18/05/2026
… and the winner is …🏆
What a truly humbling and emotional moment.
From around the age of 7, I have been fortunate to receive various academic and non-academic awards throughout my journey, and I have honoured every single one of them with gratitude. However, hearing my name being called out in recognition of work that is so deeply connected to purpose, impact, and people was one of the most special feelings I have experienced this year.
There are moments in life when everything pauses for a second and you reflect on just how far the journey has come, the sacrifices, sleepless nights, risks, perseverance and the unwavering belief in a vision bigger than yourself. This was one of those moments for me.
I want to sincerely thank every single person and organisation that nominated me, voted, supported, encouraged and partnered with me, attended our events, bought a book, shared our message, or simply believed in the work we are doing. Your support means more than words could ever fully express.
This award is not just about me. It represents a much bigger mission making financial literacy accessible, practical, relatable, and inclusive for everyone, particularly the younger generations and underserved communities.
Through Ariel Financial Literacy Hub, we continue to advocate for one powerful belief, financial literacy is not a privilege, it is a critical life skill. It is economic infrastructure that changes lives, families, communities and futures... and no one should be left behind.
To my family, thank you for your sacrifices, patience, love, and unwavering support, Dave and Nancy can't thank you enough for mobilising the voters.
To every organisation and individual recognising and championing this vision, thank you for helping amplify a message that truly matters.You make it possible for me to continue carrying out this work with passion and purpose. Wouldn't also be possible without all the great work being done being the scenes by Ariel Financial Literacy Hub team and partners.
To every young person with a dream, never underestimate where consistency, resilience, faith, and purpose can take you.
Still emotional, grateful and committed to the vision.