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UkrainianSelma Khelfaoui
Selma Khelfaoui
Family Support Assistant and Holiday Programme Champion: Born in Algeria
Born and raised in Algeria. I am from the golden generation. My mother was kind and affectionate, and father was a man of strong character. I spent by childhood with my brothers and sisters where I lived a simple and happy in the moment. When I completed my education, I moved to London to live with my husband, and I am now dedicated to raising my daughter as a local resident in North Kensington.
Anya Stojanovic Chand
Anya Stojanovic Chand
ESOL Tutor: Born in Bosnia and Herzegovina
I am a Business English trainer, very fond of my sessions with my students, where we explore topics like Millennials in the work place, Work aspects of Social Media, Work place diversity, Democracy and all other aspects of modern society and work culture. I love the uniqueness (individuality) of each and every student, the flair they bring with them, and I am committed to help them expand on their potentials. My background is in engineering and IT but I am also very passionate about exploring literature and languages. In my spare time I write crime novels and film scripts. I was born in Sarajevo. The word “saray” in Turkish means “palace”.
Yosra Elhamamy
Yosra Elhamamy
IAG Advisor: Born in West London
I joined Nova New Opportunities (NNO) in 2022. I was born and raised in West London, and am of Egyptian heritage. I have an undergraduate degree in Anthropology as well as extensive experience in volunteering with children and young people with disabilities, as well as volunteering with adults, all in a diverse range of roles. I am honoured and blessed to have been given the opportunity to join NNO, and strongly agree and resonate with NNO’s mission, vision, values and ethos, both personally and professionally. I am proud to be able to play a small part in what the organisation does in its practical and effective implementation of social change for everyone who accesses NNO’s services.
Saadia Ghizlane
Saadia Ghizlane
Family Programme Trip Assistant: Born in Morocco
Born in Morocco 28 years ago. Moved to and lived in Italy for 23 years. In 2019 moved to London. Now I am a full time student in fashion business and marketing, part time volunteer and working full time as a waitress. Happy about my life and proud to be a part of Nova fantastic community.
Claire Katzenellenbogen
Claire Katzenellenbogen
IAG Trainee Adviser: Born in London
Adiam Ekubay
Adiam Ekubay
Customer Service Volunteer: Born In Ethiopia
I was born and raised in Addis Ababa Ethiopia. I've been living in the UK for the last 22 years. I'm a mother of two boys. I love being surrounded by nature and taking pictures.
Sarah Beard
Sarah Beard
Children's Maths Tutor: Born in Essex
Born in Essex, I have lived in London for the past six years. I have loved learning since the day I was born and I hope to share this enthusiasm and excitement with my students. I have been a teacher for almost five years, specialising in the teaching of mathematics to young learners and hope to make the subject interesting and relevant. In my spare time, I enjoy learning Spanish and reading.
Jean-Eliel Koumi
Jean-Eliel Koumi
Education Coordinator: Born in Abidjan, Cote D’Ivoire
After a brief stunt in Finance, I have decided to reorient my career path to explore the world of education from a macro perspective. I am currently pursuing my MSc in Political Economy of Development at SOAS, University of London.
As a native of Cote D’Ivoire with a definite passion for global development research, equal access to education and financial inclusion worldwide, I am proud to have joined Nova as an Education Coordinator.
When I’m not studying or working, I enjoy reading, playing football, or traveling the world to discover new cultures and delicious dishes.
Tania Nunes
Office Cleaner and Admin Support: Born in Venezuela
My name is Tania, and I was born in Venezuela. I've been living in London for 7 years. I love my family more than anything in this world, and I also love learning new cultures. I am very grateful to this country for giving me, my husband, and my children so many opportunities to live, enjoy and grow. I joined Nova in 2021 and they have given me the opportunity to learn the native language and even work. Thank you so much for being such a helpful and lovely team always available to help.