Who We Are

Sophie McCann

Head of research, has completed a masters in Conflict Security and Development in the War Studies Department at King's College London. Having completed her postgraduate dissertation on the role of land and oil in Sudan's civil wars, Sophie's particular interests lie in the root causes and dynamics of conflict, refugees and IDPs, and humanitarian aid. Sophie coordinates the research for Article 1.

Louise Roland-Gosselin

Executive Director, completed a masters in Human Rights at the London School of Economics. Having grown up abroad and worked in Rwanda and Morocco, she has a particular interest in conflict resolution, refugee-related issues and genocide prevention. She has carried out fact-finding trips to Chad, Northern Uganda, Rwanda and Central African Republic. Louise runs the overall activities of Article 1.

Olivia Warham

Head of Communication, has a degree in Politics from Durham University. She has previously worked with Refugee Action, researching the problems faced by female asylum seekers in the UK and the shortfalls they encounter with the Home Office asylum system. She has also conducted research for Response International, a medical response charity working in Pakistan and Lebanon, largely with victims of landmines.  At Article 1, Olivia is responsible for fund-raising and public awareness/press coverage of the children's drawings.

Benedetta Cassinelli

Head of Exhibitions, has a MA in Media Policy Studies from City University and a BA Hons in International Business Administration from European Business School. She has worked in Communications and PR organising exhibitions and fund raising events for Luxury Companies and Charities. At Article 1, Benedetta is responsible for organising the children's drawing exhibitions across the world in order to increase awareness on the subject. Benedetta has always been interested in campaigning for refugees and supporting children and women rights.