Our Global Change Ambassadors
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Remarkable Mary Akpan - Nigeria
Founder of ForHer - aimed at addressing the issues of literacy and poverty confronting girls in Nigeria.
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Saksham Bansal - India
Creator of AatmaNirbhar Railway project aimed at conserving 7.3 billion liters of AC condensed water annually.
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Ally Zlatar - UK
Founder of The Starving Artist, empowering individuals to process and share experiences through visual arts, fostering self-reflection, verbal communication, and literary competency.
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Keith Richard Kwagala - Uganda
Creator of a portable medical device that helps in the early detection of stroke and heart conditions.
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Harim Kim - New Zealand
New Zealand Labour Party, served as a member of the Justice Policy Committee and the Foreign Policy Committee.
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Simone Sharma - India
Founder of non-profit Youth Grow Youth, empowering youth and promoting equal opportunities through online platforms.
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Anya Bess - UK
Graphic designer, innovator and entrepreneur with a passion for branding specializing in the areas of brand identity, strategy, packaging, editorial and web design.
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Sabera Sayeed - Afghanistan
Founder of TAIB Education Foundation. The foundation which has been active for more than a year in the field of education of Afghan girls.
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Zoe Henderson - UK
Working on a program called Future 17 whilst studying BA Geography at Exeter University.
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Chido Munyaka - Zimbabwe
Leading the development of evidence-based sport programs that go beyond physical training.
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Ellie Marie Payne - UK
Singer/songwriter in her final year studying Music Business and Entrepreneurship at The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance.
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Arjya Srestha Aich - Bangladesh
Created a robot that purifies every single source of water including ponds, rivers, canals, salty sea water into pure drinkable water.
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Chiteu Kasonga - Zimbabwe
Founder and executive director of EasyZambia, he spearheads initiatives that empower Zambian youth.
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Dhanni Singhal - India
Founder of Young Artiste, India's largest online Arts education platform.
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Helena Donato-Sapp - USA
A 14-year-old scholar, activist, artist, fierce feminist and sought-after keynote speaker in the field of education.
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Erica Jean - UK
Singer, songwriter and performer supporting charities like Warchild UK, Cancer Research and St Richards Hospice through her music.
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Srijanita Maurya - India
Founder of 'The Animal Patronage,' a youth-led organization dedicated to animal welfare.
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Faith Dickinson - Canada
Founder of Cuddles for Cancer. Fleece tie blankets are made and given to those in need of a ‘cuddle', including cancer patients.
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Anna Dacam - UK
A sustainability professional currently working to promote sustainability in the travel and tourism industry.
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Phoebe Coles - Cyprus
Founder of two social actions groups, Vicinus, and Bubble Out. Raised money for victims of forest fires, domestic abuse survivors, refugees and migrants in Cyprus.
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Lucas Tejedor - Brazil
A passionate activist that has worked on a number of innovative projects over the years aimed at helping the environment.
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Zoe Miller - UK
Zoë Miller is the founder and director of southeast London-based start-up Bloody Brilliant Pads or otherwise known as BB Pads.
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Erfan Firouzi - UAE
A researcher, Naturalist, Conservationist, Public speaker, Storyteller and environmentalist.
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Nabilah Chowdhury - Australia
A climate activist and works towards making a better environment for both us as humans and animals.
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Zunaira Waheed - Oman
High school student, young author and motivational speaker. Author of ‘That Night’.
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Sorochi Eze-Uzomaka - UK
Founder and CEO of Mentorship Studio, her goal is to reimagine education and create a platform that is tailored to the needs and desires of students in Gen Z.
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Emmanuel Mirus Ponon - Manila
Founder and Chairperson of the ASEAN Youth Advocates Network and currently working as the Deputy Executive Director for Experto PlayLabs International Consultancy Inc.
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Avye Couloute - UK
Student & a multi-award-winning tech maker, social entrepreneur, female tech advocate, workshop leader, and the founder of Girls Into Coding.
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Sm Sammam Sakti Ibn Sahadat- Bangladesh
Founding Director of Youth Army 4 Change and running a program named "Education 4 All" across 12 countries all over the globe.
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Nasreen Zankawah - Ghana
Author, journalist and entrepreneur. Amlumna of the Ghana Institute of Journalism and currently pursuing a degree in law at the University of Ghana.
