Leaving people better than I met them

AdvocatePhilanthropistCommunity Builder

Hi, I’m Akiela Malik

My ethos is simple: to leave people better than how I found them — through kindness, compassion, encouragement and, most importantly, action.

Born in Trinidad & TobagoBased in the UK

Giving is in my DNA

It is reflected in the time I offer, the doors I open, the energy I invest in relationships, and the hope I place in the potential of others.

Projects2025 — present

Work rooted in purpose

From anatomical models donated to a hospital to the initiatives still taking shape — every project began because someone needed something that did not exist yet.

AchievementSurgery Celebration Day 2025

The Extra Mile Award

Presented on Surgery Celebrations Day by the Surgery Leadership Team.

Presented by Mr Julius Asante Siaw

AchievementNominated, LHCH 2025

The Patient Choice Award

Nominated for the LHCH Patient Choice Award 2025 — an award decided by the people in our care.

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My Ethos 01.

My ethos is simple: to leave people better than how I found them.

Working on a thoracic ward, I have the privilege of caring for people during some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives, supporting those who recover and those whose lives sadly passed. I strive to do this through kindness, compassion, encouragement and, most importantly, action. I am proud to be a representative of many, using my voice, relationships and influence to advocate for others and play an active role in making the world a better place.

My upbringing has shaped my values, ambitions and commitment to creating meaningful change. I have had the privilege of meeting thousands of people during some of the most vulnerable moments in their lives — experiences that have strengthened my passion for supporting, encouraging and uplifting others. Making a lasting impact in the United Kingdom is an honour, while my future endeavours are driven by the ambition to create meaningful change on a global scale.

Born: Trinidad and Tobago

Educated: The Belvedere Academy

Based: United Kingdom

Focus: Advocacy & community impact

This Website 02.

This website reflects a selection of the work, initiatives, projects and experience I have produced from the beginning of 2025 to the present — a journey rooted in purpose, service and a genuine desire to leave the world better than I found it.

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