Our Global Change Ambassadors

  • Saksham Bansal - India

    Pursuing a BS in Electrical Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology with a strong focus on leveraging technology for environmental sustainability and social impact. Through hands-on engineering projects and global initiatives including water conservation and assistive technologies, he aims to develop scalable real world solutions that drive meaningful change.

  • Harim Kim - New Zealand

    Real estate agent, board member of the Citizens Advice Bureau for Auckland, and former member of the Justice and Foreign Policy Committees of the NZ Labour Party, with a passion for providing clear guidance, justice, and fair public policy for communities. 

  • Ellie Marie Payne - UK

    Ellie is a London-based music professional with experience in performance, live events, and artist development. As a vocalist, vocal coach, and founder of LiveWorks Presents, she champions emerging talent through grassroots music nights. She’s worked with major players like Live Nation and mentors young artists as they grow in confidence and navigate the music industry.

  • Helena Donato-Sapp - USA

    A 14-year-old scholar, activist, artist, fierce feminist and sought-after keynote speaker in the field of education.

  • Erica Jean - UK

    Singer, songwriter and performer supporting charities like Warchild UK, Cancer Research and St Richards Hospice through her music.

  • Erfan Firouzi - Australia/UAE

    Erfan Firouzi is a passionate environmental advocate, researcher, and educator dedicated to wildlife conservation, climate action, and sustainable development.

  • Nabilah Chowdhury - Australia

    Nabilah is a  passionate young environmental advocate from Australia, dedicated to conservation, ecosystem management, and empowering communities to protect natural spaces.

  • Zunaira Waheed - Oman

    High school student, young author and motivational speaker. Author of ‘That Night’.

  • Emmanuel Mirus Ponon - Philippines

    Founder and Chairperson of the ASEAN Youth Advocates Network and currently working as the Deputy Executive Director for Experto PlayLabs International Consultancy Inc.

  • Murshidul Alam Bhuiyan - Bangladesh

    Founder, Team Bertho, a platform where he compiled stories and knowledge of different individuals globally & made them available to everyone.

  • Ishaan Shah - UK

    Founder, Stolen Dreams, a platform for people (children and young adults especially) to engage with and learn how they can get involved in the fight against slavery.

  • Amy Meek - UK

    Co founder, Kids Against Plastic (KAP) aiming to help young people (and not so young people) to learn about environmental issues such as plastic pollution and the Climate Crisis. Through free resources, initiatives and the awesome KAP Club, we try to inspire and empower others into action.

  • Ella Meek - UK

    Co founder, Kids Against Plastic (KAP) aiming to help young people (and not so young people) to learn about environmental issues such as plastic pollution and the Climate Crisis. Through free resources, initiatives and the awesome KAP Club, we try to inspire and empower others into action.

  • Pooja Kylasa - USA

    Is a singer, songwriter, musician, actress, model, nail artist and philanthropist.

  • Tia Chauhan - UK

    Student at University of Birmingham | Client Services Manager at Beyond Bamboo | Sustainability and Social Impact Coordinator at Trash Gxng.

  • Nitya Lohiya - India

    A dynamic 12-year-old tennis player, globally published author, and business enthusiast, stands as the visionary founder of "It Matters," a groundbreaking platform committed to illuminating the significance of mental well-being among the younger generation.

  • Moi Marquez - UAE

    Founder of EmpowerED. Our mission is to transform education so that we can make turning your ideas into impact an accessible opportunity for all. Through our upcoming free resource hub, The Better Tomorrow Club, and initiatives like impact scholarships and our changemaker retreat, the Human & Honest Residency, we want to empower the next generation with the values, skills, support, and opportunities to address the global challenges they care about worldwide.

  • Killian Glemas - UK

    A Live Events Management student at ICMP. Over the past three years, he has moved from aspiring novice to an active promoter, organizing shows through his company Somber Discos and managing artists under New Label New Danger.

