Our Team
Ensuring the continued growth and vitality of Rahab's mission.
Rahab is governed by a Board of Trustees, who meet regularly to discuss and guide the direction of the charity and how the organisation is run.
A highly committed and experienced and committed team, they provide the critical advice and oversight to help further Rahab’s work.
Kevin Hyland OBE
Kevin was the UK government’s first Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner. During his 30-year career as a police officer he specialised in investigating serious organised crime and headed up London’s internationally recognised Human Trafficking Unit. Kevin was also a founding member of the Santa Marta Group, a high-level strategic partnership between international law enforcement agencies, the Catholic Church and civil society, launched by Pope Francis at the Vatican in 2014. He is currently its Global Strategic Director, and holds many other leading positions advising governments, businesses and NGOs across the world on human trafficking legislation, strategies, policies and training. Kevin was awarded an OBE for his work against trafficking in 2014.
Sister Doly Mathew
Sr Doly is a member of the Congregation of Sisters Adoratrices. A fervent advocate and defender of women’s rights, prior to moving to the UK Sr Doly lived in India with the women, working for women's empowerment and protection as well as that of street children. Inspired to continue the Sisters’ mission in the UK, she played a pivotal role in setting up Rahab, and brings a depth of knowledge and experience to the work of the charity in her role as Director.
Sister Maria Luisa Puglisi
Sr Luisa is a member of the Congregation of Sisters Adoratrices, and General Director of the Sisters’ Amaranta Solidarity Foundation. Sr Luisa has travelled extensively between the Sisters’ different projects, living in communities with trafficked women from many parts of the world. She is passionate about social injustices affecting the lives of women, and involved in a number of well-known international networks, both at a civil and religious level. Prior to joining the Sisters, Sr Luisa worked in the field of trafficking, migration and refugees with the International Organisation for Migration in Rome and Geneva. She brings much vision and experience to Rahab.
Father Matthew Blake OCD
Fr Matt is a Roman Catholic priest, who has been a strength and guide in shaping Rahab from the beginning. Well known as a spiritual director and speaker, he has held many positions of leadership and formation, including as Regional Delegate and Prior of Kensington and Boars Hill priories, and as National Director of the Carmelite Secular Order UK.
Sister Antonia Lopez
Sr Toni is a member of the Congregation of Sisters Adoratrices. She has held various responsibilities within the province as Local and Provincial Superior and Project Coordinator of the Sisters’ work with Caritas and the Red Cross. Sr Toni has a degree in psychology and vast experience caring for the women, having served as Director of several of the Sisters’ therapeutic communities and safe homes in Spain. She is currently Provincial Superior for Africa and Europe.
Carole Murphy
Carole Murphy is Professor of Sociology and Applied Research at St Mary’s University and Director of the Bakhita Centre for Slavery, Safety and Social Justice. Carole played a key role in establishing the Centre, ensuring a focus on victim/survivor support needs, practice interventions and policy impact. She is especially committed to developing training for practitioners who work with victims of abuse and exploitation and collaborates with people with lived experience to develop resources for educational opportunities and professional practice. Her main research interests are in human trafficking, modern slavery, exploitation, and abuse, and examining intersections with social problems, inequalities, addiction, and health/mental health issues.
Sarah Minns
Sarah Minns trained at the Royal Academy of Music and the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama before pursuing a professional career as an operatic soprano. Alongside her musical career, Sarah has held senior leadership roles across the charitable and private sectors. She previously served as Chief of Staff to His Excellency Shaukat Aziz, former Prime Minister of Pakistan, and later led operations for the Global Sustainability Network (GSN). Through this work, she worked with international leaders to advance efforts to combat human trafficking and modern slavery. Sarah is currently Head of Office to the Bishop of Bath and Wells, supporting the Bishop’s strategic leadership and the governance of the Diocese, as well as his work as a member of the House of Lords. She is also a Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Skinners. Sarah is delighted to serve as a Trustee, bringing her experience of leadership, governance and the anti-slavery sector to support Rahab’s work.
Julie Etchingham
Julie is a television anchor and journalist with ITV News, well known for covering many high-profile news stories, current affairs programmes and documentaries. She previously worked for the BBC and Sky News, and has received several awards including being the first woman to win the Royal Television Society Presenter of the Year award. Julie is passionate about raising awareness of human trafficking, bringing to light women’s personal stories through her work in the media. She moderates conferences in the UK and abroad and supports a number of charities and related causes.
