Adam Patel

MPHIL ECONOMICS, UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE

Having engaged in philanthropy and local politics from a young age, the lack of senior Muslim role models in the public/non-voluntary sectors quickly became apparent. I did not feel represented at the very top.

It is precisely the lack of roles models and representation that has exacerbated underachievement in British Muslim communities, while also hindering them, by absence of a spokesperson to advocate to wider society on their behalf. Rather than wait, I have decided to take action.

Undertaking the MPhil will prepare me with the knowledge and skills needed to reach the highest positions in the public sector, and in the process contribute to changing perceptions of British Muslims.