  • Nathamon "Hilight" Silprachawong - Thailand

    A student leader and social impact advocate based in Bangkok, Thailand, with a strong focus on addressing education inequity. Currently serving as the Executive Producer of Students Incorporated, a student-led podcast, and is the founder of Source of Success, a youth platform amplifying changemakers and bridging the rural–urban education divide.

  • Jato Sonita - Cameroon

    Singer, advocate for children, environmental and climate change activist and award-winning youth influencer. Leader of the Forest Children.

  • Mahmadur Rahman Nayeem - Bangladesh

    When Nayeem learnt about his rights at a child forum, he realised he was a victim of child labour and abuse. Now he’s fighting for a future where every child’s rights are respected.

  • Splendour Joe King - Nigeria

    Splendour is a widely respected humanitarian and peace advocate known for her long commitment to fostering peaceful coexistence, social justice, and solidarity among people across the world.

  • Mercy Muwanguzi - Uganda

    Mercy Muwanguzi is a computer science student and passionate advocate for education and technology. She empowers communities through projects like Mwalimu Kwa Walimu and the UV Light Rover, focusing on innovation, youth empowerment, and transforming education for a sustainable future.

  • Sohail Zulfiqar - India

    The Footpath School is a grassroots initiative dedicated to educating and empowering underprivileged children living on the streets. It provides basic education, moral guidance, and holistic support, addressing issues like exploitation, hygiene, and emotional well-being. Through community-driven efforts, the school fosters values of equality, justice, and interfaith harmony, enabling children to break free from systemic barriers and build brighter futures.

  • Averina Suwana - Indonesia

    A medical doctor and founder of Indonesia Sehat, a youth-led foundation dedicated to improving healthcare access and education in underserved areas of Indonesia.

  • Ibrahim Muhammad Bello - Nigeria

    Medical doctor with a background in HIV response. Founder of Hope for HER, an initiative addressing gender-based violence through the provision of education to young vulnerable girls, vocational training to the victims and advocacy against it to young male students.

  • Blaise Fonguh - Cameroon

    Founder of WeGrowFish, Blaise empowers communities through sustainable fish farming while leveraging data science and technology to drive impactful solutions for Africa's challenges.

  • Bhakti Venkatesh Hegde - UAE

    A 14-year-old environmentalist and young eco-entrepreneur who leads the initiative Little Eco-Footprint. She turns waste into meaningful products and uses her creativity to inspire sustainable living. Bhakti has taken part in over 70 pop-up stalls, where she shares her upcycled items and spreads awareness about reducing waste. Through these stalls, she has supported causes such as cancer patients, rural education, the Big Heart Foundation, and blue-collar workers, turning her passion into real community impact.

  • Claudia Robinson - Australia

    Claudia Robinson is a passionate solicitor and human rights advocate dedicated to advancing equity, justice, and social inclusion. Claudia’s legal work is focused on supporting marginalised communities and fostering systemic change

  • Musa Ibrahim - Nigeria

     A development practitioner with expertise in public health, policy advocacy, protection, and empowerment services, working in partnership with communities, civil society, and government institutions to advance maternal and child health, fistula care and prevention, disability-inclusive healthcare, and youth development in Nigeria. He targets women, girls, PWDs, and other vulnerable groups.

  • Heritage Sanmi-Lawal - UK

    Gender and International Development Consultant with an unwavering dedication to community development and gender equality, over seven transformative years.

    Through her non-profit, Her Dream Initiative, Heritage has engaged over 4,000 women and girls across 21 countries via podcasts, articles, advocacy campaigns, and outreach programs including launching the Sexual Violence Survivor Guide, aimed at educating girls on sexual violence reporting and curbing rape culture.

  • Maya Nanan - Trinidad and Tobago

    A youth advocate and founder of the Autism Siblings and Friends Network (ASFN). Recognized internationally for her work in inclusion and community development, she focuses on creating supportive spaces for children and young people with autism and special needs. Maya continues to lead impactful initiatives that inspire dialogue, empowerment, and meaningful change across Trinidad and Tobago and the globe.

  • Lucile Morehouse - USA

    A 15 year old Oklahoma State 4-H Ambassador from Oklahoma. She created a service project that focuses on saving pollinators. Through donations and grants she packages pollinator seed packets and gives them away for free. 

