Miriam Addo

Miriam has assisted the University Medical School in developing policies to make teaching more reflective of different groups in society, as well as help shape structured educational events to explore issues of discrimination and ethnicity in a critical, constructive, and safe manner in small groups. She is a leading force in the Birmingham African Caribbean Medical Society. As the Vice-President of the charity Alex’s Medical & Educational Clinic in Africa Society, she helps oversee funding and governance of maternity in a clinic in Malawi that is integrated in the wider Malawian, under-resourced, healthcare system.

What’s your connection to the University?

I’m a recent MBChB graduate from the University’s Medical School. From July 2022, I will be working for the NHS as an FY1 doctor.

Do you have any favourite sports? What do you like about them?

Growing up with an older brother and older cousins in Ghana, one of my favourite sports was cycling. In true West-African spirit we always introduced a competitive element and some of my favourite childhood memories involves us racing against each other.

While growing up, did you follow any particular sports stars?

As clichéd as it sounds, one of my favourite sporting heroes is Usain Bolt. I was always in such awe watching him compete.

What are you most looking forward to during the Games?

I am looking forward to various communities in the city coming together to showcase the great art, culture and history that Birmingham has to offer.

How does it feel to know your alma mater is hosting the Games?

I feel incredibly proud that the University will be hosting the Games. I believe we have a great campus and facilities and I am glad that others will get to experience the benefits of these during the Games.

How does it feel to be selected as a batonbearer?

I feel incredibly honoured to have been selected for this role! My nomination came as a complete surprise to me but it does feel very humbling for my contributions to the University and wider community to be recognised in such a tangible way.