OUR TEAM
At Her Idea, our mission is driven by the passion, dedication, and unwavering commitment of our remarkable team. Get to know the faces behind the transformative work we do, as we introduce you to the individuals who inspire, educate, and empower the next generation of young women.
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The Team

Anna Bukareva
Executive Director

Nicole Perez
Creative Director

Samantha Manrique
Digital Marketing Director

Daniel Hernandez
Social Media Manager

Janina Matela
Brand Strategist

Mya Ras
Fundraising Manager

Temidire Dada
Events Manager

Gabriela Hickey
Assistant Events Manager

Audrey Lee
Event Coordinator Intern

Preethi Bathula
Communication Manager

Paryssa Khazaie
Lead Web Developer

Sana Fatima
UX/UI Consultant

Emily Orzechowski
Development Coordinator

Chlöe Thomas
Team Member

Eboni Rhodes
Team Member

Sophia Aeby
Team Member

Amanda Rossi
Team Member
Past Interns
Isma Ahmed
Lisa Sengretsi
Fahmida Tifadir
Anateya Sommerville
Judy Chan
Her Idea is a dynamic organization with a singular mission: empowering youth, especially young girls, through innovative high school programs that embrace alternative education and project-based learning. We are strong advocates of youth leadership and enthusiastic supporters of young entrepreneurs.
Our cornerstone is personalized mentorship. We match young talents with experienced mentors who guide, inspire, and create a supportive community where youth empowerment thrives.
Recognizing the pivotal role of high school in a young person's life, our programs bridge the gap between these formative years and future success, providing college and career support, real-world exposure, and professional networking.
In essence, Her Idea stands at the intersection of project-based learning, leadership, mentoring, youth empowerment, and alternative education, shaping the future and equipping youth with the skills and knowledge to lead, innovate, and succeed.