  • Tolani Olawore - Nigeria

    A passionate community and programs professional, climate activist, and youth development expert. She is also the founder of Eco-Ed Connect, an organisation dedicated to climate education in schools and raising the next generation of environmental stewards.

  • Samantha Fung - Canada/Netherlands

    Founder of Music For Every Child - a charity dedicated towards youth mobilization and changing lives of children with special needs through the power of music. Currently running continuous weekly music therapy programs in 40 schools across 9 cities. 

  • Chapman Shum - UK/Hong Kong

    A 14-year-old blind and neurodiverse pianist. He earned the ARSM Diploma in Piano Performance at just 13 years old. As a member of the National Open Youth Orchestra, Chapman uses his music to inspire others, advocate for inclusivity, and support charitable causes.

  • Sakina Aliasger - Sri Lanka/Australia

    A software engineer, graphic designer, entrepreneur, and founder of a retail tech startup that built a software fitting room assistant to enhance in-store shopping experiences. She also leads Code4Her Future, a volunteer initiative empowering females to learn how to code. She strives to create a more inclusive community and bridge the existing technology gap.

  • Ezekiel Roman - South Africa

    A pioneering entrepreneur and global youth leader, recognized as the visionary behind House of Romay Global, a multi-brand concierge and management group valued at over $500 million. Operating across the UK, South Africa, USA, Brazil, New Zealand, Dubai, and Vietnam, he has built a worldwide ecosystem spanning luxury, wellness, property, concierge, and creative industries.

  • Emilee Schevers - Canada

    A passionate disability advocate and Co-Founder of Tru Faces, an online community for individuals with disabilities to connect, share their stories and create disability awareness. Through sharing her own experiences being legally blind, her goal is to empower others and bring light to issues faced within the disability community.

  • Yernar Arynov - Kazakhstan

    A 15-year-old high school student from Kazakhstan, deeply passionate about change, leadership, and networking. He is currently developing an education project that integrates Machine Learning into teacher assessments to enhance learning outcomes.

  • Inkar Yertuganova - Kazakhstan

    Founder of Unity Talks Club, a school-based initiative that empowers students through debate, diplomacy, and civic engagement. She also leads Unity Talks: Youth in Action EcoProject, connecting environmental awareness with youth-led change.

  • Reuben Cottrell - UK

    Founder of Fyah Kamp – a platform empowering young people through creative arts to build industry-ready portfolios in music, media, and immersive arts.

  • Maju Crecencio

    A 12-year-old Black Brazilian prodigy and MENSA Brasil member, nationally known for her appearance on Pequenos Gênios (TV Globo). A young filmmaker, winner of the Peace Day Prize (Japan) and a UNESCO Portugal award, She also founded #LendoComMaju, a literacy and racial equity initiative using education to uplift her community.

  • Camila Novales - Guatemala

    Science communicator and founder of BeyondSight, a Latin American–born space science communication organization with a vision that reaches worldwide. Her work makes astronomy accessible, human, and inspiring, inviting people everywhere to discover what is beyond sight.

  • Sarah Kittoe - UK

    An award-winning author and philanthropist who aims to transform her literary platform into a catalyst for global social change. From revitalizing libraries in Ghana to supporting local UK charities, she is dedicated to bridging educational gaps and currently launching a foundation focused on educating to empower, grow and sustain communities.

  • Ashley Siddiqui - USA

    A software engineer, five-time author, and social impact founder dedicated to building and sustaining technology-driven solutions for education and global equity, while using storytelling to challenge systems and spark change. She founded a STEM nonprofit school in Bangladesh and hosts a podcast exploring innovation, identity, and social impact.

  • Josh Roberts - UK

    Founder member of Hope Productions, a TAPE project which led to the creation of the Supporting Shorts initiative. He is a BFI Film Academy alumni and sits on the TAPE Board of Trustees. Josh’s love of filmmaking is matched by his passion for change and the creation of opportunities for other people.

Global Change Mentors