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WHO WE ARE

Global Rights Defenders is run by our incredible group of Volunteers. Each individual devotes their time and efforts towards making our projects happen. Meet the GRD team below.

TEAM MEMBERS.

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Rai Friedman

Founder & CEO

rai@globalrightsdefenders.org

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Raheela Khan

Director, Strategic Planning

raheela@globalrightsdefenders.org

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Nathalie V Martin

Director, Communications

nathalie@globalrightsdefenders.org

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Hayley Dick

Program Officer

hayley@globalrightsdefenders.org

Emanuel Garavello

Senior Policy Advisor

emanuel@globalrightsdefenders.org

Seyi Somefun

Policy & Research Advisor 

seyi@globalrightsdefenders.org

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Luwam Mebrahtu

Communications Advisor

luwam@globalrightsdefenders.org

Cole Hansen

Marketing Communications Advisor

cole@globalrightsdefenders.org

Mallaika Thapar

Research Advisor

mallaika@globalrightsdefenders.org

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Cadeau Heritier

Policy & Research Assistant

cadeau@globalrightsdefenders.org

OPPORTUNITIES

Looking to Join Our Team?

See below for new and exciting opportunities to become a dedicated member.

Board of Directors

Be a leader on the GRD team. Join us as a Board of Directors

VOLUNTEER WITH US
& MAKE AN IMPACT

Apply Here
Which Department Suits You?
How Many Years of Experience do You Have in Your Preferred Department?

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