wearing a formal dark suit and a ceremonial gold chain with a large medallion stands with his hands clasped. He is positioned in front of a wooden background and looking directly at the camera.

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Jason Jackson (MA Big Data in Culture and Society, 2024)

Councillor Jason Jackson has been elected Mayor of Islington for 2025/26. In his new role, Cllr Jackson aims to support local businesses and the economy, strengthen community ties, and improve mental health across the borough. Reflecting on his responsibilities, he said, 'When we all work together, we all thrive.' A committed changemaker, he co-founded the Black Policy Institute and played a key role in the Young Black Men and Mental Health Programme.

Enchia with straight black hair, wearing a red blazer over a black top, smiles at the camera against a dark gray background. She has a gold necklace with a cross pendant.

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Enchia Tsai (MSc Psychology and Neuroscience in Mental Health, 2024)

Enchia Tsai was the winner of the Global Business and Innovation category in the 2025 Study UK Awards. The award recognises her work as co-founder of Bened Biomedical. The company develops pioneering psychobiotics that target the gut-brain axis, providing natural, non-invasive solutions for individuals with neurological and mental health challenges. In addition, Enchia serves on the board of the Taipei Women's Rescue Foundation, where she advocates for gender equity and supports survivors of domestic and digital sexual violence.

Onyinye with braided hair styled in a low bun smiles at the camera. She is wearing a black blazer over a white top and is seated against a plain light background.

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Onyinye Udokporo (Religion, Politics & Society, 2019; MA Education, Policy & Society, 2020)

Dyslexia campaigner Onyinye Udokporo took her message to a wider audience when she was featured on the cover of Stylist magazine in October. In the article, Onyinye talks about the daily realities of living with dyslexia – from jumbled words and anxiety to resilience, faith and strength. She describes the article as ‘a declaration that dyslexia is not a limitation, and that women who think differently deserve to be seen, heard and celebrated’.

David Stanley BEM wearing a white patterned suit jacket, black bow tie, and microphone headset raises his fist enthusiastically while standing on stage in front of an audience. A large screen behind him shows his image as he performs in a brightly lit concert hall.

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David Stanley BEM (Music MMus, 2001)

Founder of The Music Man Project, David Stanley launched the International Alliance of Accessible Music (IAAM), a global initiative connecting inclusive music performers and educators from 10 countries across America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. The alliance aims to champion inclusive concerts at prestigious venues, inspire future Special Educational Needs (SEN) music educators, and explore cutting-edge technology to make music more accessible. Through IAAM, David continues to challenge perceptions of disability through music, empowering performers and educators worldwide.

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EDITORIAL TEAM

Teresa Richards
Ellie Stone

WRITERS

Kelly Archer
Paul Brooks
Hermione Cameron
Kate Denereaz
Kate Hazlehurst
Joely Langston

DESIGN

Principal design by Jonathan Vickers
Additional design by Harpoon Productions and Carly Yung
Photography by Nathan Clarke and David Tett

WITH SPECIAL THANKS TO

JH Norris

ALUMNI & EDITORIAL OFFICE

King’s College London
57 Waterloo Road,
London,
SE1 8WA

InTouch is published by the University’s Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement Office. The opinions expressed in it are those of the writers and not necessarily those of the University.

If you have a story for our Spring 2026 issue, email us at forever@kcl.ac.uk

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EDITORIAL TEAM

Teresa Richards
Ellie Stone

WRITERS

Kelly Archer
Paul Brooks
Hermione Cameron
Kate Denereaz
Kate Hazlehurst
Joely Langston

DESIGN

Principal design by Jonathan Vickers
Additional design by Harpoon Productions and Carly Yung
Photography by Nathan Clarke and David Tett

WITH SPECIAL THANKS TO

JH Norris

ALUMNI & EDITORIAL OFFICE

King’s College London
57 Waterloo Road,
London,
SE1 8WA

InTouch is published by the University’s Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement Office. The opinions expressed in it are those of the writers and not necessarily those of the University.

If you have a story for our Spring 2026 issue, email us at forever@kcl.ac.uk

Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy | Cookie Policy | Accessibility Statement