CO-FOUNDER & DIRECTOR

Pip began her work in humanitarian education in 2017 at Kutupalong Refugee Camp in Bangladesh. With a strong passion for gender equality and human rights, she brings over seven years of experience working with displaced communities in Australia and internationally. Her focus has been on increasing access to education and healthcare for refugee girls and women.

She holds a Bachelor of Humanitarian and Development Studies and is currently pursuing a Master of Global Health.

Pip is dedicated to empowering refugee girls through Maiya School’s projects, providing them with a safe space and opportunities to improve their life outcomes, build confidence, and advocate for themselves.

PROGRAMME IMPLEMENTATION MANAGER

Jui has been working with marginalised communities in Bangladesh since 2019, including women, individuals in remote areas, and those affected by climate change.

She brings extensive experience in project implementation, communications, and community engagement, with a strong commitment to advancing girls' education, gender equality, and climate resilience.

Jui understands the social and cultural barriers Rohingya girls face in accessing education. She believes Maiya School offers a safe and supportive space where girls can learn with confidence, develop leadership skills, and realise their potential. She hopes that through Maiya School, these girls will be empowered to become changemakers within their community and beyond.

VOLUNTEER FIELD ADVISOR

Samuda has been working with the Rohingya community in Cox's Bazar for over 7 years, and is a passionate and well-respected advocate for the community. Samuda has extensive work experience in project management and human rights research.

Samuda is acutely aware of the challenges posed by low levels of education in the Rohingya community. As girls don't feel comfortable to study with boys, Maiya School is a key solution. Samuda hopes and believes that through Maiya School, girls can be inspired, empowered and confident, so that they can help change and develop themselves, as well as their community.

PARTNERSHIPS & DONOR RELATIONS

Seb has been an ad-hoc advisor and committed advocate for Maiya School since its inception. Before joining Maiya School in a more formal role, Seb was an accomplished account and relationship manager in the corporate technology field.

With a strong passion for human rights advocacy and extensive experience in customer engagement, Seb is dedicated to elevating Maiya School through exceptional donor relations and strategic partnerships.

For enquiries on how you or your organisation can elevate your support for Maiya School, please contact Seb at seb@maiyaschool.org

RESEARCH INTERN

Samiha is a dedicated advocate for human rights and gender equality, holding a Master's degree in Law (LLM) with Merit from University College London, specialising in International Law. Their passion for justice led them to explore issues such as sexual violence in conflict.

As Social Media Officer at the Refugee Crisis Foundation, Samiha led a groundbreaking campaign on Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh. They also contribute as a Volunteer Author for Legal Compass.

Currently, Samiha is collaborating with Maiya School to research the gendered impacts of displacement. Fluent in Bangla and Bengali, they bring a global perspective and unwavering commitment to empowering adolescent girls through education.