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The Amos Bursary was set up in 2009 to help British born, state educated, African Caribbean boys access professional careers.Every year, The Bursary selects outstanding Boys of African Caribbean heritage from Inner City schools in London. These students have been identified with the ability and aptitude to pursue professional careers, but have personal, economic or social factors which could act as a barrier to their academic success. African Caribbean boys have been identified as the least likely group to go to or stay at university. If they secure university places; financial constraints, lack of parental understanding of the system; families without a strong tradition of participation in higher education; little knowledge of what is required at degree level, all lead to high drop-out rates. In addition, a poor understanding of the professions, limited access to internships and unsatisfactory preparation for recruitment and selection processes have been identified as factors hindering the prospects of these students. The Bursary aims to address the imbalances the students face and support them through university. We aim to ensure that internships are accessible to our young people, help them improve their knowledge and aspirations. Through the Bursary scheme we prepare them to enter the professions and help them to enter corporate professions within British society. We recruit students by liaising with London schools and their Head of sixth form, who inturn nominate students who meet our criteria.. The students then make written submissions verified by the school. The shortlisted students are invited to an interview, following this the final selection is made. Our focus on individual attention and access to a personal peer and professional mentor (professional person in a particular sector) differentiates us from other charities. Our volunteer mentors come from a range of disciplines and backgrounds. They share one thing in common, their commitment to improving the life chances of our students. Volunteers are the heart beat of our programme.Bursary students are required to attend weekend workshops and regular meetings as part of their personal development. Personal Development programmes are also in place to provide our peer mentors with the skills required to improve their performance as mentors and at work. We believe that internships will provide our students with a meaningful experience that will enhance their employability and skills. Links with private sector companies are crucial to the success of this programme and internships are an integral part of the bursary offer. They are an essential part of the career ladder and journey for our students allowing the students a means of gaining practical insight into different careers. While at University the students receive an annual bursary toward their studies.
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'Education is not a guarantee of great wealth or riches but is the guarantee against abject poverty'

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The Amos Bursary was established in June 2009 by the Amos Family in collaboration with EXCELL3 an education charity, in memory of Mike and Dolly Amos, parents of Baroness Amos of Brondesbury, former Leader of the House of Lords and current Under-Secretary-General and Emergency Relief Coordinator . Mike and Dolly were passionate about education and devoted their lives to teaching and learning believing in the power of education as a way to a better future. Mike said that, education was not a guarantee of great wealth or riches but it was the guarantee against abject poverty. Their children, grandchildren and close friends set up this Bursary in their memory.

