Anna Zecharia brings extensive experience in strategy, governance and cross-sector collaboration, having held senior leadership roles across science, health and inclusion.
With a PhD in neuropharmacology, Anna began her career as a research scientist, before going on to lead programmes, policy work and campaigns with national influence - including as Director of Policy & Public Affairs at the British Pharmacological Society and as co-founder of ScienceGrrl, a grassroots movement for gender equality in science. Her career has bridged research, education and equity, including serving on the Development Board of EDIS, a coalition dedicated to advancing equity and inclusion in science and health.
Previously Director of Programmes & Partnerships and Deputy Executive Director at the International Alliance of Mental Health Research Funders, where she led international programmes and collaborations across the mental health research ecosystem, Anna currently works as an independent consultant in mental health research and innovation. She is particularly interested in how structures shape collective wellbeing and is committed to inclusive, person-centred approaches to mental health. She is also training in shamanic healing, and brings a values-led approach to leadership shaped by compassion and integrity.