Youth RISE: Promoting Harm Reduction & Drug Policy Reform

Youth RISE is driven by a passionate and dedicated Management Team, committed to empowering young people and creating positive change in our communities. Our team brings together a diverse range of expertise and competencies to effectively lead and support local and international initiatives. With a deep understanding of youth issues, our Management Team leverages their experience in project management, advocacy, research, and community engagement to design and implement innovative projects and campaigns that address the needs of young people.

Through collaborative decision-making, strategic planning, and a strong focus on inclusivity, our team ensures that the voices of young individuals are heard and amplified. Together, we strive to build a world where young people are empowered, resilient, and actively engaged in shaping their own futures.

Meet Our Management Team

Ruby Lawlor

Executive Director

Ireland

Rebeca Marques Rocha

International Communications & Advocacy Officer

Brazil, based in Austria

Humberto Rotondo

Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

Peru

Carolina Ahumada

Deputy Director & 4Youth Consortium Project Manager

Argentine

Rebeca Calzada

Project Manager Harm Reduction Consortium

Mexico

Alan Bevan

Finance Officer

Ireland, based in Portugal

Marialba Quesada

Latin America & Caribbean Communications & Advocacy Officer

Costa Rica

Manuela Memi

Project Manager Erasmus+

Spain

Isaac Olushola

Project Manager Global Fund

Nigeria