Tam was born in Zimbabwe, raised in South Africa and has lived in Mauritius for the last 15 years. She has volunteered in underprivileged communities around the world since a child. Running an antiretroviral access program throughout Southern Africa, instilled in Tam a deeper determination to address and solve challenges faced by those living in poverty.

Nash, born in Mauritius, spent 17 years in the UK qualifying as a Chartered Accountant with a masters degree in Strategic Management. He has 20 years experience in auditing and consulting for large, blue chip international companies. Nash has been engaged in numerous social projects to better the lives of those in need.

Hudson, a Cameroonian living in Mauritius, says his satisfaction comes from helping anyone in need: from organising events to create awareness and raise funds for the fight against Ebola in Sierra Leone to helping sponsor children in Ugandan orphanages. This desire is what attracted Hudson to I61 Foundation, and he hopes to continue to be a blessing to others.

Collette has a heart for helping people realise their potential and self-worth, and is also the founder of the Miaraka Foundation. She has also co-authored and written songs for the Christian musical, Miaraka: A Time to Dance, from which the proceeds went to empowerment projects for impoverished women in Madagascar.

Mauritian-born Audrey is a recently qualified architect having already changed the lives of many families through her profession. Audrey is the founder of C5lakaz, a social housing project, and is engaged in other similar social projects. Her incredible heart to help underprivileged communities means Audrey dedicates her time and energy to help empower people.

Ricardo has been committed to serving from a young age. More so, his work as Land Surveyor has taken him to some very remote areas of the island of Mauritius, thus witnessing real life situations of much needed help by families and individuals. He feels privileged to take this personal commitment to another level with I61 Foundation.