Halima Dolif

Program Coordinator

Your go-to coach for all things the movement! From one-on-one pep talks to dazzling newsletters, she ensures everyone’s learning journey is as inspiring as it is impactful

Maria Gitau

Program Coordinator

Part mentor, part event maestro! She orchestrates workshops, connects networks, and sprinkles magic on every milestone to make the movement shine brighter

Fadi Salahedin

YPAR & Public‑Scholarship co-lead

From research design to ethical fieldwork, he guides youth through participatory inquiry with rigor and care, turning projects into credible, community-grounded evidence. He works closely with partners to ensure methods, ethics, and outcomes remain practical and trustworthy.

Cameron Keighron

YPAR & Public‑Scholarship co-lead

From community voices to public storytelling, Cameron supports youth to share research ethically and responsibly, shaping narratives that respect consent and context. Their work ensures lived experience is transformed into accessible scholarship with integrity and care.

Okidi Patrovas Gabriel

AI‑System, Wellness, Safeguarding & Accessibility co-lead

From intelligent tracking systems to safe, inclusive participation, he anchors both the technical backbone and human care of the movement, ensuring every youth is supported, heard, and able to thrive.

Ángel Solís

AI‑System, Wellness, Safeguarding & Accessibility co-lead

Working at the intersection of technology and well-being, he supports AI-enabled systems and human-centred safeguards that strengthen accountability, accessibility, and safe participation for young people across diverse contexts.

Faiza Arshad

Recruitment & Learning co-lead

From inclusive outreach to fair selection, she anchors the recruitment process with care and integrity, ensuring every young person has an equal chance to join and thrive within the movement.

 

Harunah Damba

Recruitment & Learning co-lead

From targeted outreach to transparent selection, he stewards the recruitment process with fairness and care, ensuring each cohort reflects the movement’s diversity and inclusion goals. He works with partners to verify eligibility and support smooth, well-prepared onboarding.

Steve Mwangangi

Coaching & Mentoring co-lead

From targeted outreach to transparent selection, he stewards the recruitment process with fairness and care, ensuring each cohort reflects the movement’s diversity and inclusion goals. He works with partners to verify eligibility and support smooth, well-prepared onboarding.

Mahugnon Samuel Ahossouhe

Coaching & Mentoring co-lead

Samuel leads group coaching, peer circles, and reflective spaces that foster collective growth, integrating wellness, leadership, and confidence-building. They work closely with the wellness lead to support whole-person development, centering care, trust, and sustained growth.

David Niyitanga

Climate Impact Leader

David Niyitanga, an expert in community resilience, climate change, and food security, focuses on sustainable development, youth-led initiatives, and research. He is a consultant and advocate for community-driven development.

Hellen Wanyora Irungu

Climate Impact Leader

Hellen, a climate justice advocate and legal professional, focuses on equitable policies for vulnerable communities, especially women and girls. She leads research, grassroots advocacy, and policy design, aiming to address climate inequalities in Africa.

Samantha Katsande

Program Manager

A passionate advocate for mental health and youth empowerment, she is committed to promoting wellness and mentoring the next generation. With expertise in stakeholder engagement and project management, she ensures every initiative she leads leaves a meaningful impact.

Phil Mlanda

Tech Leader & Mentor

A global changemaker, Phil blends service development with cutting-edge tech leadership. From software engineering to sustainable development, he empowers young innovators through paNhari, driving impact in communities worldwide.

Donald Bodzo

Executive Director - paNhari

A visionary leader and mentor, Donald is passionate about empowering young changemakers. As paNhari’s co-founder, he has dedicated his career to coaching the next generation, helping them drive impact in climate tech, ethical AI, public health, and more. His work sparks leadership, innovation, and community-driven change.

Lorlene Hoyt

Executive Director - Talloires Network Secretariat

Dr. Lorlene Hoyt is a Research Professor in the Department of Urban and Environmental Policy and Planning, a Research Professor at the Tisch College of Civic Life and the Executive Director of the Talloires Network of Engaged Universities.

 

 

Caitlin O’Donnell

Senior Program Administrator - Talloires Network Secretariat

Caitlin O’Donnell is a Senior Program Administrator at the Talloires Network of Engaged Universities. She is committed to sustainability, building networks, and entrepreneurial problem-solving. She holds an MBA in Sustainable Business, and has led programs at Bard College and OSUN.

 

 

 

Velina Batchvarov

Program Manager - Talloires Network Secretariat

Velina Batchvarov is the Program Manager at the Talloires Network of Engaged Universities. She has a background in university program and grant management, student success initiatives, marketing, and public-private partnerships. Prior to joining the Talloires Network, she worked at the University of Massachusetts Boston as a grants and program manager and student success program coordinator.