“I am all about Educating, Inspiring and activating the minds of young people to go above and beyond”.
About Danielle Babatunde
What is her passion?
Danielle Babatunde (formerly Danielle Rockson) is deeply passionate about empowering young people to transcend limitations and achieve their fullest potential. Her passion began during her studies in Sociology at A-levels in 2012, where she became acutely aware of the disparities in educational outcomes among young ethnic minority students, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Danielle was deeply moved by the social inequalities that restricted their opportunities and achievements, with many becoming confined to the limitations society placed upon them.
This realisation sparked a lifelong commitment to reforming not just the institutions of education, but the broader concept of education itself—by encouraging young people to go beyond the boundaries set by their environment, to strive for excellence, and to break free from self-limiting beliefs. Her mission is to educate, inspire, and activate the minds of young people, encouraging them to surpass societal expectations and harness their potential for positive change.
Academic Qualifications
Danielle’s passion for educational reform led her to pursue a degree in Politics and Sociology at the University of Manchester, where she graduated in 2016. She then went on to complete a Master’s Degree in Policy Studies in Education at University College London (UCL), graduating in 2018. In 2020, she furthered her commitment to education by earning a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) from UCL, equipping her with the tools to make a meaningful impact in both the classroom and the wider education system.
What does she do?
Danielle Babatunde is a highly respected Educator, Public Speaker, and Consultant. As the Founder and Director of Transcend Movement, Transcend Education, and DBEC (Danielle Babatunde Education Consultancy), Danielle is dedicated to transforming the educational landscape for young people, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
- Transcend Movement: Through this youth movement, Danielle empowers young people to overcome life’s barriers and lead with purpose, using the vehicle of arts and gospel production to inspire and uplift. Over the past three years, the movement has reached more than 1,000 young people across the United Kingdom, organising seven impactful productions.
- Transcend Education: Danielle is the driving force behind Transcend Education, an organisation dedicated to enhancing educational outcomes and promoting social mobility for disadvantaged youth across multiple countries. Through Transcend Education, Danielle collaborates with schools, communities, and organizations to support educational advancement and empower youth to build better futures. Notably, Transcend Education has trained over 600 teachers in just three months, with a particular focus on Nigeria and West Africa.
- DBEC (Danielle Babatunde Education Consultancy): As a consultant, Danielle provides expert guidance to individuals seeking to unlock their full potential through services like career development, university application support, and personal goal-setting. DBEC’s mission is to help individuals, especially young people, navigate their educational journeys and career paths, ensuring they are equipped with the skills and mindset needed to succeed.
In all her work, Danielle is driven by a single goal: to inspire young people to go beyond their circumstances, rise above societal expectations, and take active steps toward realising their dreams. Through Transcend Movement, Transcend Education, and DBEC, she remains dedicated to creating a brighter, more equitable future for youth across the globe.