Thread by @jurassicg1rl

Thank you so much! I couldn't have dreamed that 2 years ago when I was at my lowest, that I would ever reach so high. I have so many people to acknowledge and thank on this journey 💚🥳🧵#NDA #NDA20 #PositiveRoleModel #NationalDiversityAwards #Winner @itvnews

https://twitter.com/ndawards/status/1440297827939205120

My family, @Johnson72Martin & kids are my bedrock, holding me up and keeping me strong. They understand the late nights & weekends I have to work in my pursuit for equity in the sector. They are also great at knowing how the oven works so they can feed themselves! 1/10

My amazing sister @DrMeenaKhatwa and brother @vinnyk2406 who have stood by me in difficult times. In their own way they change the world and I am blessed to have them in my life. My Mum & Dad who still don't get me & the rocks thing, but love me all the same 🤣❤️ 2/10

My incredible & transformative life coach Mona Da Silva @embraceXceL888. She was instrumental in helping me look forwards and stand in my own power. She helped me to see my true self and value. I came out of the dark like a pheonix from the ashes! Thanks also to Stephe! 🥰 3/10

The incredible organisations who stood by me, championing my voice & passion for change. In particular @HeritageFundUK @RamblersGB @GeolSoc @RGS_IBG @The_GA. Thank you for your belief in me as a changemaker and as a leader in this sector. 🙌🏾 4/10

My colleagues at @WessexMuseums and at our partner museums @DorsetMuseum @WiltshireMuseum @PooleMuseum @SalisburyMuseum. You offered me a chance to bring genuine change and impact to your settings and structures. I will always be grateful for this chance to shine 💚 5/10

My wonderful friends including Richard Edmonds, Katie Burden, Sally King, Julia Pulman, Ben Wyer, Tim Badman, Jonathan Larwood, @DorsetAONB @Rusticglitz @DarrellWakelam @thegobbledegook @nettlebum - your years of friendship, solidarity and support have made me feel 🥰 6/10

Those who inspire me to work harder for equity in our sector, thank you! Where would I be without your guidance 🥰💚 @educatinggeeta @DrewBennellick @whyofthetiger @midhal @maxwell_ayamba @ling_judy @BackboneCIC @DrElaineKing @chilternrangers @NAAONB @ward_esme @NatHistGirl 7/10

The diversity champions here who I constantly learn from about how I can be a better advocate for change. I have been most influenced by @BirdgirlUK @seis_matters @GilesPalaeoLab @jesswade @tanvir_h @rpancost @GoWildForBees Their courage and ability to communicate is 👏🏾 8/10

All my followers on Twitter. Thank you for putting up with my rambling thoughts, tirades, emotional outbursts and general mad ravings about all things rocks, fossils and landforms. Love to you all 🥰💚9/10

My awakening was a direct result of racism, discrimination & fear of the change I wanted to make happen in our sector. I will always try to use my platform & privilege for those who need nature most. 💚🥰✊🏾 End 10/10

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