Estela Joseph, a Year 10 student from Wallington High School for Girls, won the regional final of the Jack Petchey "Speak Out Challenge", impressing judges with her compelling speech about diversity and representation. Her win places her among 37 other finalists heading to the semi-finals. The event included over 30,000 students from schools across London and Essex. Estela's message in her speech, "A Jumble of Almosts," resonated well with judges, emphasizing the beauty of our differences, while runner-up Yusuf Niazi and third place Charles Wood also shared inspiring messages. The grand final is set for July 7.
Estela Joseph captivated judges with her speech "A Jumble of Almosts," emphasizing the importance of diversity and representation for inspiring future generations. Her powerful message stood out among 30,000 participants.
"I am feeling proud. Overjoyed. Excited. Everyone who does the competition should believe in themselves and be themselves," Estela said, showcasing her enthusiasm and encouragement for future contestants.
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