An experienced educator who has worked successfully for over 30 years in local schools and nationally to raise the attainment of underachieving pupils.

As a national advisor, school governor, non- executive director and President of the Muslim Teachers’ Association, Rukhsana has had the opportunity to work with a wide range of partners in order to bring about and sustain positive change.

As a mentor for Investing in Diversity at the Institute of Education and the Black Professionals network, she believes that mentoring is the best resource to help individuals excel and reach their true potential. Rukhsana leads with passion, commitment and pragmatism.

‘Be the change you want to see in the world’ Gandhi