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Student Highlights 2011 .... readFor the full stories read the bursary newsletter for September 2011The Powerlist Reception - November .... read"Three Steps to Success' - November .... readHangar 7 on Board .... readBursary Students host Boys Conference .... readFundraising Summer Funday - July .... readLequan Johnson heads to Beiiging - July .... readThe Inspired Leaders Network - February .... readStudent Development Day - January .... readCarribean Board Presentation - January .... readSupporters Meeting - January .... read
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Share your messages and thoughtsAre you a family member or friend of Dolly and Mike, or have you any thoughts you would like to share about the bursary.Send your comment to: amosbursary_googlemail.com Message from Moses Lilako St Louis, USA I remember the warm welcome accorded us Colleen's friends by her parents at their home sometime in late 1978: Colleen had invited some of her friends from Leicester to London. I also remember Michael's words of wisdom on education, which still ring today. They echoed advice of my parents (both trained teachers) as I boarded that East African Airways plane from Nairobi in September 1976 for further studies in the UK ( August 2010) Message from Canon Andrew White The Vicar of Baghdad Today ( 18 February) was such a hard day. Not because of the complexities of our Iraqi conference in Denmark, but because my mentor, friend and teacher died. He was not my university professor, or my Bishop. He was my teacher at school some 26 years ago. He was the head of our 6th form; he did not just teach me economics and politics he taught me to respect others, to understand international affairs and to take seriously reconciliation. He was simply the inspiration to the whole of my life. When I was 10 I remember telling my teacher that I wanted to work in Anaesthetics and be a Priest. She looked at me as if I was mad and told me I could only do one thing. Seven years later I said the same thing to my teacher Mr Amos, he looked at me and simply said you will and he was right. I know that I can only do what I do today because of what he taught me when I was still a teenager. Often I have found myself in the midst of war zones, with bombs and rockets flying. I have thought to myself what would Mr Amos do here. As the years went on, as my work became more complex I thought of him even more. In recent months he was so often in my mind, literally every day. I did not see him for years. Then one day a new leader of the House of Lords was appointed. It was Baroness Valerie Amos, I did not know her, but wondered if she was related to my teacher. She was also an inspirational person, she was also black, and she was also from the area where I grew up. I soon had reason to write to her and as a post script, I asked her if she was related to my teacher Michael Amos. The reply from her came back saying that she was indeed his daughter. That was the beginning of my reconnection with my teacher. I was presented a prize for my work in interfaith relations at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in London. Mr Amos and his equally wonderful wife were there. Then just a few weeks ago when I was awarded the Wolf Pursuer of Peace Prize I stated that I really wanted Mr Amos there. I was told that he was ill and that it was not certain he would be able to come. On the night he was there with Baroness Amos his daughter. He was in his wheelchair sitting at the high table in one of the Inns of Court. At the table was a former Prime Minister, Lord Chancellor, Lord Chief Justice and other members of the great and good but the only person I was proud about was the presence my teacher Mr Amos. When I spoke I made clear that this man was my inspiration. When it came to the presentation I was overjoyed that it was given by Baroness Amos his daughter. This meant so much to me. She knew of the role her father had played in my own life and spoke about it. That was the very last time that Mr Amos went out. Just last week Baroness Amos phoned me and told me how ill her father was. Last Friday I went to see him. In pain and unconscious was my mentor, my friend and my teacher. I knew it would be the last time I would see him alive. I prayed with him, read the Bible and then said the Lords Prayer. As I came to the last line he joined in for ever and ever Amen. The last words I ever heard him say. This morning as I arrived in Copenhagen I responded to a message from Baroness Amos. Michael Amos had died early this morning. I knew it was coming but it did not make it any easier. Now I am planning to take the funeral of Mr Amos next week. It will be so difficult but I am so pleased to be able to do it. It will mean I am unable to go to Saudi Arabia next week. I know that Mr Amos is now with our Lord, and I pray that he may rest in peace and rise in glory and that our Lord will surround and protect his wonderful family. ( February 2008) Yane Amos Zwambila Grandson My pops was the definition of what a man should be, the type of man I would like to be. I am convinced that if you look up the word Man in the oxford dictionary granddads picture should be there staring at us with that massive grin that we have all come to know so well. When Granddad married my grandmother he decided to live his life by one rule, His family first and everything else second. As a young man growing up, and as im sure all the men in this church can testify to, that rule is easier said than done. The men that do succeed have a huge impact on peoples lives for ever. Well, I stand here as the proud grandson of a man that didnt just say it but did it. Granddad was the man of the house, he always sat at the head of the table, and he always got served first and always had the biggest piece of chicken. He would also like us all to believe that he had the last word, but come on granddad we live with Amos Women. Watching granddad handle the women in my family was always amusing and an invaluable lesson. Anytime granny, auntie, mum Shyko or Chloe demanded anything he would simply look at them and say YES DEAR or YES DARLING. After meals granddad would always say BLESS YOU MY DEAR. A charming, gentleman who made all the women in the family feel like they were queens and princess, valued