Meet The Team

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Trustees

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Professional Advisors

Ines Alves (she/her) Ines is a lecturer in Inclusive Education at the University of Glasgow. She is one of the LUNA professional advisors. She is a fountain of knowledge about all things education, and the speediest writer of research proposals we know! When she is not thinking about all things inclusive education she enjoys running.

Jessica Mulholland – I’m Jessica, I came to LUNA as a professional advisor, after acquiring a disability and being very much in need of disabled joy! I recently left the NHS and am now working in a homeless charity. Outside of this I read obsessively, love aqua aerobics and zumba and have recently acquired a second cat!

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Media Team

Christy Burdett – Hi I’m Christy and I’m LUNA’s admin assistant! I started as a supporter for the charity as my friends are a part of the media team and my passion for what LUNA does/stands for meant that I quickly found myself volunteering and I love it! All of my close friends are disabled and I have seen the continuous positive impact that LUNA has on people, and I am a firm believer this charity will change the world with friendship at its core. Outside of LUNA I love cooking for my friends and family and watching true crime.

Hannah Frost (She/They) – I’m Hannah, a Law Graduate with a postgraduate diploma in Law and masters in Business Management. I’m part of LUNA’s media team and enjoy being able to create resources and raise awareness for disability. When I’m not volunteering with LUNA you can find me volunteering for Migraine World Summit, reading and writing a blog about chronic illness and disability.

Kieran Mehta (he/him) – Hiya, I’m Kieren (he/him, 22) & I’m an Astrophysics student at the University of Glasgow, graduating in ’23. I’ve been with LUNA since the start — in the sense that I’ve known our fab founders since 2018 — but I’ve been on the LUNA media team since 2022. I really enjoy cycling, climbing, writing & illustration but all of those have become harder since having a chronic illness; I was struggling with being ill but LUNA has been such a fantastic community to be a part of, and I am so thankful for it & the work I get to do.

Kirsten Lloyd (she/her) – Hi, I’m Kirsten. I am a third year medical student at the university of Leeds and love being a part of the LUNA’s media team. Outside of studying I love horses, running and going on walks with the dogs!

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Education Team

Hannah L – Hi, I’m Hannah and I’m the co-chair of LUNA’s education committee. When I’m not working on projects with LUNA you can find me writing stories about disabled characters, playing dungeons and dragons, and making cosplays.

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Other Members of the LUNA Team

Aaron Dekka – I am a student waiting for my oral exams. In my leisure time mountain climbing is a go to. An advocate for Inclusion, Diversity and Equity in learning institutions.

Amber Daw (she/her) – Hi, I’m Amber, LUNA’s Media and Inclusion Trustee. I’ve been a part of Team LUNA since January 2021 and I couldn’t be more grateful for all the opportunities and friendships LUNA has given me. I am studying for an MA in Inclusive Education which ties in wonderfully with all things LUNA. Away from studies I am a massive bookworm and dog enthusiast who loves nothing more than being by the sea!

Anna Gallagher (she/her) – Hi! I’m Anna, I’m an FY1 Doctor. I am passionate about The LUNA Project because I think disability education is the best way to help people support their friends. Outside of LUNA I am a yearly volunteer in Lourdes, and I love my violin, comic books and musical theatre.

Anthony Collins (he/him) – Hi! I’m Anthony. I’m 18 and currently a first year at Glasgow University, studying Law and English Literature. I joined the Luna Project because I saw the brilliant things they were doing and wanted to take part, as I truly believe the work that The LUNA Project does is so important. In my free time I love comic books, writing, novels and drawing.

Beth Light (she/they) – Hi, I’m Beth, and I’m part of LUNA’s Education team. In my professional life I work for a disability charity, and I’m also a part-time student, studying online for a BSc in Health Sciences. I joined LUNA to share my passion for educating people about disability, and sharing my lived experiences of both disabled joy, but also ableism, to advocate for a more equitable society. In my free time, I enjoy crafts, computer games (mainly The Sims!) and playing with my dog Barney, who is also disabled!

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Chloe Turner (she/her) – Hi, I’m Chloe! I’m studying for my PhD in English with Creative Writing at the University of York. I joined LUNA because I wanted to have more of a disabled community, and I’ve been having lots of fun on the Media team ever since. I’m a huge animal lover (you can normally find me making friends with the nearest cat!), I am obsessed with mythology, and I spend most of my time travelling.