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Murshidul Alam Bhuiyan - Bangladesh
Founder, Team Bertho, a platform where he compiled stories and knowledge of different individuals globally & made them available to everyone.
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Arnold Nyendwa - Zambia
An entrepreneur and inventor who pioneered the first stainless steel stove and Drycleanable pillows in Africa.
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Miran Bhima - USA
Founder, Strive2Thrive Edu, working in developing countries around the world to help underserved communities gain access to education.
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Joreen Wanini - Kenya
Joreen Brands engages youth and women farmers in rural areas and actively builds their capacities through trainings in apiary management and operations including sustainable harvesting.
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Klea Korro - Albania
Elected by HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco as a laureate, being the youngest person in the Balkans to fight for zero plastics leading a plastic free actions network consisting of about 7 Universities.
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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.
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Amy Meek - UK
Co-founder, Kids Against Plastic, inspiring school children, engaging politicians, business leaders and academics, and motivating families, cafés, businesses and people to become Plastic Clever.
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Ella Meek - UK
Co-founder, Kids Against Plastic, inspiring school children, engaging politicians, business leaders and academics, and motivating families, cafés, businesses and people to become Plastic Clever.
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Hasan & Shereen Zafar - Pakistan
They set up The Street School in Karachi which runs alongside the slums to support the children who roam the streets selling tissue papers and begging.
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Eden Benibo - Nigeria
Eden is a multiple award-winning Creative who is result oriented and believes in producing evergreen projects with impacts that transcend the sand of time.
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Dimathalia Rizk - UK
Social Entrepreneur, Human Rights activist and Founder of TEAM DIMA Global a community organisation that inspires young people to build sustainable projects.
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Abbie Barnes - UK
Abbie is a semi-professional filmmaker specialising in the production of adventure expedition documentaries and wildlife conservation films.
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Rafi Bakhtiar - Afghanistan
Activist for education, social activities and participation in important dialogues that are related to youth.
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Natalie Asatryan - USA
Natalie Asatryan became a certified yoga teacher at 13 years old - which makes her the youngest certified female yoga teacher in America.
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Pooja Kylasa - USA
Is a singer, songwriter, musician, actress, model, nail artist and philanthropist.
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Alicia Serratos - USA
Activist, wrestler and Girl Scout. She starred in the documentary The Need to Grow, has been involved in numerous projects and volunteers her time to different causes.
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Mallayka Oddenyo - Kenya
Her project is collecting plastics and recycling them into various beautiful products. She also organizes cleanups in various places such as across the Lake Victoria.
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Ariya shah - UK
From a very early age making music on the piano and putting words to my melodies became second nature and was a creative outlet.
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Yukta Ramanan - USA
Executive Director at Youth for Ethical Sourcing, an organization working to address sourcing from an economic supply chain, environmental, and humanitarian lens.
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Stacey Fru - South Africa
Founder The Stacey Fru Foundation that reach out to donate books, food, computers and other items to children and care homes across South Africa.
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Tia Chauhan - UK
Student at University of Birmingham | Client Services Manager at Beyond Bamboo | Sustainability and Social Impact Coordinator at Trash Gxng.
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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.
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Moi Marquez - Dubai
Study content creator redefining learning and opening opportunities for youth to explore the world, grow and show you can drive meaningful change through your work.
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Issy Macdonald - UK
Issy MacDonald is an actor, environmentalist and artist. Since the age of eight she has been exhibiting her endangered animal paintings with Art for Youth London, and more recently her photography work. She donates a percentage of all sales to charities that support various causes. Issy is currently filming on a 7-part drama for Netflix.
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Shwetal Shah - UK
Shwetal is a Customer Success Manager at Multiverse, driving digital transformation for Mars, Mercedes Benz, The City of London Corporation.
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Asma Tariq - Pakistan
An advocate for EdTech, gender equality, environmental conservation and ethical reporting as investigative journalist and leading the Pakistan Leadership School.
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James Hastings - UK
James is a filmmaker based in Hampshire. After being engulfed into the wonders of motion pictures at the age of 12 but his idol ‘Steven Spielberg’. James took his first steps making short films and now owns his own production company ‘Hastings Infinity Films’.
