TRIBUTES AND HONOURS
UWI London Fundraising Gala
The stately halls of Lincoln’s Inn pulsed with the vibrant spirit of the Caribbean as The UWI hosted its inaugural London Benefit Dinner on November 16, 2024. /p>
Under the patronage of the eminent Professor Shirley Thompson, guests gathered to celebrate excellence, legacy, and hope. The black-tie gala shimmered with inspiration as London’s historic venue transformed into a beacon of Caribbean pride and unity.
Centred on the theme ‘Educate to Elevate’, the evening raised vital funds for postgraduate scholarships, empowering students at the forefront of climate research and social innovation. Facing the existential threats of climate change, The UWI’s commitment to supporting the next generation of leaders and changemakers shone through every facet of the event, which honoured a distinguished cadre as follows:
Luminary Award
- Baroness Floella Benjamin (Actor, singer, politician, presenter and former Chancellor of the University of Exeter);
- Dr Donette Chin-Loy Chang (Entrepreneur, philanthropist and Chancellor of Toronto Metropolitan University);
- Sir Lenny Henry (Actor, comedian, co-founder of Comic Relief and former Chancellor of Birmingham City University)
- Dr Willard Wigan, MBE (World-renowned micro-sculptor);
- Lord Simon Woolley, CBE (Principal, Homerton College, University of Cambridge and co-founder, Operation Black Vote).
- Mr Peter Cohen (Entrepreneur and philanthropist)
- bpTT