and precious. As Im sure you all know Shyko and I were raised by our grandparents. I was 3 and Shyko was 7 so we have a life time of moments and memories. No words can really express the unconditional love that came from my grandfather. He never told me he loved me (but you know how it is guys) but I still knew he did. I knew he loved me, because for as long as I can remember he would always share that piece of chicken with me, or offer to share his plate of food: because he was there for me to say goodnight too and he was there for me to say Good morning too. He was there after school, before school and on the weekends. Granddads religion was education. He would always say that all his grandchildren must be educated to a degree level as a good education was and I quote, Not the guarantee of great wealth but it was a guarantee against abject poverty. In other words as granddad would have also said, with a good education you wouldnt starve. Many after school nights and summer holidays were spent doing extra work to both Shykos and my dismay. We hated doing extra work but never the less we were made to do it. This is a good time to mention that granddad called me Bwoi or son and the only time he referred to me as Yane was when I was getting some maths question wrong that he felt he had explained already. (Yane goes into impression). Granddad did have a firm hand but he just wanted us to always try our best. If we got 95%in a test and we didnt try our best he would say where was the other 5%. But if we got 55% and he knew we had tried our hardest he was the proudest man on earth. Granddad was like Bob the Builder and Tony Blair wrapped into one. If anything needed fixing or building he was the man for the job. Similarly with granddads oratory skills all the worlds wrongs were put to rights at the dinner table, in car journeys, or getting ready for school, or at a lime with a glass of rum in his hands. Always moving with the times he loved to hear things from a younger perspective, David, Ted, Leon, Brian, Blaze, Strom, Ray, Henry, Clive and Carl on behalf of granddad thank you for the lively funny energetic conversation. You would always know that granddad was in the room if you heard the comments.. ahhh ahhh, I tell you, but his an asssss. His passion for music flows through us, granddad would literally jam in the front room, in his chair, one hand on head and the other, thats right u guessed it swirling a glass of rum listening to his music. When Eddie and Chloe were born granddad again was on top of the world, you would have believed yet again that he was the only man on the planet with grandchildren. Eddie and Chloe have brought hours of fun for granddad. Eddie and Chloe Speak As testimony to my grandfathers impact on my life, I am working toward the goal of being a Head Master. (For those who dont know granddad was a teacher) About 3 weeks ago I asked him his advice on how to go about achieving this dream. He said, you have to be more educated than the others, get your masters, and get your PHD. So I will get my masters and try my very best to be at the top of my game. About 10 days ago granddad had become very poorly and could not really communicate, yet he listened intently to me speaking to him about my dissertation, he said to me that he was sorry he could not help me. I would like to take this opportunity to say that my grandfather has nothing to apologise for. He has given me a life time of goodness, fun and laughter, a life time of true love and a life time of unwavering support, belief and commitment. I know his belief in me as a man had no limits and that he will indeed continue to help me through in strong spirit. On behalf of your Grandchildren, granddad we thank you. (February 2008) Allison Bishop Auntie Dolly will always hold a special place in my heart. Everytime I look at my wedding pictures I see the wonderful cake she made for us. Her laughter, her smile, the fond way she called me Alli. ( 2008) Elroy Hinton They were both good & wonderful people & will be missed by everyone who knew them. It will be comforting to you to know that they were loved by everyone. ( 2008)Colin Swann Every time I met with Michael, he would always offer me a drink, but unfortunately I was always driving. As I enjoy a rum too, as you know, it would have been so nice to have shared a few with Michael. We did not share his love of sport, but we certainly had a few political debates whilst I was working away, and heavy discussions about life in general. It is a shame that I did not meet Michael when I was at school. Perhaps I would have been better educated. Cheryl P Jordan I can remember some of the stories my parents told me about them. How happy and full of life they were. My father used to say to me "You should try to be a good teacher like teacher Dolly. Michael was really good at his job and Dolly, oh so full of energy. You would like her if you got to know her." Those words will live on in my heart. Bev Fisher I was privileged to work with him in the early sixties at Picardy Boys School in Erith and can remember his excitement at bringing his Family to this Country. At the time I was in "digs" with Trevor Porteous and Derek Roberts and he invited us to meet the Family. I last saw Mum and Dad a couple of years ago at a reunion of Picardy Staff at Mike Greens and I will treasure the memory of that day. David RynerI remember when I first came to work for you reading your Hansard Society speech and was touched by your description of your journey from a small village (on an island on a river I think) in Guyana to this country. Your debt to and love for your parents shone through the speech and added force to its more general theme. Your father must have been a remarkable person.Phillip & Florence ThompsonSubject: THE HEROES OF MY YOUTH: DEEPEST SYMPATHY Phillip Trent Thompson They were the persons I aspire to emulate when I was growing up as a youngster in Wakenaam, Essequibo. Cousin Edward, particularly, had an awe about him that I revered him as someone whom I could look up to always. He never let me down. When I was just a teen, the men in Fredericksburg started a scout troop, and Cousin Edward was our scout leader. All the boys in the village joined the troop, and we had loads of fun. We gave concerts to raise money to buy our scout uniforms, and we went camping in the