Our team is composed of dynamic individuals who share GFEMS mission to build a survivor-centric global anti-trafficking movement. We’re committed to working with the best and brightest people from around the world.

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Sophie Otiende, Chief Executive Officer

GFEMS welcomed Sophie as CEO in March 2022. Sophie is a dedicated survivor-leader who has worked within the human trafficking field for a number of years revolutionizing the ways in which survivors are supported, protected, and involved within the counter-trafficking movement. Her advocacy on standards of care and survivor engagement has made her a standout leader in the sector and earned her recognition as the US Trafficking in Persons Report Hero 2020.

Staff

Adam Needelman

Strategy Lead

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Beatrice Kivuva

Executive Assistant to the CEO

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Fernanda Carvalho

Country Director, Brazil

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Grace West

Programs & Grantmaking Lead

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Mauhoobah Butt

Communications Associate

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Nick Lawrence

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Technical Specialist

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Sophie Otiende

Chief Executive Officer

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Tasneem Nahar

Director of Programs

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Wade Arvizu

Senior Program Specialist

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The GFEMS team works with partners around the world on interventions and research to address modern slavery. Learn more about how and where we work: