Individual commitment to a group effort—that is what makes a team work, a company work, a society work, a civilisation work.
At the heart of the Future Leaders Project is a small but mighty team dedicated organisers and stewards
Our team brings together a rich tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and cultures—all united by a shared purpose: to co-create a transformative, intergenerational learning journey for young people around the world. We are mostly volunteers, driven by passion and commitment, and we hold ourselves accountable to the values of inclusion, care, and collaboration that shape this global initiative.
Hello, my name is Ferial Puren
I am the operations lead for the Future Leaders Project. This means that I take care of day to day operations and ensure that all the moving parts synchronise to offer an evolutionary learning experience. If there is any way in which I can assist you then please do not hesitate to get in touch.
project lead
Hello, my name is Ferial Puren
I am the operations lead for the Future Leaders Project. This means that I take care of day to day operations and ensure that all the moving parts synchronise to offer an evolutionary learning experience. If there is any way in which I can assist you then please do not hesitate to get in touch.
project advisor
Hello, my name is Lev Gordon
I am a member of the Living Cities Earth wisdom Council. I advise the Future Leaders Project to ensure alignment with the overall vision and mission of Living Cities Earth. If there is any way in which I can assist you then please do not hesitate to get in touch with me.
operations coordinator & program developer
Hello, my name is Pieter Wackers
I support the development of our learning experiences and help coordinate the amazing team that brings the Future Leaders Project to life. I love making sure all the different pieces come together in a way that feels purposeful, inspiring, and true to our shared mission. If you’d like to connect or collaborate, I’d be happy to hear from you.
speaker engagement & partner communications coordinator
Hello, my name is Haseena Patel
I work closely with our speakers and partners to make sure their contributions are meaningfully woven into the Future Leaders Project. From coordinating engagements to nurturing relationships, I help create the connective threads that keep our community strong and our collaborations aligned. If there’s something you need, feel free to reach out.
parent & educator track coordinator
Hello, my name is Anna Freedman
I support the parents and educators who walk alongside our learners, making sure they feel informed, included, and empowered throughout the Future Leaders journey. I help design and coordinate the sessions and resources tailored specifically for them, so we can grow this learning community together across generations. If there’s anything you’d like to discuss or share, I’m always open to connect.
online marketing & promotions coordinator
Hello, my name is Kate Strelkova
I take care of sharing the story of the Future Leaders Project with the world—through our online platforms, campaigns, and creative promotions. My focus is to make sure our message reaches the hearts of those who need it most and to inspire new voices to join our global community. If you have ideas or questions about how we can amplify our impact, I’d love to hear from you.
ambassador coordinator
Hello, my name is Andy Ferguson
I support our incredible team of ambassadors who represent the Future Leaders Project in their local communities and around the world. I help them stay connected, aligned, and inspired as they bring this vision to life on the ground. If you’re an ambassador or curious about becoming one, I’m here to support you—don’t hesitate to reach out.
local hubs coordinator
Hello, my name is Zineb Mouhyi
Through the strategic partnership between YouthxYouth and the Future Leaders Project, I support the development of local hubs that bring our shared vision to life in communities around the world. If you’re interested in joining or starting a hub, feel free to reach out.
local hubs coordinator
Hello, my name is Valentina Raman
At the nexus of the strategic partnership between YouthxYouth and the Future Leaders Project, I support the growth of local hubs that root our shared vision in real communities. If you’re exploring how to bring this work to your area, I’d be glad to connect.
Ukraine project manager
Hello, my name is Jane Kodzhakirbash
I help guide and coordinate the development of Future Leaders Project in Ukraine, supporting our local partners and learners as they bring the program to life in their communities. It’s an honour to be part of this work at such a meaningful time, and I’m always open to connect if you’d like to collaborate or learn more.
Russian project manager
Hello, my name is Nata Eremina
I support the implementation of the Future Leaders Project in Russia, working with local teams to adapt the program in ways that resonate with the needs and strengths of their communities. If you’re interested in getting involved or have ideas to share, I’d love to connect.
brand manager
Hello, my name is Martin Knox
I’m responsible for the visual identity of the Future Leaders Project, making sure it stays aligned with the Living Cities Earth brand while expressing our unique spirit. From design elements to overall aesthetic, I help ensure we present a clear and unified story. If you need guidance on visuals or brand use, please reach out.
