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In this inspiring episode of Destiny Creators, we sit down with Winnie Akadjo, a remarkable entrepreneur whose journey from care-leaver to tech industry leader exemplifies the power of turning adversity into advocacy. With a decade of professional experience at major tech companies including TikTok, Groupon, Benefit Cosmetics, and Zipcar, Winnie has carved out her own successful path as the founder of LVS Hub, a cutting-edge marketing agency specialising in live and video shopping technology. But her story goes far deeper than business achievements. As someone who navigated the care system, Winnie's personal experiences have shaped her into a passionate innovator working to transform mental health support. Winnie opens up about the critical gaps she identified in mental health care, particularly what she calls the "168-hour gap" between therapy sessions, and how this insight led her to develop a groundbreaking platform aimed at improving continuity of care for therapy clients. She shares what it truly takes when you've had to build your own support system, addresses misconceptions about care-leavers and childhood adversity, and explains how personal trauma can become a powerful catalyst for helping others. Winnie demonstrates what's possible when lived experience drives innovation. She leaves us with wisdom about creating your own destiny when traditional support systems have failed you, recognising your own power despite difficult beginnings, and the transformative potential of turning your deepest challenges into your greatest contributions to the world.

In this next powerful episode of Destiny Creators, we sit down with Carmel Britto, a multi-award-winning social entrepreneur, School Governance Professional, and Education Consultant whose passion for education and empowerment has touched the lives of countless children, young people, and families. As the founder of LPF Kiddies Club and The Jeans and Heels Diva Network, Carmel has built vibrant community organisations that equip women and children with the tools to grow, thrive, and reach their full potential. Her work stands at the intersection of education, wellbeing, and community, empowering the next generation to believe in themselves and embrace their future with confidence. In this conversation, Carmel opens up about what drew her to work with young people and the challenges they face today that adults often overlook. She reflects on how childhood and adolescence have evolved in our fast-paced world, what gives her hope about this generation, and the vital role communities play in raising resilient, confident children. Carmel also shares important insights on supporting young people’s mental health, the importance of adult guidance and empathy, and the moments that remind her why this work matters so deeply. From practical advice for parents and caregivers to her vision for a more inclusive, empowering education system, Carmel offers wisdom and warmth in equal measure.

In this next episode of Destiny Creators, we sit down with Olubukola (Bukky) an Amour Destine Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) Bukky shares her journey into this vital work and her commitment to supporting migrant survivors facing unique and complex barriers as a result of immigration barriers such as No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) from harmful practices and systemic gaps that too often leave women unheard and unsupported. Through her experience providing one-to-one support and championing access to healthy relationship education, Olubukola explains what it really takes to build trust, break down barriers, and create spaces where survivors feel seen, believed, and empowered. She offers practical insights, an inspiring story of what’s possible when survivors get the right help, and leaves us with a clear call to action for professionals, communities, and anyone ready to stand with migrant women on their path to safety. Tune in and discover how you, too, can help build a world where every woman has the chance to shape her own future, free from fear.

In this episode of Destiny Creators, we sit down with Sanata — a courageous domestic violence survivor, devoted mother, and ambassador for Amour Destine. Sanata shares her story in both French and English, opening her heart to reach and inspire women from all walks of life. She talks about her journey of surviving abuse, finding her strength and confidence again, and becoming a voice of hope for others still facing the same darkness she once did. Sanata reflects on what helped her feel safe enough to speak out, the barriers she faced — especially around immigration — and what she wishes every professional and community member understood about supporting survivors. With warmth and honesty, she shares her key message for other women: no matter how hard things feel now, everything will be ok. For anyone listening, Sanata’s call to action is clear — stand with women, listen without judgement, and create safe spaces where every survivor can reclaim her future. Tune in for this inspiring bilingual conversation, and remember: we all have the power to help others create their own destiny.

