Welcome
to ElevatEd

Hi, I’m Mariaam! I’m a PhD student researching labour market access. Before this, I spent over a decade supporting migrants in low-paid work, providing advice on the challenges they face while also working as a campaigner and community organiser. I serve on regional policy advisory committees focused on migration and anti-labour exploitation. Having been a migrant myself for 14 years, I’ve personally navigated visa issues, barriers to education, and employment challenges - experiences that have given me invaluable knowledge to help others on their journeys. My own path to higher education was delayed for 18 years after secondary school - not due to a lack of ambition, but because of the socio-economic circumstances I was born into. Education was my biggest dream, and the obstacles I faced have fuelled my passion (and sometimes frustration) for breaking down the barriers that prevent people like me from reaching their full potential. ​At ElevatEd, my mission is to empower individuals -especially those facing structural barriers - to access higher education and meaningful employment. I provide the advice, tools, and resources you need not just to get where you should be, but to thrive once you’re there. Since 2019, I have successfully supported 13 young people in Southern Africa and Ireland on their career and education journeys, voluntarily dedicating my time to their success. Through this, I have gained a deep understanding of the costs, time, and strategies that truly work. Book a session with confidence - I’ll be with you every step of the way.