Become an ICE STEM Ambassador

Andrew Walker

Andrew has a long-standing commitment to outreach, impressively reaching over 4700 young people between 2023 and 2025.

The judges were particularly impressed with his enthusiasm, passion and focus on inclusion. He repeatedly went above and beyond to deliver workshops, presentations, careers fairs and assemblies across the region to children from different ages and backgrounds.

He also used their skills and knowledge to support and encourage others to deliver STEM activities.

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Afua Essel

As an ICE STEM Ambassador, Afua Essel stands at the forefront of inspiring the next generation of engineers.

The judges praised her enthusiasm, her commitment to outreach, and the genuine impact she’s had on young people across the region.

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Áine McCaffrey

Áine McCaffrey’s passion for STEM outreach has inspired hundreds of young people, educators, and parents across Northern Ireland.

Recognised as ICE Northern Ireland’s STEM Ambassador of the Year 2025, Áine is a passionate advocate for apprenticeships, diversity, and inclusion. Her commitment to inspiring the next generation is helping to shape a more diverse and inclusive future for the engineering profession.

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Angus MacGregor

Angus MacGregor, business development manager at BAM UK & Ireland, has been recognised as Scotland’s STEM Ambassador of the Year for his commitment to providing STEM outreach to over 1200 young people in the last year.

Travelling to remote areas of Scotland, Angus reached schools that historically have received low levels of outreach from the STEM community.

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Anna Tyler

Anna Tyler took home the 2026 East of England prize for showing a real passion for supporting young people and encouraging them to see the opportunities available in STEM.

Her mentoring of Year 9 students for the Engineering Development Trust Bronze Project is a great example of how she makes engineering more interesting and accessible.

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Bradley Yates

Bradley has been a STEM Ambassador for over 30 years in the UK, New Zealand and Australia, since starting a civil engineering degree at the University of Technology in Sydney, Australia, in 1993.

He has been with STEM Learning working with the Enterprise Business Partnership (EBP) South, The STEM Hub and with schools providing volunteering assistance for events such as business speed networking, employer interview ready, employer interviews, investigations, and more.

Charlotte Osborne

Charlotte is a driving force for STEM outreach across the Liverpool City Region (LCR), where she’s involved with the LCR Employer Network’s ‘All About STEM’ initiative.

She organises work experience placements, which allow students to complete project tasks, receive tailored feedback and have exposure to live projects.

Teachers report students leave feeling more confident and with a clear understanding of civil engineering careers.

In her workplace, Charlotte embeds STEM engagement directly into project-related social value commitments – ensuring outreach is a core part of project delivery.

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Fatima Almaarofi

Fatima Almaarofi from Systra won the regional STEM Ambassador of the Year Award for supporting STEM activities across the West Midlands.

Fatima has attended over 10 different types of career days, including engineering workshops for children and young adults.

Our winner also participated in the GirlGuiding Midlands Magical event which attracted over 6,500 Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers on one of the hottest days of the year – being on hand to answer questions, demonstrate activities such as our balancing bridge and generally inspire the girls.

Holliness Nyika

Holli’s STEM Ambassador work opened doors into the industry for more than 34 young people from 2024-25 by providing them with otherwise inaccessible work placements.

She created a placement process from scratch, with systems to support both students and mentors through the programme.

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Jamie Lloyd

Jamie Lloyd, a sub agent with Kier, based in Poole in Dorset, was recognised for his innovative approach to STEM outreach, working with local schools and colleges to bring civil engineering to life through hands-on activities.

The ICE South West judges said Lloyd’s entry “truly stood out”, praising the wide range of ways he engages young people. They highlighted his strong commitment to promoting different pathways into the profession and the authentic voice he brings to his volunteering.

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Tanya Donkin

Tanya Donkin, design lead at Mott MacDonald Bentley was named as the East Midlands Regional STEM Ambassador of the Year.

Tanya was recognised for successfully leading over 40 students through placements, with design activities, site visits and presentations.

She also supported ICE at the Girlguiding Magical Midlands event last summer which attracted 6,500 Rainbows, Brownies, Guides and Rangers on one of the hottest days of the year! An event to inspire girls to consider a career in civil and infrastructure engineering.