Our core team members are the driving force of the organisation, embodying our organisational values and advancing our ambition of ensuring freedom of expression for all peoples in Malaysia.
Our People
Knowledge and Rights with Young people through Safer Spaces (KRYSS) is an organisation that works with young people on the issues of freedom of opinion and expression with a gender lens.
Core Team Members
Angela M. Kuga Thas
Partner-Director
With a 30-year background in promoting human rights, both nationally and internationally, Angela has profound knowledge and expertise gained from her diverse work experiences and networking with human rights advocates. Her areas of focus include gender and information and communication technologies; sexual and reproductive health and rights; women’s rights and the CEDAW Convention; human rights based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression; poverty alleviation; HIV and AIDS; social entrepreneurship; and women’s political equality. Angela is passionate about developing counter narratives to advance freedom of expression for vulnerable and marganisalise groups. Her skills encompass project management, gender evaluation, program assessment, qualitative research, and training, with a focus on gender and digital storytelling.
Nabila Nasir
Partner-Director
Nabila is a returning Malaysian and a senior partnerships and advocacy specialist with 17 years’ experience of multi-stakeholder project coordination and program expansion through strategic lenses in the international development and humanitarian sector. With a background on sexual and reproductive health and rights, her portfolio focused on resource mobilization and donor relationship management; research and policy development; design and implementation of evidence-based advocacy and communication initiatives; leveraging global financing and partnership mechanisms in development and humanitarian sub-sectors. She has experience in leading teams and coordinating alliances in diverse cultural contexts (Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa) involving project, field and corporate settings, and managing budget portfolios of up to 300 million USD.
Shasha Supramaniam
Research and Documentation Officer
Shasha has cultivated expertise in integrating legal frameworks with digital initiatives across the Asia Pacific region with her diverse background steeped in research, data-driven negotiation and strategic analysis. Shasha blends legal acumen, passion for human rights, sustainability and education with technical proficiency in coding and cloud computing. A proactive trainer and consultant, Shasha has contributed significantly to digital literacy and business optimization for micro-SMEs, demonstrating a commitment to leveraging technology for social and environmental impact.
Hazri Haili
Project Coordinator
Hazri Haili is a seasoned project manager with a decade of experience spearheading initiatives in education, human rights, and community development. His expertise lies in crafting and implementing effective educational programs, fostering strong community engagement, and building lasting partnerships.
With a proven track record in project management, Hazri excels at navigating complex projects, managing budgets, and delivering results within tight deadlines. His exceptional interpersonal skills enable him to cultivate strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including government officials, donors, and community leaders.
Hazri is passionate about driving positive social change and empowering marginalised communities. He brings a deep understanding of cultural sensitivity and a commitment to diversity and inclusion to his work. His academic pursuits, including a Chevening Scholarship to study Education, Power, and Social Change at Birkbeck, University of London, further equip him to address complex social issues and create sustainable impact.
At KRYSS Network, Hazri plays a pivotal role in coordinating projects that align with the organisation’s mission of creating a safe, inclusive learning environment for the youth of the country. His ability to effectively manage projects, build partnerships, and engage communities is instrumental in achieving the network’s goals.
Ruhaishah
Communication and Media Officer
Ruhaishah is a Governance & Public Policy graduate from a local university, whose ambition is to write a fictional novel that amplifies the voices of marginalised groups. A strong believer in social justice through reforms, Ruhaishah has been involved in community work, journalism and even politics to help her grasp a better understanding of the system from the grassroots level. Ruhaishah was one of the individuals involved in running a program called Women in Power founded by YB Amira Aisya, an initiative aimed to provide a safe space for young women to take up leadership roles. With the knowledge she has gained and a strong determination, Ruhaishah hopes that she can continue to contribute her best to making the world a better place for every single person, regardless of their gender, race, belief or sexual orientation.
Abdullah Nishad
Advocacy and Outreach Officer
Abdullah is currently pursuing his Master of Public Policy at University of Malaya. He is a firm believer in the upliftment of marginalised communities. Prior to joining KRYSS Network, he has worked with organisations such as Teach for Malaysia, the United Nations Development Programme, the Centre for Governance & Political Studies and KPMG Malaysia. During his time at Teach for Malaysia where he served at an Orang Asli community in Perak, he saw the inequalities that were faced by the community and felt there was a need for policy itnerventions that are actually implemented on-the-ground. Abdullah is passionate about social policy and strongly advocates for the participation of youth in policy and advocacy.