WHILE many law students spend their university years buried exclusively in textbooks, Jamaican Brianna Bell was busy handling real-world immigration and asylum cases. The Birmingham City University standout balanced legal research for vulnerable children with an internship at the Jamaican High Commission in London — all while graduating with first class honours.

It was not a path she’d anticipated, but it was a challenge she wholeheartedly accepted as her work aligned with her desire to make an impact and proudly represent Jamaica on the international stage. Reflecting on her achievements, she charged Jamaicans seeking to study abroad to never limit themselves and take full advantage of the opportunities available.

Bell shared that she left Jamaica in 2023 with a suitcase and a dream of becoming a family lawyer, a move she said she made purely for its competitive advantage. However, when she saw the numerous opportunities available for students to grow in their field of interest through volunteerism, she decided to make the most of her time in England.