Executive Biography
Theresa Ogbekhiulu is a passionate racial equity advocate, social researcher, and strategic EDI leader. She currently serves as a Senior Advisor for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at the Environment Agency, and formerly held a similar role at Swansea University, where she led key racial justice initiatives and the Race Equality Charter application.
Theresa brings a strong background in policy, governance, and inclusive education, having developed anti-racism training, decolonisation resources, and student engagement programmes in higher education. She is now preparing to pursue a PhD in Sociology.
Beyond academia, Theresa is a Non-Executive Director at Swim Wales and a swim teacher with the Black Swimming Association, committed to breaking racial barriers in sport and expanding access to aquatics for ethnic minority communities.
She also serves as a school governor and trustee, and has received national recognition for her work, including awards from Black History Wales, the National Union of Students, and features on the BBC and ITV. As a Fellow of Advance HE, Theresa is dedicated to advancing equity across education, sport, and governance.
Key Overview
- Current RoleDirector / Founder
- OrganizationEdutee Global
- Affiliations & LeadershipEnvironment Agency — Senior Advisor, EDI; Swim Wales — Non-Executive Director
- Key ExperienceSwansea University, Black Swimming Association