Our Team

Trustees

Rachel Watkin

Photo of Rachel Watkin


Rachel is our founder and chair of trustees. Prior to setting up Refugee Kindness, Rachel was a self-employed barrister. She set up Refugee Kindness out of frustration over the inequalities in society and a desire to extend kindness to others.

Kristin Meredith-Galley

Lisa Kovacs


Lisa is a Deputy Headteacher at a special school in North Wales. She has a keen interest in access, inclusion, equality and communication for all members of our community. She can offer support in relation to Additional Learning Needs, assessment and Safeguarding.


Iolanda Banu Viegas
Volunteer Recruitment and Events Manager

Tracey Rahman
Senior Operations Volunteer


Laura Rowlands
Family Coordinator


Laura is primary school teacher, business woman with Usborne and Girlguiding leader She offers support with any with school-related matters and liaises with schools and other organisations who are interested in hearing about our work and how they can support us.

Donna Powell
Friendship Officer


Donna Powell is employed as our Friendship Officer. She has over 16 years working with the BAME community and Sanctuary seekers seekers.