Individual commitment to a group effort—that is what makes a team work, a company work, a society work, a civilisation work.
At the heart of the Future Leaders Project is a small but mighty team dedicated organisers and stewards
Our team brings together a rich tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and cultures—all united by a shared purpose: to co-create a transformative, intergenerational learning journey for young people around the world. We are mostly volunteers, driven by passion and commitment, and we hold ourselves accountable to the values of inclusion, care, and collaboration that shape this global initiative.
project lead
Hello, my name is Ferial Puren.
I am the operations lead for the Future Leaders Project. This means that I take care of day-to-day operations and ensure that all the moving parts synchronise to offer an evolutionary learning experience. If there is any way in which I can assist you, then please do not hesitate to get in touch.
project advisor
Hello, my name is Lev Gordon.
I am a member of the Living Cities Earth Wisdom Council. I advise the Future Leaders Project to ensure alignment with the overall vision and mission of Living Cities Earth. If there is any way in which I can assist you, then please do not hesitate to get in touch with me.
operations coordinator & program developer
Hello, my name is Pieter Wackers.
I support the development of our learning experiences and help coordinate the amazing team that brings the Future Leaders Project to life. I love making sure all the different pieces come together in a way that feels purposeful, inspiring, and true to our shared mission. If you’d like to connect or collaborate, I’d be happy to hear from you.
speaker engagement & partner communications coordinator
Hello, my name is Haseena Patel.
I work closely with our speakers and partners to make sure their contributions are meaningfully woven into the Future Leaders Project. From coordinating engagements to nurturing relationships, I help create the connective threads that keep our community strong and our collaborations aligned. If there’s something you need, feel free to reach out.
parent & educator track coordinator
Hello, my name is Anna Freedman.
I support the parents and educators who walk alongside our learners, making sure they feel informed, included, and empowered throughout the Future Leaders journey. I help design and coordinate the sessions and resources tailored specifically for them, so we can grow this learning community together across generations. If there’s anything you’d like to discuss or share, I’m always open to connect.
online marketing & promotions coordinator
Hello, my name is Kate Strelkova.
I take care of sharing the story of the Future Leaders Project with the world—through our online platforms, campaigns, and creative promotions. My focus is to make sure our message reaches the hearts of those who need it most and to inspire new voices to join our global community. If you have ideas or questions about how we can amplify our impact, I’d love to hear from you.
ambassador coordinator
Hello, my name is Andy Ferguson.
I support our incredible team of ambassadors who represent the Future Leaders Project in their local communities and around the world. I help them stay connected, aligned, and inspired as they bring this vision to life on the ground. If you’re an ambassador or curious about becoming one, I’m here to support you—don’t hesitate to reach out.
local hubs coordinator
Hello, my name is Valentina Raman.
At the nexus of the strategic partnership between YouthxYouth and the Future Leaders Project, I support the growth of local hubs that root our shared vision in real communities. If you’re exploring how to bring this work to your area, I’d be glad to connect.
local hubs coordinator
Hello, my name is Zineb Mouhy.
Through the strategic partnership between YouthxYouth and the Future Leaders Project, I support the development of local hubs that bring our shared vision to life in communities around the world. If you’re interested in joining or starting a hub, feel free to reach out.
Ukraine project manager
Hello, my name is Jane Kodzhakirbash.
I help guide and coordinate the development of the Future Leaders Project in Ukraine, supporting our local partners and learners as they bring the program to life in their communities. It’s an honour to be part of this work at such a meaningful time, and I’m always open to connect if you’d like to collaborate or learn more.
Russian project manager
Hello, my name is Nata Eremina.
I support the implementation of the Future Leaders Project in Russia, working with local teams to adapt the program in ways that resonate with the needs and strengths of their communities. If you’re interested in getting involved or have ideas to share, I’d love to connect.
brand manager
Hello, my name is Martin Knox.
I’m responsible for the visual identity of the Future Leaders Project, making sure it stays aligned with the Living Cities Earth brand while expressing our unique spirit. From design elements to overall aesthetic, I help ensure we present a clear and unified story. If you need guidance on visuals or brand use, please reach out.