woods, and held competitions against other scout troops on the island of Wakenaam. Your Daddy was in everything that we did. We learned how to survive if we were lost, how to make various scout knots, how to make a raft etc. He was really our inspiration. He taught us from an early age the importance of getting a good education, saving money, how to treat and relate to members of the opposite sex and also introduced us to politics in Guyana at that time. When I became a teacher in early 1960, it was through his inspiration. I took lots of his mannerisms with a hope of being a fine teacher as your Dad was. He taught me lots of things I did not know, for I took private lessons from him, but he refused to accept payment for his services. He told me that he could not charge me anything because we were too closely related, and that he liked the way I valued learning. (Your Dad's Mother: Aunt Flora, and my grandfather: James Williams, were brother and sister). Unfortunately for me, when I was just about to get comfortable learning as much as possible from Cousin Edward, he informed me that he was leaving for England. I was disappointed, but I knew that, at that time it was the best thing for his inquiring mind. Your Mom had the arduous task of waiting for two years along with you, and you siblings Colleen and Michael to join your Dad. That time flew very fast, you all were united. Since your whole family had left Guyana, I was only fortunate to see Cousin Edward and Cousin Dolly on three occasions in Guyana. Once in August 1985, they attended the wedding in Georgetown of my little sister-in-law. They came with Cousin Marge and Cousin Jean. They were accompanied on that trip by Shyko (forgive the spelling) Colleen's daughter. They had a grand time. The best time I had, however, was when I visited England in the Summer of 2000. As soon as I arrived I called your parents, and your Mom called back the next day and told that she would try to arrange a tour of the Houses of Parliament with you. I was thrilled. I really enjoyed that tour. You were really a gracious host, and I would like to thank you again and again for that tour. The next day I paid a visit to your parents' home in Kent. I spent a whole day, and it was really rewarding. Your Dad and I caught up where we had left off years ago. We discussed politics, sports, education, etc. Your Mom gave me a tour of her garden, and we also discussed family life, and of course your great achievements, and the achievements of your siblings were highlighted. Later Colleen, and her two kids came over. It was just a memorable meeting which I will never forget. I'm sorry I did not return to England sooner to once again see my childhood heroes. I can write a lot about your Mom, but that will take up more time. I may have to do that another time. Guyanese Mafia` Out In Force To Commemorate Baroness Amos` Parents By John Mair in London CaribWorldNews, NEW YORK, NY, Tues. June 10, 2008: Sixty years to the month after the arrival of the `SS Windrush `with the first cohort of Caribbean immigrants at Tilbury Docks, African Caribbeans showed they had scaled the heights of the British Establishment in Westminster last Friday. A Memorial service for the lives of Michael and Dolly Amos at St Margaret`s Church in the shadow of Westminster Abbey provided a platform for a gathering of the `great and good of the British black community.` Prominent among them was the so called `Guyanese Mafia.` Baroness Valerie Amos, Michael and Dolly Amos` daughter and the former leader of the UK House of Lords is at the epicenter of that group. Born in Guyana and raised in England, she remembered her parents who had come to the UK from Guyana in the early 1960`s for their children` in a very fond and moving eulogy. Michael Amos had left behind a career as a head teacher in Wakenhaam, Essequibo for the unsure pastures of the British motherland and Kent in particular. It was not that welcoming an environment but `my father was not a quitter and failure was not in his vocabulary,` said Baroness Amos. Throughout his half century in the UK, Michael Amos kept a `fierce pride` in the land of his birth, believing in his heritage while still warming to the land of his migration despite its` many flaws. Michael wanted the best for his three children. `He loved a challenge and expected very high standards,` said Lady Amos. His wife, christened Eunice but known by all as `Dolly,` was his steadfast support throughout. She died on the morning of his funeral earlier this year. Lady Amos described their relationship as `truly inspirational.` `They shared a love for over sixty years,` and as she elegantly put it, `We shall miss them but they will not be forgotten.` Many of the near 500 strong congregation had earlier been invited by Baroness Amos to tea on the Thames side terrace of the Houses of Parliament across the road; that peak long scaled by the Black British MPs Bernie Grant and David Pitt. Today`s successors to them were out in force. Representing the `Mafia`(a gentle term of affection used for those of Guyanese origin who have risen in public life in Britain), were Lord Herman Ouseley, the former Head of the Commission for Racial Equality, Trevor Phillips the current Head of its` successor the Commission on Equality and Human Rights and David Lammy MP, still a junior UK Government Minister. Other prominent members of the UK Diaspora included Professor Cynthia Pine of Liverpool University; Michael Brotherson, representing the Government of Guyana; the Reverend Ivelaw Bowman; Keith Waithe,the musician; Juliet Alexander,the broadcaster plus Jessica and Eric Huntley, pioneering publishers. But it was not an all Guyanese affair. Among the very well known black-British faces were Baroness Patricia Scotland, Attorney General in Gordon Brown`s government; Moira Stuart the former BBC newsreader; Ben Okri, the Booker Award winning novelist and Baroness Ros Howells. It all showed how far one ethnic group had moved in six decades-from the docks to the high pews of Westminster. As the congregation filed slowly out into the summer rain outside St Margaret`s, the parish church of Parliament and normally reserved for commemorating statesmen, one was struck by just how much had been achieved by `the Guyanese mafia` and others and just how much sheer love there was for the Amos family.

