Our Team
ARVIND MALHOTRA,
FOUNDER & DIRECTOR
“It’s my belief that each one of us needs to play our role to tackle the challenges we face around the world. Whether it be the challenges of climate change, access to quality education or economic inequality we can all make a difference. Through small changes comes big impact. At Challenges Abroad Australia we are committed to developing global citizens who are able to define their purpose, share their passion and put their mission into practice as leaders of the future. We would like to invite you on our journey together, to create a better world and become part of a community of people who care.”
Kieran West,
HEAD OF OPERATIONS
“I’ve been with Challenges Abroad Australia since 2014, and the most rewarding part of my role is seeing the joy and excitement that our participants bring to the rural communities we work with around the world. Spending time in Cambodia earlier on in my career gave me the pleasure of seeing first-hand the difference that our programs make! This experience really opened my eyes to what it means to be a Global Citizen.”
CHLOE ROTHWELL,
MARKETING AND ENGAGEMENT MANAGER
“My opportunities to travel, combined with my Indian heritage, is what sparked my interest in different cultures, and excitement about exploring new places. My passion for travelling took on new meaning after I participated in an overseas volunteer trip to Cambodia during my time at university. Since then, I have been focused on being more sustainable and making a difference (whether overseas or locally). In my role at Challenges Abroad I aim to inspire like-minded individuals to take on a similar challenge and take action as Global Citizens.”
ELIZA WILTON,
UNIVERSITY PARTNERSHIPS MANAGER
“With a background in outdoor and experiential education, I am passionate about global learning opportunities and cultural connections. Having studied, lived and worked across the South Pacific, South-East Asia, the Americas and UK, I came to see the true value of a global education and am excited to be working as University Partnerships Manager. I look forward to seeing Challenge Abroad students engage with local communities and support long-term projects that contribute to a more interconnected and sustainable world!”
ANDY BROWN,
HEAD OF STRATEGY AND ENGAGEMENT
“My passion for Learning Abroad is personal and professional. I took a 'year-out' from my undergraduate degree to volunteer with an International NGO in Cambodia. The experience was the foundation of my career in international education and development. I've worked in the Learning Abroad space for more than 15 years and joined Challenges Abroad in 2023. I love the social enterprise basis of the organisation and the opportunity to help good people do great things!”