Caribbean Scholars Foundation: Launch Event 2026
Caribbean Scholars Foundation: Official Launch Event
Join us for the official launch of the Caribbean Scholars Foundation (CSF) — a mentoring organisation dedicated to closing the attainment gap for British Black-Caribbean students and building the next generation of Caribbean excellence in the UK.
This afternoon celebration brings together British Black-Caribbean students, graduates and professionals for community, conversation and culture. Expect inspiring stories, a powerful panel, lively networking and a taste of home — literally!
Introducing the panel:
Genelle Aldred - Founder at Frameshift Advisory and ex broadcast journalism at the BBC, ITV News and ITN.
Jenai Edwards - Product Designer and Co-Founder at the Caribbean Tech Collective
Jordan Andrew - Assistant Search Manager at L’Oréal; alum of Cambridge & Harvard University
Samuel L Jackson - Associate at Seladore Legal
What to expect:
🎁 Goodie bags
👥 Networking opportunities
✨ A dynamic, insightful panel
🎵 Caribbean music — reggae, soca & more
🥄 Small Caribbean bites + soft drinks
Agenda:
13:00 — Guest arrival & check-in
13:30-13:45 — Welcome & introduction to CSF
13:45–14:00 — Networking bingo
14:05–15:05 — Panel discussion & Q&A
15:05–16:00 — Final networking & close
Ticket Accessibility and Donation Scheme:
Thanks to the generous contributions of our supporters, we have a limited number of reserved free tickets available for low-income students and anyone who may need financial support.
If you would like to request one of these tickets, please email [email protected].
If you would like to help contribute through our "Donate a ticket" scheme, simply select Donation Ticket at checkout and your purchase will be passed on to a student in need.
Under 18s:
Attendees aged 16–17 are welcome but must confirm parental/guardian awareness and consent at registration.
Code of conduct:
By registering to the event, all participants agree to the following:
This is an alcohol-free event, anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol will be denied entry or asked to leave.
No discriminatory or intimidating behaviour will be tolerated.
This event is open and group-based, no 1:1 private interactions with attendees aged 16-17 will take place.
All attendees must follow venue rules and emergency procedures.
CSF reserves the right to refuse entry or remove any attendee who breaches this code.
Photography:
Photographs and videos will be taken at this event for social media and marketing promotion. If you wish not to be photographed, please select "No, I do not consent to being photographed/filmed" during checkout.
About Us
The Caribbean Scholars Foundation exists to empower 14–21-year-old British Black-Caribbean students through mentoring, community events and culturally centred programming.
We are committed to celebrating Caribbean heritage while building pathways into higher education and competitive careers.
Website: caribbeanscholarsfoundation.com