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MentorsOur mentors provide a supportive, non-judgmental relationship in which our students are able to explore and realise their futures. The mentors develop supportive relationships with our young people and help them to achieve their career aspirations as well as enjoy active social leisure interests. All Mentors will agree to a CRB check, will undergo initial training and will receive ongoing support or email amosbursary_googlemail.com if you are interested in becoming a mentor.
Work ExperienceOur aim is to provide our students with a range of opportunities. Work experience for school students, and holiday employment for university students. Other opportunities include: work shadowing, tours of different place of work, or activities to expose our students to a range of opportunities e.g. to attend events from a social and work perspective.
Support opportunitiesWe are also looking for individuals who are prepared to offer our students work experience, during their holidays, offer tours of their place of work , expose our students to a range of opportunities e.g. to attend events from a social and work perspective.

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Excell3 is a registered charity, established in 1999. Its main aims are to provide educational resources, training materials and consultancy to advance the well being and academic attainment of underachieving pupils in the UK and overseas. Excell3 seeks to: Develop and promote good practice educational models in local, regional, national and international arenas to enhance the educational development of individuals. Work in partnership with existing educational providers and policy makers. Provide training, advice and support to all, irrespective of their gender, race or social class, in particularly targeting disadvantaged, underachieving and socially excluded individuals.
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St Pauls SchoolAmos Bursary students participate in the St Pauls School Oxbridge programme.The programme aims to provide an introduction to the Oxbridge application process.The second stage of the programme which takes place in the Autumn term offers support, preparation and advice to those students who are committed to applying to either Oxford or Cambridge.
The Worshipful Company of Tin Plate Workers are sponsors of the Amos Bursary.Elwin Cummings-Palmer, Chair of the Westminster West Rotary (left) and Dennis Tapper who announced sponsorship of the bursary from June 2010
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Your Questions AnsweredWhy African and Caribbean heritage boys?What the bursary will do?Who are you looking for?What do the students give back in return?How will we measure success?Why African and Caribbean heritage boys?Mike and Dolly celebrated their African roots and were extremely proud of their Caribbean heritage. They were also acutely aware of the plight of boys in the UK. Currently boys of all races in the UK are under performing, but the biggest underachievement is by Black –Caribbean followed by Black African boys. In 2003, 70% of African Caribbean boys left school with fewer than 5 GSCEs at A-C level and in the last six years through government led initiatives these statistics are changing slowly. However, African - Caribbean boys are the least likely of any group to go to university. The bursary aims to provide the opportunity to address the imbalances in higher education and support outstanding students to enter corporate professions within British society.What the bursary will do?What the Amos Bursary seeks to do is to support and mentor boys selected from schools in London, who have been identified as high achievers, and come through secondary schooling against the odds. Although boys may secure university places; financial constraints, lack of parental knowledge of the system and a general lack of understanding in terms of what is required at degree level, all lead to high drop-out rates during the first academic year.Who are you looking for?We select boys of Caribbean or African descent who are presently doing their Year 11 examinations, and who have been recommended by their teachersWe are looking for families without a strong tradition of participation in higher Education.Boys committed to improving their lives through educationApplicants for the award must be UK students and not currently in higher education.The first two years of the programme prepare our students for University and on entering university the successful students will receive an annual financial award for every year of their undergraduate training. This will help towards the cost of books, specialist resources and general living costs (which could include rent, petrol money, and educational trips). The continued payment of the bursary is subject to students remaining on their course.Throughout the academic year there will be a minimum of three opportunities for the students to meet with a mentor whose responsibility will be, to provide support and guidance and expose them to business and other opportunities to assist their personal growth and develop their leadership skills. This mentor will volunteer his or her services for the duration of the undergraduate academic course.Students will also be introduced to a peer mentor, a young person who has recently completed University and will make themselves available as a critical friend.What do the students give back in return?They will be required to use their knowledge and experience to help future bursary winners and encourage and support other students considering participating in Higher Education.How will we measure success?Students successfully completing their coursesStudents successfully entering the job market or continuing onto post-graduate coursesSuccessful mentoring partnershipsEvaluation – feedback from students about the process

