The journey
Every step, every stage, every voice along the way.
2023
University of Derby
Graduated, and kept going
Cap, gown, and the start of a platform.
graduation day 2026
University of Derby
Began PhD research
Investigating post-diagnostic support for autistic adults.
the poster Emma's PhD, which began in January 2026 in the College of Science and Engineering at the University of Derby, investigates how aftercare following an autism diagnosis in adulthood can be improved.
It uses a mixed-methods approach to explore personalised post-diagnostic support.
- Began in January 2026
- A mixed-methods investigation of personalised post-diagnostic support
- Presented at the University of Derby PhD poster event, April 2026
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first keynote 
2026
Miss Nottinghamshire & Derbyshire GB
Miss Derbyshire Finalist
My very first pageant Miss Derbyshire Nottinghamshire GB I didn’t place, but it started a whole journey that changed so much for me. And this was only the beginning
swimwear round 2026
Pageant Queen UK
Official sponsor announced
Printlogik Ltd became Emma's official sponsor.
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the big reveal 2026
Miss Pageant Queen UK
National finalist
On the national stage, representing Derbyshire.
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national final Months of preparation came down to one weekend in Birmingham: interviews, a charity showcase and the evening final itself.
Emma used every moment on stage to talk about neurodiversity and mental health, and to show that the platform can carry a serious message with warmth.
- Represented Derbyshire
- Spoke on stage about autism acceptance
What the final taught me →backed by sponsors 
2026
Rethink Mental Illness
Spoke for Rethink Mental Illness
A motivational speech for the mental health charity.
on the mic
And the next chapter…
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