Becky is a co-founder of MRU and the organisational powerhouse behind many of our actions. After a varied career as both a corporate lawyer and an officer in the British Army, she is now a stay-at-home mother. As a full time carer for one of her two boys, she has a unique insight into how social injustices impact people with disabilities.

Maya is a co-founder of MRU, leading on strategy and campaigns. She also co-leads the Our Kids’ Climate global parent network. Maya was Head of Humanitarian Campaigns and Policy at Oxfam for many years and has also worked with the International Crisis Group. She is an Asylum Matters trustee. Maya has three children, who inspire (and exhaust) her every day.

Chryso is a co-founder of MRU and a talented creative. Reading the IPCC report in 2018 completely floored her and she hasn't stopped campaigning since. Chryso is a freelance prop-maker and creates the incredible props used in our actions. She has a wonderful teenage daughter.

Lorna works across various MRU areas including strategy, finance and communication. She is a passionate advocate for social, health and environmental justice. Lorna is also an NHS urgent care doctor and the mother of two small children who wake up too early.

Bongi is a social media expert with a passion for environmental campaign work. She also organises for Project Embrace, promoting the celebration of afro textured hair. Bongi has a one year old daughter.

Claire is a public relations practitioner, media strategist and journalist. She played a pivotal role in the campaign to stop fracking in her home area of Lancashire. Claire is the mother of two empowered teenage daughters.

Mothers Rise Up’s work is supported by many more brilliant mothers. We work with parents groups in the UK and across the globe including Parents for Future, Mums For Lungs, the Ella Roberts Family Foundation and Our Kids’ Climate. We are supported by and collaborate with the Insure Our Future campaign.