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Summer Raffle 2011 - Draw at the Amos Bursary FundayThe raffle draw took place at the FUNDAY in July. Jacqueline Cameron sister to Dolly Amos and Dalton Grant drew out the lucky numbers. £3,000 was raisedRaffle prizesCongratulations to our winners Thanks to everyone who bought a ticket . 1 2 x complimentary tickets to the Guyana Law Association UK Gala Dinner , The Hilton Ed Dingall, 053012 Flip Video Camcorder, Clive Bailey, 073993 Asus EeePC notebook A.Shodipe, 051514 Tickets for a Family of 4 to a top West End Show, Meqele, 052535 Tickets for 2 to attend a concert during London Jazz Festival Immaculate Nantale , 035746 Tickets for 2 Babylon Restaurant, Juleanne Jules, 010647 Hamper of Roots and Wings Organic Products Friday Football , 001348 Tea with Baroness Howells at a venue of her choice, Martin, 058209 £50.00 national book vouchers, Martin, 0078610 Signed Limited edition Fulham shirt, Naa, 0264611 Virgin Active – 2 free day passes, Gerry Morrissey, 0247812 Bottle of Champagne , Waitrose, Emily, 0860713 Bottle of Whisky, House of Lords, Andy Green, 0789914 Beauty Gift pack, Body Shop, Bro, Paul, 0988115 Book Vouchers - new Beacon Book shop, Marge Lowhar , 0361816 - 35 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell A. Lee 0227117 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell Bill Lovelock 0038218 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell Daniel Nurse 0777319 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell Joad David 0580820 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell Nadia Mathura 0271521 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell Nicole Taylor 0733822 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell Fin Brunel 0860223 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell Amelia Walker 0610624 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell Marie Luthmaya 0842925 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell Mick Whelan 0805826 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell Chris Jones 0119127 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell Chanelle 0455828 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell Ross’s Mum 0412329 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell Judith Bailey 0052830 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell Rachel Squires 0369631 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell C.A. Boasat 0125032 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell Ros 0606433 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell Friend 0293134 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell Simon Payne 0227735 A signed Novel by Criminal writer, Ruth Rendell Zainab Roberts 05686
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Alex says Great North run was funAlexandra Reed ran the Great North Run on 19 September 2010 for the Amos Bursary. Her tremendous effort has helped to raise over £1,100 After her run Alex said it was a fantastic day! I completed it in 1 hour 50 minutes and 08 seconds, so I am very pleased. I received some emails from some of the boys on the Bursary at the end of last week wishing me good luck, which was really nice and thoughtful of them. Thank you Alex. Fundraising efforts like these give the bursary the income needed to continue to support our students. If you are participating in any marathons and would like to run on behalf of the bursary do email us on amosbursary_googlemail.com

