NEBOSH reveals 2024 Michael Adamson Diploma Scholarship winners
Iain Hoey
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NEBOSH awards 2024 scholarships
NEBOSH has announced the recipients of its 2024 Michael Adamson NEBOSH Diploma Scholarship.
This annual programme awards twenty recipients with paid-for study for the NEBOSH Level 6 National or International Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals.
The scholarship is named in memory of Michael Adamson, who lost his life in a preventable workplace incident.
By providing educational opportunities, NEBOSH hopes scholarship recipients will positively influence health and safety to prevent other families from experiencing similar losses.
Selection process and recipients
The 2024 recipients were selected by a judging panel of NEBOSH Diploma holders Helen Tapley-Taylor and Mohamed Adam, NEBOSH’s Dee Arp and Matt Powell-Howard, and Louise Adamson, Michael’s sister and NEBOSH Ambassador.
They commented on each recipient’s passion, commitment to education, and desire to ‘pay it forward’ using their new knowledge to help others.
The recipients are:
- Katrina May Neve
- Carys Jones
- Jodie Rushton
- George Elliott
- Katie Eggington
- Marie Nicholls
- Terry Barton
- Daniel Akpesiri Vote
- Minzah Shehzad
- Malik Tayyab
- Xavier Paragsingh
- Adebara Ifeoluwapo Mayowa
- Caroline Sylvester Baraza
- Maria-Rica-Xtra M.
- Arguel
- Ewoenam Bediako
- Jacob Levi Nunu
- Kehinde Amos Adeyemi
- Mykhailo Somin
- Alex Aondoyila Hembaor
- Moyosore Adebiyi Ademilola
Testimonials from previous winners
Since its introduction in 2021, the Michael Adamson NEBOSH Diploma Scholarship has awarded 34 people with paid-for study and assessment fees for the NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals.
Isaac Mutunga, a 2023 scholarship recipient, said: “Studying for the NEBOSH International Diploma has been an amazing journey.
“It has enhanced my confidence and capabilities, built a better understanding of international legislations, improved my communication skills, enabled me to develop better health and safety policy strategies, risk management strategies, more effective audit management systems for the company.
“Better recognition from other professionals and employers in the industry, increased health and safety consultation recommendations, improved trust and confidence from the clients.
“I would encourage anyone to enter in the 2024 scholarship as this will give them career and professional advantage.”
Abanum Iruoghene Isakpa, another 2023 recipient, shared: “Studying for the NEBOSH Diploma has been enriching, providing profound insights into occupational health and safety.
“The knowledge gained has enhanced my understanding, enabling me to improve workplace safety protocols and assume greater responsibilities.
“Beyond my workplace, I have shared this knowledge though advisory, fostering a culture of safety in society.
“I wholeheartedly recommend aspiring candidates pursue this qualification as it is pivotal for ensuring workplace safety and making a positive societal impact.”
Future opportunities and application details
The Michael Adamson NEBOSH Diploma Scholarship will return in 2025.
Interested individuals can submit their details at the NEBOSH website to register their interest and receive updates when applications reopen.
More information about the scholarship programme and the option to register interest in the 2025 scholarship are available online: Michael Adamson NEBOSH Diploma Scholarship.
