We define ‘social impact’ as any industry or role focused on benefiting people and the planet, whether that’s working in government, with international organisations, at charities, in social enterprises, or sustainability and social governance departments within traditional companies.

I founded the platform during my final year at the University of Sussex, driven by my own experience navigating the job market without any guidance or connections. As an immigrant, I didn’t have the support network many of my classmates did; no insider advice, no family friends offering internships or job referrals. It felt overwhelming and deeply unfair, and I realised that so many others were in the same position.

Since then, I’ve made it my mission to build a more inclusive, accessible space for young people trying to find their way into purpose-driven work. It hasn’t always been easy. This was my first time stepping into the world of entrepreneurship, and without a support system that understood the challenges I was facing, I often felt stuck.

One of the most valuable decisions I made was to establish my own unofficial board of advisors, comprising people I admired who generously offered guidance and encouragement. Thanks to that, and the growing community around Social Impact Newbie, we managed to reach over 1.5 million people in just 18 months and have directly supported more than 50 individuals in landing their dream roles in the impact space.

What I’m most proud of, though, is the culture we’ve created, one that encourages people to pass on what they’ve learned to others, so the cycle of inaccessibility starts to break.

We’re built on the values of inclusivity, accessibility, and positive impact, and I hope the platform continues to be a source of hope and clarity for those who feel like they’re navigating this path alone. If someone looked back on my career in 20 years, I’d want them to say I helped level the playing field, that I fought to make the job market a more just, welcoming place for everyone.

Outside of work, I decompress by spending time with friends and family, reading, or trying out new crafts; anything that gives me a break from screens and helps me slow down.