People behind the bridge
Rooted in community. Connected across the world. Bringing leadership, experience and practical skills to help people cross their hurdles.
Founder confirmed; other profiles are recommendations only. No Hurdlecross appointment or affiliation is confirmed here for the recommended people. Their public work informs this initial shortlist; participation requires their agreement.
Leadership, partnerships and delivery of support where it matters.
Confirmed founder
Founder, Hurdlecross
Founder of Hurdlecross, a non-governmental organization supporting individuals, entrepreneurs and communities facing specific, known challenges.
Our purpose
Connecting people who need help with the expertise, funding and practical support that enable them to overcome a hurdle.
Recommended · Unconfirmed
Ghana
Suggested focus: Water, sanitation & programme delivery
A development leader publicly documented as WaterAid Ghana’s Country Director. Her work includes strengthening local water, sanitation and hygiene systems with communities and local government.
Why consider this person
Her experience could inform practical clean-water and hygiene projects for schools and communities.
Source: WaterAid (role documented in 2024)
Recommended · Unconfirmed
Europe · work in Ukraine and Nigeria
Suggested focus: Humanitarian coordination & partnerships
An aid-sector professional who has led the Nigeria INGO Forum and the Humanitarian NGO Platform in Ukraine. The Platform announced her departure from its director role in April 2026.
Why consider this person
Her experience coordinating NGOs could help shape partnerships and the delivery of emergency support.
Source: Humanitarian NGO Platform in Ukraine
Independent experience to guide our work and strengthen accountability.
Recommended · Unconfirmed
Colombia
Suggested focus: Community participation & social innovation
Founder and CEO of Movilizatorio, a social innovation lab connecting citizens and organizations. Her work focuses on civic participation, peacebuilding and community-led change.
Why consider this person
Her community engagement experience could help Hurdlecross listen to beneficiaries and develop inclusive partnerships.
Source: Movilizatorio
Recommended · Unconfirmed
Hong Kong
Suggested focus: Social enterprise & sustainable livelihoods
Founding Chair of the Hong Kong Social Entrepreneurship Forum and co-founder of Dialogue in the Dark in Hong Kong. He also established Education for Good to advance social innovation.
Why consider this person
His social enterprise experience could guide support for small businesses and long-term livelihoods.
Source: Hong Kong Social Entrepreneurship Forum
Skills, mentoring and community connections to help people move forward.
Recommended · Unconfirmed
Kenya
Suggested focus: Entrepreneurship & youth mentoring
Founder and Executive Director of Support Innovations for Peace and Education, a Kenyan NGO working on education, peace, entrepreneurship and community empowerment.
Why consider this person
His education and community experience could inform mentoring outreach for young people and entrepreneurs.
Source: Support Innovations for Peace and Education
Recommended · Unconfirmed
Philadelphia, United States
Suggested focus: Education & school-community mentoring
Principal of William Cramp Elementary School and a 2024 Neubauer Fellow. Her school leadership includes literacy partnerships and community support for families.
Why consider this person
Her approach to connecting schools and families could inspire education mentoring and community support.
Source: Philadelphia Academy of School Leaders
Recommendation shortlist prepared October 2026 from the public sources linked on each profile. Existing positions do not imply availability or endorsement.