Nadia Hafedh
About Nadia Hafedh
Nadia Hafedh serves as the Executive Assistant to the Executive Director of Policy, Advocacy and Campaigns at Save the Children UK. She has a diverse background in public policy, communications, and community organizing, with a focus on housing justice and the impact of gentrification on marginalized communities.
Work at Save the Children
Nadia Hafedh serves as the Executive Assistant to the Executive Director of Policy, Advocacy and Campaigns at Save the Children UK. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the organization's mission of improving the lives of children through effective policy and advocacy efforts. In this role, she engages with senior stakeholders and supports the development of strategic communications.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to her role at Save the Children, Nadia Hafedh is also the Head Organiser at the South Yemeni Women’s Forum, a position she has held since 2019. She participates in the Salzburg Global Seminar as a Public Policy New Voices Europe Fellow, focusing on personal and professional growth through international perspectives. Furthermore, she works as a Research Associate at Beatfreeks, where she engages in research initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Nadia Hafedh holds a Master's degree in Postcolonial Culture and Global Policy from Goldsmiths, University of London, which she completed in 2020. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from Queen Mary, University of London, graduating in 2018. Her academic background includes A-levels in Psychology, Politics, and History from The Sixth Form College, Solihull.
Background and Previous Experience
Nadia Hafedh has a diverse professional background. She worked as a Sabb Team Aide at Goldsmiths Students' Union from 2020 to 2021 and served as Engagement Coordinator for Diversity and Liberation at LSE Students' Union from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, she was a Research Fellow focusing on Human Rights and Rule of Law at Adalah for seven months in 2019. Her experiences have shaped her focus on housing justice and the impact of gentrification on marginalized communities.
Public Policy Engagement
Nadia Hafedh actively engages in public policy work aimed at addressing the challenges posed by gentrification. She emphasizes the importance of centering the wellbeing and preservation of marginalized communities in her initiatives. Through her various roles, she contributes to discussions and strategies that promote housing justice and advocate for the rights of affected populations.