YASIR YEAHIA

MA RACE, EDUCATION & DECOLONIAL THOUGHT, LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY

Growing up in East London I became aware of the lack of opportunities people like me faced in British society. I was empowered through my experiences to always “rise up” and grasp every opportunity that came my way. I sought after knowledge through studying at University and was particularly passionate about politics and the way society was governed, how power was determined and communities managed.

After being elected as a President of my Student Union, I have worked within University institutions to understand the complexities of Muslim student needs across London and the Midlands.

I now want to further my knowledge of race and decolonial thought so I can acquire the correct tools to unlock the spaces required by Muslims within society as well as establishing resources to bring communities together and eradicate existing racial hierarchies.