Discover Brenda Agbaire’s Inspiring Journey
Explore the heartfelt story of Brume Brenda Agbaire, whose dedication and lived experience as a carer inspired the founding of Out of Ashes—a community built on empowerment, resilience, and healing for carers and those they support.
Meet Our Founder
Explore her passionate story driving our mission forward.
Brume Brenda Agbaire is the founder of Out of Ashes CIC and a passionate advocate for inclusion.
Brume is a woman of many talents and experiences. She holds a degree in Economics and is a fashion entrepreneur, carer trainer, and community leader. She has served in various leadership roles, including as the former Chairman of Nigerians in Watford.
Beyond her professional achievements, Brume is an unpaid carer to her 26-year old son who has a learning disability. Her personal journey has been shaped by overcoming multiple traumas, including experiences of discrimination, rejection, and loss.
These lived experiences have inspired her deep commitment to supporting others. Brume is dedicated to helping individuals from minority groups who are facing similar challenges — regardless of their religion, background, or race — ensuring they feel seen, supported, and empowered.
Brume Brenda Agbaire
Founder & Visionary, Out of Ashes
Inspirational Journeys from Our Founder’s Community
Discover Brume Brenda Agbaire’s path to creating a foundation that empowers carers and nurtures resilience step by step.
The Vision Behind Out of Ashes’ Impact
Out of Ashes was born from my own journey as a carer — a journey that taught me the true meaning of resilience.
Through that experience, I learned how to create beauty from difficult moments and to find purpose even in pain.
I founded Out of Ashes to give others that same opportunity: to rise, rebuild, and rediscover their inner strength.
More than just a program, Out of Ashes is a community of healing and creativity, where people come together to reconnect with themselves, build confidence, and find hope again.
This story reveals how Brenda’s experience as a carer inspired a community focused on healing, empowerment, and support.
Building Hope Through Compassionate Care
Many people didn’t know I was an unpaid carer until they saw me on stage with my son, Vwede at the Electric Umbrella BGT Golden Buzzer 2025 performance.
After that moment, I found carers naturally gravitating towards me — curious about how I manage to wear so many hats: wife, mother, business entrepreneur, community leader, minister of God, carer trainer, and more.
Out of Ashes was born from my willingness to share my own journey — a journey marked by pain, perseverance, and faith.
Through it, I found purpose in inspiring others, offering hope and comfort to those walking a similar path.
My story is a reminder that even in the darkest seasons, beauty, strength, and purpose can rise from the ashes.
Kesiena Banye
Adviser
Aghogho Agbaire
Digital Director and Editor
Ichechi Sandra Aya
Volunteer
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