Above: Dr Abiola Abimbola’s interview in Business Bulletin, September 2026.
Originally published in Business Bulletin, the magazine of Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce.
Influence Charity is pleased to share its appearance in the September 2026 edition of Business Bulletin, published by Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce.
The feature introduces Dr Abiola Abimbola, PhD, Manager of Influence Charity, and highlights the organisation’s commitment to amplifying lived experiences, addressing inequality and promoting inclusive storytelling across Scotland.
Sharing the Influence Charity story
In the interview, Dr Abimbola explains how Influence Charity works to ensure that people’s lived experiences contribute to fairer systems, better services and more inclusive decision-making.
The feature highlights the charity’s work through INFLUENCE Magazine and its Belonging Begins With a Journey initiative, which uses multicultural storytelling to capture diverse experiences and strengthen community understanding.
It also discusses the challenge of addressing inequalities across regions and services, and the opportunity to amplify minority voices through storytelling, publications and community engagement.
Building meaningful relationships
The interview recognises the importance of working with public bodies, businesses and community organisations to create more inclusive services.
Dr Abimbola also reflects on the value of Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce as a network for collaboration, knowledge-sharing and building lasting relationships.
Our thanks to Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce
Influence Charity appreciates the opportunity to share its mission with the wider business community through Business Bulletin.
We thank Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce for providing a platform to highlight the importance of lived experiences, community participation and inclusive decision-making.
Original publication: Business Bulletin, September 2026, Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce.
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