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Honours for well-known volunteer Ronier

Ronier Deumeni, founder of African Challenge Scotland (ACS), has been recognised for his efforts in promoting and developing representation and inclusion within the workplace and communities

A Jacobs Harambee member and ambassador, Ronier has played a pivotal role in promoting the inclusion of ethnically diverse individuals. His efforts have resulted in the creation of Jacobs Harambee's Action Plan for Advancing Justice and Equality.

He was recognised in the 2022 Empower Top 20 Future Leaders Role Model List, having previously received an 'Outstanding Contribution to Widening Participation, Diversity and Inclusion in STEM' award from the House of Lords for inspiring young people to pursue a career in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

Ronier said “I'm very humbled and honoured to have been named amongst incredible leaders on the 2022 Empower Future Leaders Role Model list."

“I'm very thankful to the Black and ethnic minority Communities across Glasgow and Scotland, volunteers at African Challenge Scotland, and North Glasgow Housing Association for all their support."

“Congratulations to my fellow nominees for the well-deserved recognition!”

The Empower Future Leaders Role Model List recognises and celebrates business leaders and future leaders who help break down barriers and pave the way to increasing representation and inclusion within the workplace and their respective communities.

African Challenge Scotland aims to provide opportunities for black and minority ethnic (BAME) communities. Ronier helped establish an innovative work placement programme within ACS and ng homes, designed to support young people from BAME communities to enhance their confidence, develop communication and problem-solving skills, and increase their knowledge and awareness of the world of work and career opportunities.

ACS were active throughout the pandemic through short and long-term projects, including emergency food delivery to 3,758 families during lockdown.

Ronier has also been named as a Platinum Champion for outstanding service and dedication to Crisis and Welfare as part of the recent Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

Launched by the Royal Voluntary Service the awards are an official Jubilee project to celebrate outstanding volunteers across the country who are making a difference every day.

Ronier added “I am truly privileged, humbled and honoured beyond words that my hard work and efforts helping and assisting others have been acknowledged and that I’ve been named a Platinum Champion. “Thank you to all those who have inspired me to constantly endeavour to create positive change. This honour is entirely yours and any 'medal' is absolutely for you.”

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