Ayesha Saran to take up Director of Programmes & Learning post at BCT

Barrow Cadbury Trust is very pleased to announce the appointment of Ayesha Saran to the post of Director of Programmes and Learning. Ayesha has been Head of Migration at the Trust for several years, successfully establishing the migration programme as an integral contributor and player in the migration sector, as well as championing progressive narratives and strategic communication approaches both in the UK and in Europe.

Ayesha’s appointment follows a process led by our recruitment partner Green Park which attracted an outstanding field of candidates. Her knowledge and experience in the philanthropic field will put her in a strong position to push ahead with the Trust’s ambitious plans to engage with partners and share the learning from our work to advance social justice.

Our current Director of Programmes, Debbie Pippard, will sadly be leaving the Trust in Spring 2026.