This episode of the Destiny Creators Podcast we were joined by Natalie Johnson, Amour Destine's Social care Independent Domestic Abuse Advocate (IDVA). Natalie is a qualified children and families Social Worker whose expertise includes Leaving Care, Youth Mental Health First Aid and supporting those in the LGBTQ+ community. Natalie has a Masters in Women and Child Abuse studies and has a working background in Domestic abuse, including trafficking and Harmful Practices. She has just embarked on a fully funded PhD, demonstrating her continued commitment to advancing knowledge and practice in this critical field. As an IDVA at Amour Destine, Natalie supports women and girls who are but not limited to being affected by the care system and provides advocacy support to those at risk of or experiencing any forms of Harmful Practices, Domestic Abuse and/or Sexual Harm. She advocates for reclaiming justice, fighting against oppression and unconscious bias, particularly supporting those who often face discrimination due to a lack of cultural competency within institutions, which poses greater risks and difficulties to accessing services. In this episode, we explore what inspired Natalie to join Amour Destine and what the name represents in day to day practice to her personally, the critical service gaps that Amour Destiné was created to address, and get a comprehensive walkthrough of Amour Destine's core services. You will hear Natalie share an inspiring transformation story that showcases the real impact of their advocacy work, and discusses why her work is vital in ensuring that survivors receive culturally competent support, whilst challenging the systemic barriers that prevent access to life-saving services in this vital field, how the dedicated team overcomes them, and offers essential advice for women who may be hesitating to seek support or feeling stuck in difficult situations.

This episode of the Destiny Creators Podcast we were joined by Meena Kumari, founder of H.O.P.E Training & Consultancy (Helping Other People Everyday) offering high quality training & consultancy in domestic abuse, sexual violence/abuse and safeguarding. Meena has a great passion and commitment towards campaigning, raising awareness and working with professionals to ensure that domestic abuse, sexual violence & safeguarding is always at the forefront. Meena has worked in front line services since 2005 and has worked with victims, perpetrators and children/ young people. In 2008 Meena was awarded the Leicester Young Achiever Award (part of women of achievement awards) and in 2015 Meena was shortlisted as a finalist as part of the Iranian & Kurdish Women’s Rights organisation IKWRO Awards for her work in combating Honour Abuse and Forced Marriages. Meena has previously been a Magistrate and sat in adult and family court. In April 2020 Meena set up the national H.O.P.E Calls looking at domestic abuse within Black & minority ethnic communities during Covid-19. Meena is the curator of the H.O.P.E digital ART project launched in 2020. The Art project that raises awareness of and celebrates black, Asian and minority ethnic women working / advocating / campaigning within the domestic abuse & sexual violence sector. In October 2020 Meena was shortlisted for the Emma Humphreys Memorial Prize.

This episode we caught up with Brixton born and raised Telixia Inico. A Published Author, Public Speaker, Podcaster, Spoken Word Artist, Poetess & Creative Entrepreneur. We had a great discussion finding out about Telixia’s experience of navigating the education system as a dyslexic, how this later gave birth to a powerful coping mechanism through writing poetry at 11 years old and finding at 16 her words becoming the way that manoeuvred her experience with gang culture. Leading her to finally come out from the shadows at 23 when she allowed the world to hear her story. In 2015 she hit the ground running with her first poetry collection ‘TheNakedTruth‘ published by Xlibris Publishing, followed by numerous high profile performances around London which includes headlining Apple’s ‘TodayAtApple’ event for International Women’s Day 2019, Telixia is determined to make noise in the creative industry by using her unique style as a Spoken Word Artist. 2020 saw the release of P.O.E.T a collective of Spoken Word pieces created to encourage conversations & enhance the thinking of the masses. Each piece is based on real life events and common issues that we face daily within our society. This project is inspired by her reality & personal emotions which has enabled her to create a powerful body of work, based around thoughts and feelings, with the hope that everyone will have a chance to relate. Fast forward to 2021 with a wide range of experience under her belt within the creative industry has led her to open Croydon’s first Creative Hub & co-working space LDN Creates. You can connect with Telixia Inico on social media via Instagram ldn_creates & Telixia_Inico on Instagram & Twitter.

