Who we are
About Mothers of Hind !
Mothers of Hind is a nonforprofit company (limited by guarantee) founded in 2024 by a group of compassionate professional mothers united by a mission for hope and humanity. We are committed to providing education, psychosocial support, and wellbeing to communities devastated by war and oppression.
Our Vision
We aspire to be a global beacon of hope, creating opportunities for education, health, and well-being in communities suffering from the devastating effects of war and conflict. Our goal is to help rebuild lives and offer a brighter future for children and families who have endured unimaginable hardship.
Why We Exist
Mothers of Hind was born from the shared belief that no family should endure the pain of losing loved ones or the devastation of war without hope for a better tomorrow. We exist to restore that hope, standing as a symbol of compassion, unity, and resilience for those who need it most.
Our Mission
Mothers of Hind aims to act as an anchor facilitating educational, health and well-being support for children and families in war-torn areas; guided by humanitarian principles, collaborating with relevant experts and community representatives who share our commitment to preserving life and nurturing human dignity. Our mission extends to building a sense of shared responsibility towards advocating, sponsoring and contributing to rebuilding the lives and hopes of devastated families and communities.
Mothers of Hind serves as an anchor, working to deliver:
Access to education for children of all ages.
Support for health and mental well-being in conflict zones.
Advocacy and awareness campaigns for communities in need.
Sponsorships to help families rebuild their lives.
Providing Hope, Building Futures
Our Founders
Mothers of Hind was founded by a diverse group of mothers and professionals with expertise in health and education, united by their passion for humanitarian work. Our founders include:
Dr. Abeer Pharaon
Dr. Abeer Pharaon is a distinguished academic, consultant, and advocate for social justice, with a deep commitment to the rights of Palestinians. Originally from Jerusalem, she has lived in the UK for the past 26 years and has made significant contributions in academia, leadership, and community development. She is an Associate Professor at the Business School of Manchester Metropolitan University, where she specializes in change management and innovation culture. Her academic credentials include a PhD in Change Management (Innovation Culture) from Loughborough University, an MSc in Operations Management from the University of Nottingham, and a BSc in Industrial Engineering from the University of Jordan.
Beyond academia, Dr. Pharaon is a LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® facilitator and has used this methodology to support children and young people in refugee camps in Palestine and Jordan since 2013. She is also a Lumina Learning Psychometric Practitioner, providing insights into leadership and personal development. As the Founder of the Arab Centre for Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Leadership (ACEIL), Dr. Pharaon has played a pivotal role in fostering entrepreneurial skills and leadership among Arab youth. Her dedication to youth empowerment is further evident in her role as Chair Trustee for youth and personal development charities.
Dr. Caroline Evers
Caroline Evers is a marketing and consultancy professional with experience spanning industry, entrepreneurship and academia. She is currently a Senior Lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University where she leverages her experience in higher education, working with all levels of business management students.
Caroline was born in Jerusalem into an Irish UN family, where she grew up and spent most of her young life. Caroline still maintains strong ties with Palestine and is an active founding member of the Mothers of Hind organisation. She utilises her business and education experience to develop an organisation committed to working with the people of Gaza, and communities shattered and devastated by conflict, as they rebuild vital pillars for a dignified future. As an educator, Caroline is committed to working in solidarity with local organisations in Palestine to rebuild their education system and provide young people, families and communities with resources needed to fulfil plans for a future of freedom.
Dr. Emilee Rauschenberger
Emilee Rauschenberger is an education consultant with expertise in teacher education, policy development and networks, and schooling in contexts affected by crisis. She currently works as a Research Fellow for the Queen Rania Foundation in Amman, Jordan where she designs and leads research projects in collaboration with fellow stakeholders and development partners to improve education policy and provision in Jordan. She earned her PhD at the University of Edinburgh and completed her post-doc at Manchester Metropolitan University in the UK. Originally from the United States, she is married to a Palestinian and was living with her five children in Gaza when the destruction of the territory began in fall of 2023. After having survived a month displaced and under indiscriminate bombing in Gaza before escaping, she is passionate about standing in solidarity with those suffering and struggling to live in conflict-affected areas, leading her to help launch Mothers of Hind with fellow trustees.