Sister Madhusmita Behera
Sr Madhusmita Behera is a member of the Congregation of Sisters Adoratrices. She pursued Master’s degrees in Counselling Psychology as well as Theology of Religious Life. Her practice is deeply rooted in both psychological principles and spiritual guidance, offering a holistic approach to mental health and well-being. Prior to joining Rahab, Madhusmita worked with women and children in need in India, as well as trained young girls aspiring to join consecrated life.
Kate Snowden
Kate has been involved with Rahab since 2015. Following a career as a professional ballet dancer, she qualified as a Dance Movement Psychotherapist and later as an Integrative Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. She has worked in a variety of settings including an NHS forensic unit, an eating disorder outpatient clinic, a general counselling centre and various anti-trafficking charities. Alongside her small private practice, she works with Heart and Mind in London as a therapist, tutor and supervisor. Kate is an accredited member of the BACP and a registered member of the ACC and ADMP and adheres to the BACP code of ethical practice. She has been working with survivors of trafficking and women in prostitution in Berlin and London for the last 17 years and is passionate about using her therapeutic skills, particularly creative interventions, to support the women she journeys alongside at Rahab.
Siona Correia
Siona brings over five years of frontline and coordination experience supporting vulnerable women across India and the UK. Before joining Rahab, she helped establish a 50‑bed Mental Health Halfway Home in a conflict‑affected district in India, navigating police, judicial and clinical processes to create safe pathways out of institutional care. She has coordinated multi‑agency responses to domestic violence, trained public health workers in safeguarding, and developed monitoring frameworks for 4,000 civil service staff in partnership with UNICEF. She also managed a multi‑sectoral portfolio worth over £8.7 million. Siona holds an MSc in Social Innovation & Entrepreneurship from the London School of Economics, with research focused on values‑based AI governance. Her commitment to dignity, coordination and supporting women in crisis makes her a valued member of the Rahab team.
Vanna Derosas
Vanna has 20 years’ experience working in the voluntary sector. She joined Rahab in 2020 and has recently been working as the organisation’s Interim Fundraiser, writing funding bids and reports. Prior to joining Rahab, Vanna worked with women affected by the criminal justice system and victims of trafficking. She has held management and senior management roles and devised educational projects for minoritised groups including women from the Roma community. Vanna is a UCL alumna. She holds an MSc Child Development, Postgraduate Certificate in Psychology, MA Comparative Literature and Translation Theories, and a BA in Linguistics. She is a Clore Social Leadership programme alumna.
Mylène Vellay
With over two decades of experience spanning the NGO and private sectors, Mylène began her career in intercultural education and youth work. A dedicated advocate for refugee communities, she has worked with UK-based charities including HERA, Fences & Frontiers, and Screen Share for over ten years. Her 15 years of project management and CRM expertise, developed in the private sector, are a valuable asset to the charities she works with today. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Foreign Languages and fluent in four languages, she is currently working towards a Public Service Interpreting qualification. Mylène is passionate about multicultural environments and committed to making a meaningful difference in people's lives.
Angela Belotti
With over 20 years’ experience across the retail, public, private and charity sectors, Angela brings a diverse background spanning PMO, project and portfolio management, process improvement, business administration, operational delivery, and stakeholder engagement. She enjoys bringing structure to complexity, finding practical solutions, and helping people navigate change with confidence. Throughout her career, she has supported strategic programmes, strengthened governance and processes, coordinated teams and stakeholders, and helped organisations work more effectively. Organised, proactive and approachable, Angela combines a strong work ethic with a genuine desire to make a difference. Curious and collaborative by nature, she brings a broad perspective, practical mindset, and people-focused approach to everything she does.
Bex Keer MBE
Bex, a BA graduate and ISVA qualified, has extensive experience leading projects and teams in the UK and globally. A founding member of STOP THE TRAFFIK, she brings vast expertise to her role at Rahab. A strategic and creative thinker, she challenges systemic issues to enhance support for women. Alongside her work at Rahab, Bex is the lead pastor at The Bear Church in London, engaging with women, volunteers, and key partners. In 2024, she received the Rebuilding Lives Award from the Human Trafficking Foundation on Anti-Slavery Day, recognising her outstanding contribution to the fight against modern slavery. In 2026, she was awarded an MBE in recognition of her outstanding work in prevention of violence against women and girls.