Claire Robertson (she/her) – Hello, my name is Claire! I am an MSc Health Psychology graduate from St Andrews University. I am currently in the 2nd year of my health comics PhD at the University of Aberdeen. I specialised in Health Psychology so I can help promote positive health behaviours and support individuals who have a chronic illness or disability. In my current research, I am focusing on the understanding of, engagement with, and attitudes towards public health information – vital for increasing awareness and helping reduce stigma. When I am not studying, I enjoy playing golf, cycling, crocheting and going on walks with the dogs.

Dasa Novysedlakova (she/her) – Hello! I am currently a student of Neuroscience at the University of Glasgow. The greatest joy brings me exploring the outdoors – mountains and forests and coasts – be it through hiking, kayaking, cross country skiing, or really any means that allow me to get lost in nature (figuratively, and due to my navigational skills quite often also literally). I enjoy board games, long conversations, and rash ideas.

Eilidh Murphy (she/her) – I’m Eilidh. I play and coach netball, and spend as much time as possible with my dogs. I’m passionate about mental health and helping others so when the opportunity to work with The LUNA Project was available I grabbed it with both hands!

Ellie Brownlie – I’m Ellie, I’m 21, and I’m originally from Moray in the North East of Scotland. I’m currently studying Psychology at the University of Glasgow. I have been open to speaking about my Dyslexia and Dyspraxia since being identified, and my identities had inspired me to study Psychology, but getting involved in LUNA has been an amazing opportunity to join with and help others. I love being part of such a passionate and enthusiastic team! When I’m not LUNA-ing, I love scouting, hiking, and sewing

Emma Rush (she/her)- Emma is a youth worker for MAP, a charity in Norfolk. She’s supported young people in a variety of ways, and currently coordinates projects that work within schools. Outside of work, she loves spending time with cats (both her own and other people’s) and hunting out the best gluten and dairy free cake!

Georgia Hayward (she/her) – Hey I’m Georgia I have worked with young people for nearly ten years and have spent six of those working with young people who have rheumatological conditions in the NHS. I am also a volunteer counsellor for MIND working with people from all walks of life!

Imene Kassous – I am a PhD student at University of Glasgow, School of Education. My research interests include autism, inclusive education, and disability studies.I have joined LUNA to learn more about disabilities and long-term health conditions; so that I can contribute to make learning, teaching and daily activities more inclusive

Jamie Adamson (he/him) – Hi, I’m Jamie! I’m 22 and about to go into my final year of uni studying French and English Literature. I am incredibly excited to be working on a podcast for LUNA to facilitate open, personal conversations about life as young people living with disabilities and chronic illnesses. My main pursuit outside of classes is poetry, and I hope to print a small collection for friends/acquaintances/anyone with a couple bucks by the end of the year.

Jas Taylor (they/them) – I’m Jas and I’m a queer disabled person living in Manchester. I have a Master’s in Gender, Sexuality and Culture, a passion for pole dance, pottery, gigs and lady gaga, and spend a lot of time vegetating on my sofa. I am autistic, with Fibromyalgia, ME/CFS, Hashimoto’s, C-ptsd, NEAD, and BPD.

Katherine Hawkes (she/her) – Hi, I’m Katherine! I joined LUNA in 2021 while studying BSc Psychology at The University of York. Since graduating, I’ve been gaining experience as a support worker for individuals with mental health issues and learning difficulties. This work has shown me how someone’s care can become depersonalised, as if everyone is expected to have the same interests and to always be happy. I love that LUNA helps people feel accepted no matter how they experience the world.

Laura McCafferty – Hi, I’m Laura. I’m a third year medical student at the University of Glasgow. The LUNA Project gives me a chance to support other young people living with disabilities by helping to create a more supportive and understanding environment. I love walking my dog and cooking.

Maria Drelciuc (she/her) – Hi! I’m Maria, I’m a medical student at Uni of Glasgow. I joined LUNA in the autumn-winter of 2019 filled with enthusiasm and it’s fantastic to see how much LUNA has grown during this time and how the spirit of community and friendship is helping young people with disabilities to feel more empowered, and those without disabilities to be kinder and more compassionate. I am a hiking enthusiast and I love films and books to no end (same rule applies to dark chocolate digestives).

