Joel Mordi
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Joel Mordi (born September 12, 1997) is a Nigerian-born social activist recognized for holding a Guinness World Record for the "Greatest Distance Covered by an Individual Walking/Running Backwards in 24 Hours,"[1] a feat he embarks on to show his commitment to challenging harmful rhetoric and policies targeting marginalized groups. Mordi is also recognized for his humanitarian endeavours and advocacy for marginalized communities, notably within the LGBTQ+ spectrum.
Early Life and Education[edit]
Mordi was born on September 12, 1997, in Agbor, Delta State, Nigeria. His educational pursuits led him to institutions in London, United Kingdom, including the University of East London, the University of Oxford, and the University of York.
Guinness World Records[edit]
Mordi's secured a Guinness World Record for the "Greatest Distance Covered by an Individual Walking/Running Backwards in 24 Hours." raising awareness for marginalized communities.[2]
Career[edit]
Mordi founded the Ibe Foundation to advocate for social development and humanitarian efforts. Mordi engagement in various initiatives promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion, has garnered recognition for his contributions to social change, receiving accolades such as the Sheila McKechnie Award, the Princess Diana Award, and the LGBTQ+ Undergraduate of the Year award.
Philanthropy and Advocacy[edit]
Through The Mordi Ibe Foundation[3], Mordi has spearheaded philanthropic projects and advocacy campaigns, supporting refugees, championing LGBTQ+ rights, and amplifying awareness of social issues.
Personal Life[edit]
Residing in London, United Kingdom, Mordi, the eldest of seven siblings, balances his personal and professional pursuits while remaining committed to his philanthropic endeavours.
Volunteering[edit]
Mordi has actively engaged in various volunteering initiatives in Nigeria and the United Kingdom, supporting organizations such as Sickle Cell Aid Foundation, Project Pink Blue, Crisis, and Safe Passage International.
Awards[edit]
- Global Student Impact Award Winner (Nottingham Trent University, 2017)
- LGBTQ+ Undergraduate of the Year 2022 (United Kingdom)
- Sheila McKechnie Award (United Kingdom)
- Princess Diana Award recipient (United Kingdom)
- Attitude Pride Icon Awards (United Kingdom)
- National Student Pride Award (United Kingdom)
- University of East London Alumni Achievement Awards (United Kingdom)
- Guinness World Record for Greatest Distance Covered by an Individual Walking/Running "backwards" in 24 hours (United Kingdom, 2024)
References[edit]
- ↑ https://www.attitude.co.uk/life/refugees-world-record-attempt-for-walking-backwards-highlights-backwards-opinions-towards-lgbtq-people-459482/ Article on refugees' world record attempt for walking backwards highlights "backwards opinions" towards LGBTQ+ people] - Retrieved from attitude.co.uk
- ↑ https://www.attitude.co.uk/life/refugees-world-record-attempt-for-walking-backwards-highlights-backwards-opinions-towards-lgbtq-people-459482/ Article on refugees' world record attempt for walking backwards highlights "backwards opinions" towards LGBTQ+ people] - Retrieved from attitude.co.uk
- ↑ https://mordiibefoundation.com/
- Article on Mordi's' world record attempt for walking backwards highlights "backwards opinions" towards LGBTQ+ people - Retrieved from attitude.co.uk
- YouTube "Joel Mordi Guinness World Record Attempt Announcement." Retrieved from (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwkedf-tw1E).
- Article on Joel Mordi receiving the Princess Diana Award - Retrieved from york.ac.uk
- Podcast on Joel Mordi's activism - Retrieved from bbc.co.uk
- Information on the Diana Award Legacy Award - Retrieved from diana-award.org.uk
- Article on refugee world record attempt for walking - Retrieved from uk.style.yahoo.com
- Article on acid attack on family - Retrieved from liverpoolecho.co.uk
- Article on LGBT refugee attempting world record - Retrieved from ground.news
- Article on Joel Mordi winning the LGBT Undergraduate of the Year - Retrieved from uel.ac.uk
- Information on the LGBT Undergraduate of the Year award - Retrieved from careers.cliffordchance.com
- Video on Joel Mordi's advocacy work - Retrieved from youtube.com
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