Team
SHE Changes Climate is led by a dedicated and diverse global team working across regions, including South Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Europe. Guided by an Executive Director and supported by specialists in partnership building, resource mobilization, communications, advocacy and policy, impact monitoring, and operations, the core team provides strategic leadership and essential support for the movement.
At the heart of our on-the-ground impact are the Country Leads, who drive national-level climate action. They strengthen local networks, advance country-specific priorities, and build partnerships with grassroots groups, governments, businesses, and other key stakeholders. Working closely with the global team and supported by its expertise, the Country Leads ensure cohesion, alignment, and shared purpose across all country networks, bringing SHE Changes Climate’s mission to life within their local contexts.
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Mamta Borgoyary
Executive Director
Mamta is a seasoned development professional and trained economist with over 27 years of experience across health, education, water and sanitation, rural livelihoods, and natural resource management. She is a strategic thinker and compassionate leader, dedicated to improving the lives of underprivileged women and vulnerable children by ensuring their access to healthcare, education, and sustainable livelihoods.
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Saskia Castelein
Head of Fundraising and Impact
Saskia is an international cooperation specialist with two decades of experience across the United Nations ecosystem and other global initiatives. She brings deep expertise in global health, the health-climate nexus, gender equity, partnership development, resource mobilization, and programme management. With experience in over 15 countries across Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia, she is skilled at connecting local realities with global priorities.
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Tim Boekholt
Head of Operations
Tim is a dynamic operations and communications professional with experience driving innovation and efficiency in both global and entrepreneurial settings. He co-founded TnS SNC, blending second-hand fashion with vibrant events, and is currently pursuing a Master’s in International Business Development. With strong technical skills, multilingual fluency, and a passion for impactful project management, Tim thrives in cross-cultural environments.
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Binali Suhandani
Global Partnerships and Country Networks Advisor
Binali is a purpose-driven leader with over 25 years of experience at the intersection of philanthropy, strategic communications, and social impact. As CEO of AVPN India and Strategic Advisor at Tata Trusts, she has worked with global donors and foundations to shape funding strategies, build cross-sector coalitions, and elevate underrepresented voices. Known for turning complex development issues into compelling narratives, Binali specializes in mobilizing catalytic giving and advancing causes from health and gender equity to climate resilience and education.
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Nariman Naufal
Communications Specialist
Nariman is a social media and digital communications specialist with extensive experience in humanitarian campaign management and content creation. At Kenya Red Cross, she played a key role in planning and amplifying international campaigns, supporting COVID-19 vaccination efforts, and leading photo documentation of critical relief interventions. Skilled in analytics, she has successfully driven significant audience growth and engagement across multiple platforms, leveraging data to optimize campaign impact.
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Katie Weintraub
Brazil Network Lead
Katie is a Sustainable Development Professional with 9 years of experience in social and environmental project management and partnership development. Her work is on regenerative agriculture, ecosystem restoration, and environmental education.
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Alice Durand-Reville
France Network Lead
With 18+ years of experience as a public affairs leader at global, European, and local levels, Alice has been at the forefront of sustainability and diversity issues, guiding Danone's global engagement and partnerships since 2015.
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Chetana Naskar
India Network Lead
Chetana holds a Ph.D. in gender and regional development from Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, and is a gender geographer trained in mixed research methods and brings 10+ years of research and professional expertise.
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Wangui Mwangi
Kenya Network Lead
Wangui has 15+ years work experience in both public and private entities, most of which have been in the Renewable Energy and Sustainable Construction Consulting sectors. Her skillset is diverse, notably in project planning & management, and environmental and social impact assessment.
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Dikshya Subedi
Nepal Network Lead
Dikshya is an environmental activist advocating for climate issues since 2018. As the Founder and President of Youth Action for Sustainable And Eco Nepal, she leads youth engagement in climate education, innovation, and policy. She also served as the Focal Point for LCOY Nepal, empowering youth in climate action.
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Tafadzwa Kurotwi
Zimbabwe Network Lead
Tafadzwa is a leading voice in Africa for climate action, humanitarianism, and the empowerment of women and girls. She founded the Emerald Climate Hub, an organisation dedicated to mobilising young people for environmental sustainability and climate responsiveness.