This episode we are joined by a Phenomenal women Renée Davis, an award-winning creative, journalist and founder of Out The Box – a community of 1000+ young creative entrepreneurs, and black professionals in various fields. Renée has a passion to see young people thrive & provides a series of events, workshops and online content. Through community building, her aim is to inspire and equip the next generation of young creatives and professionals to execute their dreams and passions. Renee also consults on diversity, community management and growth for various orgs. She has helped clients such M&C Saatchi Saturday School to reach 3000 people in just over a year, as well as being a part of the development of the widely recognised Mentor Black Business programme which currently has over 1000 participants. You can connect with Renée on social media at @renee.cd @outtheboxuk (Instagram) @renee__cd @outtheboxuk (Twitter)

Interested in politics, journalism, racial equality & building skills within the community to improve social economic inclusion? Then we got you, with our latest episode. We caught up with the inspirational Cllr Denise Scott-McDonald, Deputy leader/Cabinet Member for Economy & Skills at Royal Borough and University Lecturer. You can get in touch with Denise by emailing [email protected] or connect with her on social media @dscottmcdonald

This episode of the Destiny Creators Podcast we are joined by Start-ups in London Libraries SME Champion for Greenwich Loretta Awuah. For a discussion about her passion for social equality, inclusion, and building business communities which support under-represented entrepreneurs to access networks and resources which enables them to reach their business goals. Connect with Loretta online @mrsawuah @founderhustle Loretta Awuah on Linkedin

This episode of the Destiny Creators Podcast we’re joined by Shanice Mears, an inspiring successful young female co-founder of Advertising Company - The Elephant room, Dance Teacher, and Kingston University Lecturer. We talk about the importance of spending time with family, becoming a successful advertising specialist, saying no to maintain a healthy life balance, mental health & the missed opportunity by the system to help our young minds. You can connect with her online @shannieloves

This episode of the Destiny Creators Podcast I am joined by the super humble and beautiful soul that is Lillian Ogbogoh. We had a great discussion about challenging the strong black female stereotype that causes many black females to not speak openly about mental health & accepting support from those that care, hypnotherapy and her amazing new e-book called The 7 Habits That Rob Us of Our Power, which focuses on the habits that stop women from owning their power, making an impact in their business or career.  You can connect with Lillian on social media @Lillianogbogoh or visit her www.lillianogbogoh.com

This episode of the Destiny Creators Podcast we were joined by Shikayla Nadine, an inspiring, successful, young creative entrepreneur. You can expect some real talk discussions about relationships, mental health; her journey to becoming a successful Artist Manager in the music industry; and the importance of always having confidence in yourself. That no matter what happens, your gonna get to the place your destined to be! You can connect with Shikayla on Instagram @Shikayla_ or Twitter @ShikaylaNadine

This episode we caught up with the formidable founder of Ariatu PR, Ronke Lawal for a discussion about focusing on our purpose. Ronke is a PR & Communications guru, public speaker & thought leader. Along with her successful business she is engaged in a number of activities; she mentors for The Cherie Blair Foundation, The “Success Looks Like You” Initiative and the BME PR Pros Initiative. In 2011 Ronke was also awarded a Precious Award for Inspirational Leadership. You can connect with Ronke on social media @ronkelawal or visit her website www.ronkelawal.com

Joining me for a discussion about the effects of & overcoming unresolved trauma will be Penny Jarrett. Penny is a female writer, mentor, wellness coach, speaker & mental health advocate. You can connect with Penny on social media @pennybelle or visit her website www.pennybellecreations.com If anyone listening particularly that might be experiencing challenges with your Mental Health and would like to speak to someone. Please contact the Samaritans 24 hour helpline on 116 123 or you can access the Uk’s free messaging service SHOUT by texting 85258. For anyone, anytime, anywhere. If you are struggling to cope and you need immediate help!