Arabella brings the vision – guiding Connect with Nature with purpose and heart. From shaping the big picture to unlocking new possibilities, she ensures that every initiative inspires meaningful, lasting impact. With a deep-rooted passion for people and planet, Arabella champions inclusive engagement that empowers communities to take ownership of conservation and climate action.

Aisha is a Project Manager and Analyst at the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, driven by a strong passion for environmental sustainability and empowering the younger generation to take meaningful climate action. She holds a Master’s degree in Energy and Sustainability Business from UCAM, Spain, and a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science from Abu Dhabi University. She also holds a professional certification in Circular Economy and Sustainability Strategies from Cambridge Judge Business School.

Aisha successfully led the Youth Congress at the World Environmental Education Congress and brought and managed the Baadr App (now known as Naha), supporting youth engagement in sustainability initiatives. She currently serves as a member of the IUCN Youth Advisory Committee for the 2024–2026 term.

Tamara began her journey as an Ambassador for Nature within the Connect with Nature program, where she developed a deep commitment to environmental engagement and youth empowerment. Today, she serves as the Project Manager of the program, overseeing the implementation of its strategy and bridging vision with delivery to empower youth and communities to take meaningful action. With purpose and passion, she ensures that every experience, partnership, and initiative contributes to a growing movement for environmental stewardship in the UAE.

A former Connect with Nature Ambassador turned team lead, Fayaz now drives the program from within. He leads on Work Experience, the Educational Toolkit, Community Leader development, and Reporting & Impact – transforming ideas into meaningful action and measurable impact.

Shamma is a Specialist – Youth and Community at the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) and a member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Youth Advisory Committee. She is passionate about empowering young people to take an active role in protecting the planet. A graduate of Zayed University with a degree in Environmental Science and Sustainability, she has represented the UAE at COP25, contributed to the World Environmental Education Congress (WEEC) 2024, and supported the development of the region’s first environmental e-learning platform, e-GREEN.

Arwa steers youth toward meaningful action through programmes like Connect with Nature, the Sustainable Schools Initiative, and Murshed – Youth Rangers. A proud representative of the UAE at COP28 and WEEC12, she shapes environmental outreach at EAD and equips youth with the tools to protect the planet.

Drithi serves as a key operational anchor within Connect with Nature, ensuring seamless coordination across teams and partners to bring conservation initiatives to life. She liaises with external stakeholders to secure locations, permits, and strategic collaborations that enable impactful field delivery. Alongside leading and supporting trips, she contributes to the quantification of citizen science data through PPSR reporting—helping translate community participation into measurable, evidence-based environmental impact.

Harish supports the end-to-end delivery of Connect with Nature — overseeing bookings, communications, and program coordination to ensure every trip and event runs seamlessly. He also leads the program’s digital presence, managing social media and website platforms to strengthen outreach and engagement across the UAE.