Eveline Mujinya 

Eveline (Eve) is a multi-skilled professional whose background ranges from an applied research space within medical technology, sales consultancy, and mental healthcare services. These experiences involved working with a diverse range of international and UK-based clients. Eve has been a member of the Psychology and Social Care Committee, advocating for social change so that the voices of people of colour are heard in workspaces. During the pandemic, Eve established Uplift With Her to support women of colour with wellness to overcome trauma.

Eve believes real change is demonstrated through behaviour, not just commitments. While many people may see progress as taking external steps towards equality, true social change begins from within by challenging our thought processes. This is why learning and self-improvement have been at the heart of her life journey. A few life-altering experiences drove this, evolving her understanding of her invisible disabilities.  

As a person with intersecting disabilities, I have found ways around life so that it does not stop me. My autoimmune disorder causes fatigue and a heightened response to prolonged stress. Across the last five years of education, I found that my symptoms exasperated due to the intensity of the course, especially as it required advanced study in an environment that did not adapt holistically to my individual needs. I rarely felt seen for the woman I am and reduced myself to what I thought I could not achieve. When my dyslexia intersects with my other disabilities, it can be debilitating. Finding ways to overcome these barriers came at an expensive cost to my well-being, so I now dedicate my time to helping others care for themselves, spreading awareness, and regaining independence after illness.