Our Mission

Andrea   American-French, University degree in International Relations; Launched a company in communications, marketing & event organization. More recently, Business Administrator for the American Church in Paris. Involved with Missions & Outreach at the American Cathedral promoting refugee causes. Interests include reading, music & travel. 

Ann American, Careers in both the pharmaceutical industry and Local Government Finance. Enjoys cooking, gardening, reading and all genres of music.

Barbara American and French, Career in Marketing and Sales in the US. Career as a teacher, trainer and corporate coach in France. Likes walking, travelling, volunteering, outreach activities and reading. 

Diane  American & French, professor emerita at both Rowan University (USA) and The American University of Paris, taught accounting and information systems, currently teaches database software for a grande école in Paris, volunteer teacher of English. 

Elin  Swedish, Human Resources professional and Executive coach. Worked globally in the private sector as well as NGOs such as Norwegian Refugee Council and International Justice Mission. Currently leading a Coaching Pilot program for Hila Initiative. 

Emer English, studied law and became a diplomat, worked in Pakistan and is interested in the region, currently teaches English in Paris.

Emma   English, has lived in Italy, currently teaching English at two universities in Paris, an engineering school and a business school.  

Koël   Indian, an accomplished actress and writer, grew up in India, studied Politics, Philosophy & Economics at an English university, then acting at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, has acted in Bollywood movies and TV shows for over 20 years, recently published her first novel, "Clearly Invisible in Paris".

Linette  Scandinavian-American, Lived in Latin America until adult; Masters in Sociology of Conflict in French and Masters of Int’l Relations, Civil Society Dev in English; founded NGO ArtsEqualsLife for self-growth and entrepreneurship of P’uhrépecha women in Mexico; worked as federal diplomatic liaison and as Executive Director of Marketing; currently a Cultural Business Consultant.

Maddie  American, university degree in Culture & Communication, worked for an international nonprofit association of professional astronomers, handling communication and organizing symposia around the world, experience teaching English. 

Mary B  British-French. Held various posts in the music world in London, then joined British Airways as a flight attendant. In 1977, moved to Paris, worked in fashion and publishing. Recently, worked as a volunteer with the Parisien homeless.

Mary V  Indian, University degree in Chemical Engineering, Master's degree in Business Analysis and Consulting. Has 8 years of work experience in diverse fields including experience working in an English teaching centre in Paris. 

Meredith American, a well-known photographer, background in television, film, and communications; Has travelled the world for many years. Afghanistan is her favourite country because of its physical beauty and incredibly generous people. 

Meryam American, worked and volunteered for the Peace Corps for 10 years, travelled to Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Iran and India; feels a deep connection to Afghanistan where one of her closest friends worked for 5 years, addicted to volunteer work. 

Niki Iranian, University degree in Philosophy. Currently attending the Sorbonne. Mentoring and assisting with Hila student applications. 

Susan Grew up in Kenya. Studied in England at London University and Michigan. Worked as a lawyer in Nairobi, New York Hong Kong and Japan. 3 children, 7 grandchildren. In Paris since 2004 with her husband who is an international lawyer. Studying to qualify as a TEFL teacher.