Barbara Karayi
About Barbara Karayi
Barbara Karayi is a Director at 1E, where she has worked since 2003. She has a background in law, having studied at the College of Law and the Open University, and is actively involved in providing legal advice and training in the London borough of Ealing.
Work at 1E
Barbara Karayi has served as Director at 1E since 2003, contributing over 21 years of experience to the organization. In her role, she collaborates with local solicitors on complex legal cases, particularly in the areas of family and immigration law. Her leadership includes organizing and conducting weekly legal advice sessions across various locations in the London borough of Ealing, providing valuable support to the community.
Education and Expertise
Barbara Karayi has a robust educational background in law and related fields. She studied at the College of Law, Store Street, London, where she achieved a Post Graduate Diploma in Law from 2008 to 2010. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from The Open University between 2004 and 2006. Earlier, she obtained a BA (Hons) in History and Politics from the University of Warwick from 1987 to 1990.
Background
Before her tenure at 1E, Barbara Karayi worked as a Business Development Executive at Thomson Scientific from 1994 to 1997. This role provided her with experience in business development, which complements her legal expertise. Her career trajectory reflects a commitment to both legal practice and community service.
Community Involvement
Barbara Karayi is actively involved in training students in legal practices at the West London Equality Centre. This initiative demonstrates her dedication to educating the next generation of legal professionals and ensuring that they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in the field.