Rianna Patterson
Dementia Activist, Research
*Fees are a guide only. Exact cost will be dependent on requirements and are subject to change.
About Rianna Patterson
Rianna’s grandmother passed away in 2019 while she was at university, and she has shared her experiences of dealing with loss during her time at university on Student Minds. In 2020, Rianna graduated from the University of Kent with a BSc (Hons) in Psychology and a master’s in dementia from UCL. Rianna also holds a master’s degree in dementia, which she crowdfunded over £20,000 to pursue, her masters thesis on Dementia Policies in Caribbean Communities, to her knowledge was one of the first publications to focus on English-speaking Caribbean countries. .
Additionally, Rianna was invited by the Government of Rwanda to deliver a keynote presentation on dementia at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Rwanda, where she spoke to young people and government officials from across the world. She has also spoken to over 300 students in the Caribbean about the importance of respecting their elders. Using her platform, Rianna advocates for mental health, sustainability, and socio-economic issues. Given the various initiatives and projects she has developed over the years, she is also a brand strategist who helps small companies understand their values and deliver social impact projects. Ms.Patterson has worked with FTSE 100 companies to develop their employee wellbeing programmes through training and consultancy.
To book Keynote Speaker Rianna Patterson, contact The Speakers Agency on +44(0)1332 810481 or email enquiries@thespeakersagency.com
Intergenerational leadership: Empowering Gen-Z to participate in youth advocacy
This topic will discuss strategies to cultivate their voices and drive meaningful change within their communities.
The Importance of Caregiving
Delve into the vital role that caregivers play in society, highlighting the emotional, physical, and economic impacts of caregiving through visualisations. This talk will emphasize the need for support systems and resources for caregivers to ensure they can continue their essential work with compassion and sustainability.
Finding Your Purpose
This topic will offer insights and techniques for self-reflection, goal-setting, and aligning one’s values with actions, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling life.
Turning Ideas to Reality
This topic focuses on the process of transforming innovative concepts into tangible outcomes. Tapping into the power that is inside of us all.
Why we should support people living with dementia
This discussion will cover the challenges they face, the impact of societal stigma, and the ways we can build inclusive communities that promote understanding and care.
Client Feedback
"Rianna gave a beautiful talk at the TEDx University of Kent 2018 conference. Her talk called “The Youth in You” was inspired by a touching personal experience P.... She showed great public speaking skills and kept the audience engaged while educating on dementia..."
Lead Organiser, TEDx University of Kent 2019
