Our People

Mariela Ehijo
CEO
Mariela has trained in business and social work with a focus in process improvement having experience in New Zealand's charitable organisation sector that support refugees and migrants from around the world.

Patricio Barrera
Trustee
Patricio is an Environmental Engineer in his country Chile; he's studied for two Master degrees in Spain, one in Renewable Energies and Integrated Management Systems.

Tomás González
Coordinator
Tomás is a creative technologist and designer specialising in user experience design. He's focused on creating data-driven and creative solutions that help Abroad Global Charitable trust grow.

Samuel Buitrago
Secretary
Samuel is an undergraduate student from the University of Auckland studying towards a degree in law & philosophy. He's received congratulatory prizes in philosophy while achieving high grades in law.