Our people

Sharon Gyimah is our Regional Operations Manager (East London and East of England). Sharon joined us in January 2017 as an Education Worker in Bow and was then the Centre Leader at East Ham. Sharon has a degree in Politics and Sociology from Aston University and an MA in Social Justice and Education from UCL's Institute of Education.

Shazia Ghamai is our Data and Impact Officer and joined us in March 2022. Shazia has a degree in BSc Psychology from Brunel University and a masters in Clinical Mental Health Sciences from University College London. Previously, she volunteered with Victim Support and The Forward Trust and has research experience from her placement at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery.

Shravya Aradhyam joined us in September 2022. Shravya has a degree in Sociology from Madras University in India. Previously, she worked as a Tutor and PhD Scholar for The Brilliant Club.

Sophie Foster joined us in August 2021. Sophie has a History degree from the University of Nottingham. Previously Sophie was a Senior Student Ambassador at the University of Nottingham

Sophie Houghton is our Head of Programme Delivery and Operations (North of England and East Midlands). Sophie has a degree in European Social and Political Studies with French from UCL and a PGCE from Sheffield Hallam. She also has a Masters of Education from the University of Manchester.

Sophie Hunt joined us in August 2021. Sophie has a English degree from the University of Nottingham. Previously Sophie was a Trainee Commercial Manager at Frasers Group and International English Teacher.

Sophie Jackson joined us in November 2022. Sophie has a degree in Psychology from the University of Liverpool and previously volunteered at the North Liverpool centre.

Sophie Lewisohn is our Vice-Chair of Trustees and Chair of the Advisory Panel. Sophie has been closely involved in the development of the charity. She brings her experience in finance and economics at the UN Capital Development Fund and at the Economist Intelligence Unit to the governance of the organisation.

Stephen Adeyemo joined us in August 2022. Stephen has a degree in Business and Sport from Manchester Metropolitan University and previously worked as a Leader of Climate and Behaviour at Manchester Academy.

Steve Windsor is our Treasurer. Steve first became involved with IntoUniversity through his work on the Goldman Charitable Giving Committee in 2010 and has been a dedicated supporter of the charity ever since.

Summer Raselma joined us in September 2022. Summer has a degree in English Language and Literature from the University of Sussex. Previously, she worked as a Widening Participation Student Ambassador at the University of Sussex.

Suwaida Osman joined us in August 2019. Suwaida has a Master's degree in Global Issues and Contemporary Chinese Studies from the University of Nottingham. She previously worked as an Assistant Director at Explore Learning.