Introducing #BBIB, a brand-new podcast brought to you by the RARA Education Project CIC that delves into the Black experience across the UK starting with the north of England. Join us as we raise Black voices, highlight Black stories, and celebrate Black successes in this all-new interview series. Expect authentic conversations with everyday people making extraordinary contributions towards the pursuit of social justice. Tune in every week for a fresh and insightful digest of the Black experience across the United Kingdom.

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This podcast is brought to you by the RARA Education Project CIC, a Black-led organisation dedicated to creating safe learning, working and networking spaces for Black Africans and Caribbeans across the UK to thrive and advance. To learn more about RARA, click here - https://raraeducationproject.org/

Chapters:
00:00:00 - Introduction to Shilla and Multiple Roles
00:03:46 - Balancing Career and Motherhood
0:07:24 - The Pressure to Prove Myself in Academia
00:10:45 - Writing a Book
00:14:02 - Positive Experience in the Care System
00:17:25 - Discovering Passions and Encouraging Young People
00:20:52 - Overcoming the Odds and Creating Change
00:24:22 - The Importance of a Supportive Network
00:27:48 - Pursuing Your Dreams & Overcoming Challenges
00:30:52 - Outro