Meg Hatfield (She/They) – Hi I’m Meg, I’m a 21 year old Neurodivergent and Disability Activist & Advocate and freelance Theatrical Disability, Accessibility and Welfare Advisor. I’m currently studying Psychology Conversion Masters at Exeter University, with a view to specialise in Drama Therapy. I have particular training in accessibility and the arts and consistently push for primary lived experience to be involved in every aspect of the creative process to ensure minority voice is platformed rather than spoken over.

Meghann Paterson – (She/Her) I’m Meghann, I have just graduated from an English Literature and Language Degree at UofG! When I am not reading, I love listening to podcasts, spending time outdoors and playing with my kitten! I joined LUNA to work with like minded people to spread awareness of chronic illness and disabilities in young people.

Mehar (she/her) – Hi! I’m Mehar, 23, founder of It’s complicated blog and instagram page. I am an Afghan Sikh, from London. Last year I graduated university and am now working on my blog alongside working with LUNA. My aim is to raise awareness for, and educate others about, life with multiple chronic illnesses as there isn’t much knowledge in the medical world around some of my conditions, which needs to change. I love spirituality, reading, baking, cooking, music, and fashion!

Merry Wilkinson – Hi, my name is Merry. I recently joined the LUNA project as a Professional Advisor to support this fantastic charity as much as I can. I am a medical research scientist at UCL and Great Ormond Street Hospital working with young people with rheumatic disease. I play tag rugby; my favourite flowers are sunflowers and I love inventive baking and cooking.

Priyanshi Acharya – Priyanshi works as a Crisis Recovery Worker at a mental health charity after having graduated from the Msc. Psychological Science programme at UofG. Her passion for mental health and neurodiversity stems from lived experience of surviving OCD and ADHD. She aims to continually educate others about these causes and more.

Rebecca McGregor (she/her) – I’m Becky, I’m currently 18 and have just finished school. In September I am going to start training to become a paediatric nurse. I joined LUNA to help spread awareness about disability and long term health conditions.

Sian Jones (she/her) – Hi, My name is Sian. I’m a Senior Lecturer in Psychology and Education at Queen Margaret University in Edinburgh. As a disabled academic with r / hemiplegia / cerebral palsy, I am really passionate about helping student-teachers to understand and explore chronic illnesses and dis/ability. The work that the LUNA project does is amazingly helpful with that! Alongside that, my research is about disability representation in the toy industry. Outside of work, I live in East Lothian with my wife and my cat and spend most of my spare time crocheting.

Stefanie Zych – Hi! I’m Stefanie (21 and from the US), and I’m excited to be a part of LUNA’s Resources group. Advocating for disabled and chronically ill people is so important to me, and LUNA provides the perfect platform for me to do that. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, spending time outdoors, and connecting with friends.

Thapi Semenya – Thapi Semenya is a Diabetes and NCDs advocate who is passionate about advocacy. She has been a person living with diabetes for 17 years. She has been using her social media accounts to educate about her multiple chronic conditions namely Diabetes, Vitiligo and Bipolar Disorder. She is currently studying Law and she is looking to specialise in health law. She is passionate about advocating for access for the basic diabetes management needs and affordability to diabetes technologies. She started advocating in 2018 when she realised that she actually wanted to form a community and allow for a space where people living with diabetes can come together and share their hopes and struggles. As time went, she started growing an interest in global health and her biggest wish is to see Africa reach accessibility to technologies and improved healthcare. Her volunteer work includes working with a Glasgow based charity committed to raising awareness of and supporting disabled young people called The Luna Project UK as a Professional Advisor. She is also a dedoc° voice. She is currently a volunteer as part of Media & Communications for Mutual Aid Diabetes. She is also a trainee in the International Diabetes Federation, Young Leaders in Diabetes programme for 2022-2024 and she is the Digital Lead for the Parliamentarians for Diabetes Global Network in the UK.

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We also want to acknowledge the immense contribution of folks who have been part of the LUNA team/have helped us along the way. Each and every one of you have been part of making LUNA what is and you will always be part of LUNA!

Thank you to: Aoife Aitken, Mirren Buchanan, Grace Stanley, Ayah Wafi, Marina Politis, Amber Thornton, Heather Evans, Anna Gallagher and anyone else we’ve forgotten!