Meet the IYS team

Get to know the people behind the work

Meet the team who make it all happen! Our staff are passionate about supporting young people, tackling inequality, and creating real change. Each brings their own skills and experience, but together they’re here to listen, guide, and empower you.

We were once young people too!

Deputy Director

Sadia

I’ve worked in education, pastoral care, and diversity and inclusion, and I use my experiences as a South Asian, Muslim woman to challenge inequality and amplify youth voices across Scotland. When I’m not at work, you’ll usually find me exploring the West of Scotland, reading, or catching up with family and friends.

Finance Manager

Sarah

I enjoy walking my dog, spending time with loved ones, and indulging in coffee and cake. I have a deep love for classical music - Ludovico Einaudi is my favourite, and Experience is my favourite piece. If I could give my younger self one piece of advice, it would be - only worry about things when they happen!

Education Manager

Grace

I call myself mixed race, I am half Jamaican, quarter English and quarter Irish. I am British and have lived in Scotland since I was 14. I have worked as an outdoor activity instructor in climbing and abseiling, bush craft, survival and hillwalking. I love singing and I’m in a band!

Education Officer

Hannah

Bio

Mental Health Manager

Felicity

Bio

Interim Youth Work Manager

Samir

Bio

Youth Worker

Nikhita

Bio

Youth Worker

Danny

Bio

Youth Worker

Anise

Bio

Meet the IYS team

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