Dr. Fella Lahmar
Dr. Fella Lahmar is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) with over 20 years of experience in Islamic and comparative education, focusing on decolonisation, social justice, and the interplay between education, Islam, and cultural heritage.
As a Research Fellow at the Open University, UK, Dr. Lahmar recently led the Algerian research project as part of the broader Decolonisation of Education for Peace in Africa (DEPA) multi-country initiative, funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council. Previously, she led MA programmes in Islamic Studies and Education validated by Birmingham Newman University. She has also worked at various other higher education institutions, including the University of Bolton and the University of Nottingham, UK.
Her publications include numerous journal articles and book chapters on decolonising education, Islamic educational theory and practice, and the role of indigenous arts in peacebuilding. She co-edited a special issue on Islamic education in a Western context and is currently writing a Routledge book on diversity and belonging in Islamic schools in Europe.
In terms of education, Fella has a Ph.D. in education and an ESRC-recognised MA in Educational Research Methods, both obtained at the University of Nottingham, UK, a PGCert in Higher Education Practice (Birmingham Newman University); an MA in Islamic Studies (Loughborough University, UK); a PGCert in Professional Studies in Education (The Open University, UK); and a BA in Islamic Studies (Emir Abdelkader Islamic University, Algeria).
Dr. Hagir Mohamed
Hagir Mohamed is a consultant obstetrician and Gynaecologist. She has an interest in global health, education and women’s health in low resource countries. As part of her role she has worked in the Royal College of Obstetrician and Gynaecologist in the Sudan Liaison Group where she has been involved in fundraising for maternity hospitals improving theatres , wards and medical care. During the war she has used her experience to train , and provide online teaching for trainees in Obstetrics and gynaecology in progressing their career and knowledge. She has also been involved in providing training to midwives and birth attendants in Sudan . Locally she was part of the Black and Ethnic Minority Committee helping insure equal and safe care for patients from all backgrounds. She is originally from Sudan and is committed to helping support, rebuild and improve healthcare access for women and children in conflict countries and fighting the war on Women’s health.
Our Executive Team
Jabeen Sultan
I’m Jabeen! I’m a Trainee Mental Health Worker and currently pursuing a PGDip in Mental Health Practice at Middlesex University. I also work as a Mental Health Mentor to support university students with disabilities.
Beyond my professional work, I’m passionate about humanitarian causes, which is why I’m committed to contributing to Mothers of Hind. Helping people, whether through mental health support or humanitarian efforts, is what drives me.
Noora Shuaib
I am an education specialist dedicated to expanding access to quality education for those whose learning has been disrupted by war and oppression. I currently work as an education consultant, focusing on teacher training programs and student experience. I hold a Master’s in Comparative and International Education from the University of Oxford and a Bachelor’s in Social Research and Public Policy from New York University Abu Dhabi.
Roba Al-Hoor
My name is Roba Al-Hoor. I am of Palestinian . I live in Gaza. I studied software engineering at Al-Azhar University and graduated in war. I have experience in coordinating projects, and best of all, I have a love for Gaza, and I want to participate in the reconstruction of Gaza and restore even a small part of life to the children and youth of Gaza. My path to research. Allah has honored me to be a project coordinator for the Mothers of Hind Foundation in the Gaza Strip
Sanjeedabanu Patel
I am a BSc International Education student studying at the University of Manchester. I work with charities and organisations in support of anti-imperialist causes.
Fatma Mohamed
A Biomedical Scientist in Genomic Medicine with a strong background in Medical Microbiology and clinical research. Passionate about advancing healthcare through science and advocacy. Beyond my career, I am dedicated to social justice, and raising awareness about humanitarian causes!