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Nafisah Aziz - UK
Working on the 'Future 17' program alongside Roundtable Global, whilst studying LLB Law with Business at the University of Exeter.
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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.
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Stanley Anigbogu - Nigeria
Founder and CEO of LightEd, a Clean Energy organization dedicated to transforming electronic and plastic waste into sustainable energy solutions and products for off-grid communities.
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Nathamon "Hilight" Silprachawong - Thailand
Hilight is currently a junior at the International Community School (ICS) in Bangkok. She has distinguished herself as a rising leader among her peers through her roles as a founder of Source of Success (SOS) and House of Healers (HOH).
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Aaliyah Glasgow - UK
A mentor, innovator, and facilitator with 9+ years of experience in youth work, community engagement, alumni networks, and career progression support. As the co-founder of Dipped In Creativity Engagement she is passionate about championing young people, mental health advocacy, and using her lived experience to inspire and support others.
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Jato Sonita - Cameroon
Singer, advocate for children, environmental and climate change activist and award-winning youth influencer. Leader of the Forest Children.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Niurka Leiva Panizo - Perú
Creator of Nixderstelar, a revolutionary project that integrates advanced technology and innovation with the Inca worldview, connecting millions of people with their cultural roots while exploring the possibilities of space. Co-founder of Gemini-1, an organization dedicated to empowering young people with STEM knowledge and educational opportunities, guiding them towards a future full of possibilities.
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Bhakti Venkatesh Hegde - UAE
13 year old Eco spiritualist And Eco- entrepreneur. Founder of Little eco footprints which promotes recycling, up cycling and change of habit. Inspired over 1000 individuals to shift away from plastic.
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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
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Prince Kevin Ogoo - Sierra Leone
An agripreneur working to reduce poverty and hunger by improving local food supply chains. His USSD-based platform, Kev Connect, empowers farmers by connecting them directly to markets, enhancing their profits and livelihoods.
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Musa Ibrahim - Nigeria
Founder of Lonibu Health Development Foundation, UNICEF Generation Unlimited YPAT, Public Health Enthusiast, Policy Advocate and Development Practitioner.
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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.
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Maya Nanan - Trinidad and Tobago
Since her brother Rahul’s autism diagnosis, Maya has sought to make Trinidad and Tobago a place that is inclusive of those with autism and other special educational needs. Maya established the powerful ‘Siblings and Friends Network’, which trains youth volunteers who advocate for inclusivity and creates opportunities for individuals on the autism spectrum.
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Lucile Morehouse - USA
A 14 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.
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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.
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Md Rahmat Ali - Bangladesh
A dedicated social work activist and volunteer, have been recognized with numerous accolades, including the President H.W. Bush Points of Light Inspiration Honor Roll, the GATESOL Public Service Award, the Bronze Award from The Duke of Edinburgh International Award, and the Global Youth Award Finalist honor from RoundTable Global. Dedication extends to impactful roles such as serving as a Shadow Youth Parliamentarian with UNYSAB and as a Delegate at G20+6 MUN, demonstrating a commitment to fostering social change and youth empowerment.
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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 30 schools across 6 cities.
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Asmeail Sagheer - Yemen
Director of the Risk and Disaster Response Unit at the National Forum for Human Rights in Yemen. With a strong commitment to humanitarian work, he leads initiatives aimed at reducing the impact of disasters and crises on vulnerable communities. His work focuses on disaster preparedness, rapid response, and capacity building for resilience, actively collaborating with local and international partners.
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Kayanett Chelagat - Kenya
Founder of the Kayanett Pad Project, which she started four years ago. The project provides period supplies to support underprivileged girls in her community in Kenya. Her efforts have improved access to menstrual hygiene and helped girls stay in school.
Global Change Mentors
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Tiffany Kelly
South Africa
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Denis Murphy
UAE
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Ulpa Chauhan
UK
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Caroline Villamizar Duque
UK
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Arielle Caputo
USA
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Katherine Hudson
UK
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Pembe Tokluhan
UK
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Tanith Harding
UK
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Robin Lockhart
UK
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Catherine Taylor Dawson
Spain
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Kat Povey
UK
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Professor Ace
UK
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Adam Gill
Tanzania