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News 2009

News and Events 2009

House of Lords Reception, 4 June 2009- report by Saad Noor – Bursary studentThursday 4 June saw the launch of the Amos Bursary in honour of Mike and Dolly Amos. The launch took place in the River Room, House of Lords with the kind permission of the Lord Speaker, Lady Hayman. Many family members, friends, colleagues and supporters joined together for the evening to meet the first 7 Bursary students and their families. It was a moving, emotional and joyous occasion with inspirational words from the students about the importance of support and mentoring.
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Visit with Garth Crooks - 2009- report by Saad Noor – Bursary studentGarth Crooks , former Tottenham striker and current BBC Football pundit who invited me and three others to attend the BBC during the Confederations Cup to shadow him which was an invaluable experience for me. I also went to Manchester for a week to visit family and watched my beloved Manchester United take on Valencia in a pre-season friendly, Chelsea in the Community Shield and Birmingham in the League. This was all very exciting; however, the most relieving day of the summer came on the 20th August when I got my A Level results which confirmed my place at City University London to study Journalism.
News 2010

News and Events 2010

The Powerlist reception - November 2010Amos Bursary students attended the Powerlist 2011 reception a for Britains most influential black people, which was held at The offices of JP Morgan. Amos Bursary students, Ashley McFarlane and Dorian Peake and Peer mentors Tola Oladapo and Neil Hawthorne, met many inspirational leaders from different professions. They were introduced to Tidjane Thiam, Group Chief Executive of Prudential plc who was recognised as the most influential man of the year. Prudential plc is an international Financial Services Group with significant operations in Asia, the US and the UK.
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House of Lords Reception - 2nd July 2010Click here for Photos from the event
News 2011

News and Events 2011

The inspired Leaders network - February 2011The Inspired Leaders Network is an opportunity for bursary students to learn about leadership and networking. The network attracts the best from private businesses to the public sector; from huge multi-nationals to exciting start-ups, from chairman to managers. The Network profiled the excellence of two different businesses Wonga.com and Metro Bank and in particular the two CEOs ,Craig Donaldson, CEO Metro Bank and Errol Damelin, CEO Wonga.com. It was an insightful and invaluable evening, fantastic for networking and most importantly the opportunity to learn the skills for becoming a Leader.
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Student Development Day - February 2011Bursary students spent a day working on their presentation skills and were prepared for public speaking, presentations and debating. Coached by Juliet Alexander the students were given lots of opportunity to practice the tips and training received.
Caribbean board presentation - January 2011The Caribbean Board have awarded the Amos Bursary £ 3,000.00 to develop opportunities, new skills and work experience within the private sector for students. Supt. Leroy Logan MBE, Chair, The Caribbean Board said We are pleased to make this award to The Amos Bursary to support the advancement of outstanding young men of African and Caribbean descent.Baroness Amos, who was on a short visit to the UK said We are delighted to receive this award, it will make a difference to the support provided to our most talented students. The Caribbean board was also represented by Howard Jeffrey and Rudi Page.
Supporters meeting - January 2011At the lmeeting our Inspirational speaker was Leroy Logan MBE. He shared with us how he started his career as a research scientist joined the police force and became the superintendent in charge of safety and security for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympics Games.
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News 2011 - JAN Supporters Meeting

News and Events 2011

Supporters meeting - January 2011At the meeting our Inspirational speaker was Leroy Logan MBE. He shared with us how he started his career as a research scientist joined the police force and became the superintendent in charge of safety and security for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympics Games.
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News 2011 - Jan Carribean Board

News and Events 2011

Caribbean board presentation - January 2011The Caribbean Board have awarded the Amos Bursary £ 3,000.00 to develop opportunities, new skills and work experience within the private sector for students. Supt. Leroy Logan MBE, Chair, The Caribbean Board said We are pleased to make this award to The Amos Bursary to support the advancement of outstanding young men of African and Caribbean descent.Baroness Amos, who was on a short visit to the UK said We are delighted to receive this award, it will make a difference to the support provided to our most talented students. The Caribbean board was also represented by Howard Jeffrey and Rudi Page.
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News 2011 - FEB Student Development

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News 2011 - FEB Inspired Leaders

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News 2011 - JUL Student Highlights

News and Events 2011

Student Highlights 2011For the full stories read the bursary newsletter for September 2011Max Auer has been awarded a scholarship with Herbert Smith Law firm to study Economics at University.Kenny Dumaka and Alexander Alleyne are the first Amos Bursary students to receive full scholarships to study Business Law from one of the Top Independent Universities in the UK, BPP University of Professional Studies.Wilfrid Obeng-Boakye completed work experience at web design company Fuse 8 one of the United Kingdoms largest digital agencies with offices in London, Leeds and RussiaRichard Butler completed 8 weeks internship with Investment management firm Whitefoord LLP Paul Egunjobi spent two weeks at Law Firm Rosenblatts Solicitors Aaron Wright did work experience at Hangar Seven limited a creative company that works with many of the worlds leading brandsSaad Noor travelled to Poland and worked for the leading daily newspaper Gazeta Wy-borzca. He gained a placement at Channel 4's Press department, Sports editor of heDD magazine; a monthly lads-mag distributed throughout the UKJolade Olusanya and his friends have made a DVD for the Bursary website The Seven Cs - an interview on his tips for success.To see the film go to our website . www.amosbursary.org.ukLequan Johnson spent a month in China as an intern. In Beijing he worked for the International Green Economy Association, which is a non-profit organisation based on the definition of green economy developed by the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). To read more about his experience read the bursary September newsletter.Miles Watson attended The Leslie Chamberlain Lecture sponsored by The Worshipful Company of Tin Plate Workers.
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News 2011 - JUL Hanger 7 Limited

