About Us
Campus Head
Israr Khan
Israr Khan is the President of the Oxford Union and a Ph.D. candidate in Law at the University of Oxford, specializing in international investment law. He also teaches Civil Dispute Resolution at the Oxford Law Faculty. A Barrister-at-Law from Lincoln’s Inn, he was awarded the prestigious Droop Scholarship for outstanding performance.
Tutors
Rafiullah Kakar
Rafiullah Kakar is a public policy specialist and youth advocate with extensive experience in development, governance, and research. He has worked with multiple international organizations and government bodies on policy reform, youth empowerment, and community leadership initiatives. A Fulbright and Rhodes Scholar, Rafiullah brings a wealth of experience in real-world leadership challenges and solutions. He is currently pursuing his Phd at Cambridge
Rinchan Mirza
Rinchan has vast experience of teaching and research at Oxford University and has also worked in a major consulting firm.
Dr. Maurizio Tinnirello
PHD in politics and International Relations He has tutored students at Cambridge, Columbia and Oxford Universities. He has over four years of teaching experience and taught Politics and International relations at the Oxford Institute.
Dr. Hannah Meslen
Research fellow at Oxford Martin School at Oxford University. She holds a PhD in Law and has published in the realms of legal theory and the philosophy of punishment. She delivered a lecture on 'Modernity and Technological Progress' at the Oxford Institute's summer programme.
Dr. Helen De Cruz
Research fellow at the Faculty of Philosophy at Oxford University. Her areas of expertise include the philosophy of cognitive science, philosophy of religion and naturalistic approaches to epistemology. Her research aims to answer "Is it reasonable (for humans) to hold religious beliefs?
Ashlee Stester
Ashlee holds a Master of Science in Diplomatic Studies at Oxford university. A U.S.-trained and licensed attorney specializing in international law. She currently lectures at the University of Cambridge, Boston University, and Verm Law School, bringing a focus on practical problem-solving to her teaching.
Deans
Leo Buckley
Leo Buckley reads History at Trinity College Oxford. As a former President of the Oxford Union, he began competitive debating as a finalist at the Oxford Union Schools Debating Championship and has since debated against figures such as Former Speaker of the House, Kevin McCarthy. He is also a Documentary Producer with projects focusing on the Middle East. His experience ranges from political advocacy to working in the House of Commons and assisting startups with media strategies.
Bob Sira Sira
Bob Sira is a technology strategist and entrepreneur with extensive experience in artificial intelligence and digital transformation. He works with Microsoft and has advised global organizations on integrating AI-driven solutions for leadership and innovation. With a background in software engineering and business strategy, Bob has helped startups and established enterprises leverage technology for sustainable growth.
Liza Barkova
Liza is a student at the University of Oxford, where she studies Philosophy, Public Policy, and Economics. She has a keen interest in leadership development, ethical decision-making, and policy implementation. Liza has been involved in various academic and extracurricular initiatives focusing on youth empowerment and critical thinking, making her an excellent mentor for aspiring young leaders.
Sid Nagrath
Sid is a student at the University of Oxford, where he studies Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) and is a debater at the Oxford Union. As the Secretary of the Oxford Union, he has played a key role in organizing high-profile debates and discussions. Sid has a strong background in competitive debating and leadership training, making him an excellent mentor for young debaters and future leaders.
