Leadership & Governance
Kriti is small by design. Every child, every family, and every conversation passes through people who care deeply and bring real expertise. Meet the team behind the work — and the board that holds it steady.
Interested in joining us — as staff, a volunteer, or a board member? Get in touch.
Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Divya co-founded Kriti to develop inclusive, rights-based education for children and youth with diverse learning needs. With a doctorate in Education and almost two decades of experience, she leads Kriti's pedagogical direction and advocacy efforts.
Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Karishma co-founded Kriti and leads its day-to-day operations. With a Master's in Early Childhood Education, a background in Linguistics, and training as a registered nurse, she brings a wealth of expertise to Kriti's work with young children and families. Karishma is completing additional qualifications in Education (PGDE).
Mehreen Fatima
Instructor
Mehreen Fatima is a psychology student who thinks learning works best when it doesn't feel like work. She speaks 5 languages, which means conversations with her tend to wander in interesting directions. Curious by nature, she's happy to teach and just as happy to be taught. Mehreen especially wants to teach Cantonese to NCS students, because she believes everyone deserves to feel included — she doesn't just speak languages, she builds bridges with them.
Pushpa Gurung
A recipient of the HKSAR Government's Commendation for Community Service (2004), Pushpa has spent over four decades supporting Nepalese families in Hong Kong. She advises Kriti on community engagement and family advocacy, particularly for families navigating SEN services.
Director
Christopher Lavender
Founding Director of the Kadoorie Charitable Foundation (1997-2019) and former Commander of the British Gurkhas, Christopher advises Kriti on strategy and philanthropy. He chairs Studer Trust and consults internationally on strategic giving.
Director
Tanka (Ray) Rana
Chief Advisor to the Hong Kong Nepalese Federation and Advisory Board Member of the Multicultural Activity Centre, Tanka brings decades of community leadership and policy advisory experience to Kriti's board. He advises on community engagement and Kriti's positioning within Hong Kong's ethnically diverse community landscape
Director