OUR BOARD OF TRUSTEES
We envision a future where women are recognised as thought-leaders and innovators, shaping solutions in their families and communities for greater equality.
Chair Ruth Szabo-Khalastchi
Ruth is an international lawyer who spent a considerable part of her career working for the United Nations, the World Health Organization, and other international organizations. She now mediates workplace disputes, advises on harassment and discrimination claims and the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse.
Treasurer Pegah Manteghi
Pegah is Global Head of Digital Business Strategy & Programme Management at HSBC. Her expertise lies in organisational development, leadership, people management, digital transformation and business strategy.
Secretary Hannah Wheatley
Hannah is a development and partnerships specialist with over 12 years of experience within the social impact sector, developing strategic partnerships with HNWI philanthropists, governments, and foundations to deliver positive change in low and middle- income countries.
Trustee Peri-Khan Aqrawi-Whitcomb
Peri-Khan specializes in sustainable development policies and international affairs, focusing on the Middle East and the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Since 2011, she has been running PXConsultancy providing services in international affairs, socio-economic development, policy liaison, humanitarian crisis management, sustainable energy, climate action, security, and business development.
Trustee Sayran Barzani
Sayran is a Kurdish American jewellery designer and artist. Community-building through art and design is very important in her work, specifically highlighting Kurdish beauty, culture and history. Her mission is to weave her educational background into international studies, development and humanitarian work with art, creation and sustainability.