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Hangar 7 Limited on board Hangar Seven Limited is a creative company that works with many of the worlds leading brands are new supporters of the Amos Bursary, providing us with a regular meeting space, event venue and internships for students. At the recent supporters meeting, Directors Nick Aldridge and Jeremy Middle-ton spoke about and answered questions about career opportunities in the creative world. Inspirational speakers Toib Olomowewe a top UK student who studied at SOAS (School of African and Oriental Studies) and Emily Middleton, Youth Advisor to the UNICEF UK Board of Trustees, spoke on how to build a great CV and balance studying with voluntary work.Students shared their experiences, and supporters participated in workshops to discuss the future development of the bursary. The evening was concluded with a a networking session. Thanks Nick and Jeremy for being such marvellous hostsGo to the Photo Gallery for photographs

News 2011 - JUL Students host Conf

News and Events 2011

Bursary students host boys conference Three students were selected to host and speak at the Raising the ceiling conference in March. Fahad Nsimbe and Lequan Johnson co-hosted the event with comedian Geoff Schumann and Aaron Wright spoke on the importance of mentoring to an audience of 600 people.
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News 2011 - JUL Fundraising Summer

News and Events 2011

Fundraising Summer Funday - 10th July 2011The Bursary Family Sunday in July was a fantastic and energy packed day with activities for all ages. A Bouncy Castle kept the children busy , all ages played Table Tennis and Snooker, and Salsa dancing demonstrations had everyone on the dance floor. If you wanted to relax and catch up with friends the bar area was the perfect spot. The football tournament kept everyone captivated all afternoon, and the family lunch was first class. The highlight of the Fun Sunday was the 5 aside football tournament organised by Steve Herbert and Yane Amos. Six Teams in total participated: Slaughter and May Law firm, The Bursary team , T47 Sports team , The Birmingham Gooners, The Spartans ( Students from Brunel University )and a Semi Professional Team Ilford United. It was a great competition each team fighting to lift the trophy and become the Amos Bursarys 1st Five aside football champions. In the end it was the Birmingham Gooners (representing Excell3) that took the title with Ilford coming in second. Slaughter and May and the Brunel students made it through to the semi finals . The medals and trophy were presented by 1998 Commonwealth Games High Jump Winner Dalton Grant. Go to the Photo Gallery for pictures
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News 2011 - JUL Lequan Johnson

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Lequan Johnson heads to Beiijing - July 2011Lequan is in his second year at Royal Holloway University where he is studying Biomedical Sciences. He has secured an Internship in China, Beijing and he is working hard to raise the money to take the placement. Internships are invaluable for students entering competitive careers. Help Lequan by giving generously. To make a donation please go to the Amos Bursary Just giving page. http://www.justgiving.com/excell3 or our website www.amosbbursary.org.uk(Lequan)
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News 2011 - NOV 3 Steps to Sucess

News and Events 2011

Three Steps to Sucess - November 2011Colleen Amos and Sarah Ebanja attended the exclusive launch of ,'Three Steps to Success', written by recruitment expert and Rare Recruitment Managing Director, Raphael Mokades. The book provides essential advice for young people and their parents on how to maximise their chances in the graduate job market. Raphael kindly donated books for every bursary student and has offered to attend one of our meetings in 2012.
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News 2011 - NOV Powerlist Reception

News and Events 2011

The Powerlist Reception - November 2011Kenny, Alex, Max and Wilfrid met Britains most influential black people at the Powerlist reception which was hosted by JP Morgan. They were accompanied by Peer mentor Iredia Iboh and bursary supporters Cynthia Johnson and Joy Maitland. The students met Baroness Amos who had flown in from America for the event.