Amour Destiné team are appointed as leaders to help us Inspire, Unite and Empower women and girls affected by socio-economic deprivation in the UK. They do this by providing 1:1 Advocacy and Mentoring support, facilitating mentoring programmes, counselling, representing us at events, championing our values and most importantly as true examples that you can create your own destiny, to succeed!
Outreach Officer
Rania Elbashier
Part time Outreach Officer
Rania is a part-time Outreach Officer at Amour Destiné. She provides practical and emotional support to women affected by domestic abuse, harmful practices, and trauma, helping them access services and support within their communities.
Rania has extensive experience supporting survivors of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) from working at the international charity FORWARD UK and, as an Arabic speaker, helps reduce language barriers for women seeking support. She also facilitates our free weekly drop-in sessions, providing advice, guidance, and a welcoming space for women affected by harm and abuse.
Independent Domestic Violence Advocate's (IDVA's)
Aisha
Part Time Independent Domestic Abuse Advocate (IDVA)
Aisha works for us on a part time-freelance basis as an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) with extensive experience in the domestic abuse and criminal justice sectors.
Alongside her role with Amour Destiné, she works as a Manager with the Drive Partnership, bringing a wealth of specialist knowledge and expertise to her practice. Aisha supports survivors whose perpetrators are engaged with the Drive Partnership across London, helping them to understand risk, strengthen safety planning, and access the support they need. With a professional background in Probation and significant leadership experience within domestic abuse services, she provides informed, trauma-informed, and survivor-centred support to women experiencing complex and high-risk situations.
Please note: Aisha has chosen not to display her photograph on our website in accordance with her personal beliefs and faith. We respect and support her decision.
Natalie
Independent Domestic Abuse Advocate (IDVA)
Olubukola
Independent Domestic Abuse Advocate (IDVA)
Counsellors & Psychotherapists
Allison Ross-John
Children & Young Persons Trainee Counsellor
Allison Ross-John is a Senior Children’s Rights Officer based in London, who is passionate about championing the rights and wellbeing of children and young people in care. She brings a strong foundation in advocacy, justice, and safeguarding, and is known for her enthusiasm, clarity, and compassionate approach, especially when supporting vulnerable individuals navigating complex care systems.
Alongside her work, Allison is deeply committed to her journey toward becoming a therapist. She believes in the power of healing through connection, reflection, and creating safe spaces. Her approach is rooted in empathy and a deep respect for each person’s story. In multi-agency settings, she’s recognised for her thoughtful communication and collaborative spirit.
Outside of work, Allison finds inspiration in creativity, emotional growth, and the kind of listening that allows people to feel truly seen and heard.
Hodan Adan Haji Omer
Counsellor
Hodan is a BACP certified counsellor and who supports women who are engaged with our advocacy service with 1:1 counselling Support, to improve the quality and access to wellbeing services for women and girls affected by mental health challenges.
Originally trained in the person-centred approach. Over time, her work has evolved into an integrative style, allowing her to tailor her approach to meet each client’s unique needs. She works primarily with women and young people, offering 1:1 counselling sessions in a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space.
Hodan believes that clients are the experts of their own lives. Together, she and her clients create a space for growth, self-discovery, and empowerment , a space where individuals can develop greater self-understanding and move toward positive change at their own pace.
Please note: Hodan has chosen not to display her photograph on our website in accordance with her personal beliefs and faith. We respect and support her decision.
Some of our Ambassadors
Isatu
Amour Destiné Ambassador & Trustee
Isatu is a Social Anthropologist graduate from the University of Essex and the author of The Power of Perseverance and Resilience navigating Forster care, abandonment, and abuse.
Isatu is passionate about sharing the importance of having a positive mindset, knowing your identity, and achieving your purpose all through perseverance and resilience. All character traits that she believes can be developed.
Isatu represents Amour Destiné to improve the quality and access to Harmful Practice, Domestic/Sexual Abuse and wellbeing educational services for care experienced women and girls.
Starr
Youth Ambassador
Starr is Amour Destiné’s Youth Ambassador and plays an important role in shaping activities and opportunities for young people. She brings creativity, energy, and fresh ideas to help make our programmes engaging, fun, and meaningful.
Starr works closely with the Outreach Team, supporting the delivery of workshops and community activities for young people across the boroughs we serve. She helps ensure young people’s voices are heard and reflected in our services.
As part of an alternative school arrangement, Starr is also developing her administrative and professional skills through hands-on experience with the organisation, building confidence and gaining valuable experience for her future aspirations.
Melica
Amour Destiné Ambassador
Melica is an Amour Destiné’s Ambassadors and works closely with our Outreach Team across the boroughs we serve. She regularly attends community events, workshops, and awareness-raising activities, helping to connect with women and communities who may benefit from our services. Through her approachable and engaging presence, Melica helps build relationships, raise awareness of our work, and ensure women know where they can access support.
Sanata
Amour Destiné Ambassador
Mariam
Amour Destiné Ambassador
Mariam is an Ambassador at Amour Destiné and is passionate about improving the experiences of families navigating the family court system. As a fluent Bengali speaker, she helps to engage and connect with women from diverse communities, ensuring they can access information and support in a way that feels accessible and culturally relevant.
Drawing on her lived experience and commitment to positive change, Mariam actively co-designs group discussions and engagement activities with other survivors at Amour Destiné. Through this work, she helps amplify survivor voices and contributes to improving the support provided by local and national agencies, and the family courts for women and families affected by abuse and adversity.
Please note: Mariam Sudiname is a pseudonym. Her name has been changed to protect her identity and maintain her privacy.