The Ffion Miles Music Bursary was set up in 2022 in memory of the former CHECT member and her love of music, and her commitment to helping those who had also suffered from retinoblastoma, and a visual impairment.
This year was the third year the Bursary has been awarded. As in previous years, it was incredibly difficult to choose between the applications we received. However, at their latest meeting, the CHECT trustees have selected Leah Braik to receive this year’s bursary.
Leah is ten years old and was diagnosed with bilateral Rb when she was five months old. She currently attends a specialist school for children with a visual impairment. Despite her daily struggles (in addition to being severely sight impaired, Leah also has autism), she is a talented pianist and also plays the violin. Her parents will use the Bursary to buy Leah a piano so that she can continue her love of music outside of school.
Well done Leah from all of us at CHECT. We look forward to hearing your piano skills!