People

Practical Action's mission can only be delivered through its people. The Practical Action culture is characterised by:

Practical Action project staff member checking smoke levels in a house

Practical Action Sudan staff

a Practical Action Bangladesh staff member demonstrating tin-smithing techniques

Commitment

Practical Action staff strongly believe in the values that underpin our mission. They demonstrate personal enthusiasm and encourage and motivate others. They persevere until they get things done.

Creativity

Practical Action works with poor people to share ideas and information that help people create their own solutions to poverty. We are innovative in our approach to achieving results.

Communication

Practical Action aims to punch above its weight. Practical Action staff are good listeners and learners. They add value by combining local knowledge with their own professional expertise. They are committed to excellent communication with individuals, partners, policy makers and institutions.

Collaboration

Practical Action staff are good team players - they value and respect the contribution of others. They work in partnerships of mutual respect with poor people. They form alliances and networks to achieve common goals, and enjoy working together.

Practical Action aims to help eradicate poverty in developing countries by using technology and demonstrating results, sharing knowledge and influencing others.

Directors

Practical Action's senior management team, which has executive responsibilities, is called the Strategy Leadership Team (SLT) and it comprises the Chief Executive and twelve Directors, including seven Country and Regional Directors.

Directors
Chief Executive Simon Trace
International Director Nick Burn
Policy and Programmes Director Andrew Scott
Marketing Director Margaret Gardner
Finance Director Mark Woodbridge
Bangladesh Director Veena Khaleque
East Africa Director Chris Davey
Latin America Director Alfonso Carrasco
Nepal Director Achyut Luitel
South Asia Director Vishaka Hidellage
Sudan Director Mohamed Majzoub
Southern Africa Director Ernest Mupunga
     
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