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In 2020, Mya created Mixed, Blessed and Blended a safe space for connection and celebration, where families could honour their heritage, culture, and traditions while embracing others. That small community seed has since grown into ACAMHA which was founded in 2022 by both Mya and Remi, it is a bold platform that challenges racism, dismantles stereotypes, and uplifts underrepresented voices. Our objectives are to educate, promote and connect the local communities with the African Caribbean Asian and Mixed Heritage communities. We want to promote, encourage, embrace and celebrate the uniqueness of Equality, Diversity, Equity, Acceptance and Belonging through cultural events, music, education, seminars and workshops.

Co-Founder and Secretary (Remi), Co-Founder (Mya), Treasurer (Fiona)

Co-Founder and Secretary (Remi), Founder and Chairlady (Mya), Treasurer (Fiona)

Mya

Elizabeth-Mya (Mya)

Equity Advocate | Cultural Strategist | Founder, ACAMHA | Trustee

I’m Elizabeth-Mya, but I prefer to be called Mya. I’m an equity advocate, cultural strategist, and founder of the African Caribbean Asian and Mixed Heritage Association (ACAMHA). My work is grounded in a deep commitment to justice, representation, and the belief that every person deserves to feel seen, heard, and valued.

My journey into advocacy began with lived experience - as a Black woman of African heritage in the UK, navigating systems that were not designed with us in mind. I recognised early on how often our stories were erased, misunderstood, or marginalised.

At ACAMHA, I lead initiatives focused on education, cultural equity, and structural transformation. One of my proudest achievements has been co-creating an anti-racism education subgroup in collaboration with Highland Council and Highland One World, working to make education more inclusive, honest, and empowering for all learners.

At my core, I believe in the power of culture, the necessity of connection, and the radical act of creating spaces where every identity is honoured and every story matters. My work isn’t about ticking boxes, it’s about rewriting narratives, dismantling barriers, and shaping a future in which equity isn’t an ambition, it’s a lived reality.

Read more about Mya on Creating Spaces for Belonging and Speaking at The Scottish Parliament

Achievements: A few weeks ago, I was honoured to be elected National Co-Chair of the Diaspora Group for Global Citizenship. Full story here Mya on Linkedin

Remi

I'm Remi, co-founder and secretary of ACAMHA. I take meeting minutes, write up funding applications, write reports for ACAMHA and help organise events.

I also have an eagle eye for research and take interest in where I feel our voice as People of Colour will be valued.

I really value working in partnership with other organisations as there's so many benefits in working this way.

I work in Child Bereavement, for a Highland charity, and am a student with Leeds Beckett University, studying a Postgraduate in Play Therapy, a form of child psychotherapy.

Lastly, I love good music and dancing and feel these two things connect me to my cultural heritage.

I look forward to see you at our next event!

Fiona

Hello I'm Fiona. I am the treasurer and run the performance art department of ACAMHA.

I am a full time mother of 3, but there are always lots of children around the house. I teach musical theatre to children, I have 2 adult choirs and a senior citizen ballet class.

As well as playing an active role in our family business. I have been the vocal coach on Ness Factor, a charity event raising money for Highland Hospice since it started in 2016.

I love meeting new people, so if you see me say hello.

Welcome to ACAMHA

Mya

Remi

Fiona