Krystal is an accomplished nonprofit leader with a background in humanitarian aid and refugee response. She holds a master’s degree in Middle East Politics from SOAS, University of London, and has extensive experience in program development and implementation, budget management, and operations.

Krystal is driven to alleviate suffering and improve access to vital services in underserved communities, especially in high-risk, low-resource environments. She has led strategic initiatives to address complex humanitarian issues on refugee integration, livelihoods, and education within marginalized communities for international NGOs throughout Europe and the Middle East.

In her spare time, Krystal can be found outdoors (skiing, surfing, hiking in the mountains with her dog) and reading.