Meet Our Team
Dedicated individuals driving change across continents
Our team brings together expertise from education, policy, activism, and research. United by a shared vision of sustainable development, we work across Africa, Europe, and Asia to empower the next generation of changemakers.
Hillary Abindabyamu
Project Lead
📍 Uganda
Background
Hillary is a Ugandan civil engineer, climate advocate, and educator passionate about sustainability and youth empowerment. A Malengo scholarship recipient and member of the RIBA Europe Sustainability Working Group, Hillary leads RSA’s vision, strategy, and global partnerships.
Expertise
Civil engineering, climate adaptation, sustainable construction, SDG advocacy, education for sustainable development
Connect
hillary@rolfessdgacademy.org
Yuno
Academic Lead & Co-Founder
📍 Germany
Background
Yuno is a PhD scholar with interdisciplinary expertise in chemistry, philosophy, and sustainability. As RSA’s Academic Lead, Yuno designs curriculum, ensures academic rigor, and leads research collaborations.
Expertise
Sustainability science, systems thinking, natural and social sciences, pedagogy, curriculum development
Connect
yuno@rolfessdgacademy.org
Lena
UN Strategic Advisor & Co-Founder
📍 Germany
Background
Lena brings deep UN expertise and strategic guidance to RSA, connecting our work to international frameworks and multilateral partnerships. With experience across UNDP, UNESCO, and climate governance, Lena ensures RSA aligns with global best practices.
Expertise
UN systems, international policy, climate governance, SDG implementation, strategic partnerships
Connect
lena@rolfessdgacademy.org
Nick
Community Engagement Lead & Co-Founder
📍 International
Background
Nick is a climate activist with deep grassroots networks across Africa (Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, Zambia, South Africa). Nick leads community recruitment, ground truth, and ensures RSA stays connected to frontline realities.
Expertise
Grassroots organizing, climate activism, community engagement, African development, youth mobilization
Connect
nick@rolfessdgacademy.org
Academic Advisory Council
Our Academic Advisory Council comprises 8–15 senior scholars and sector leaders who guide our curriculum, research, and strategic direction. Advisors include experts in:
- Climate Science & Adaptation
- Education & Systems Change
- Policy & Governance
- African Development & Equity
- Youth & Community Engagement
- Funding & Institutional Partnerships
- Biodiversity & Conservation
- Sustainable Development Economics
- Indigenous Knowledge & Environmental Justice
- Technology & Innovation for Sustainability
[Full Advisory Council member bios coming soon – currently recruiting]
Want to Join Our Team?
We’re always looking for passionate individuals to contribute to our mission.