Megan joined UWC International as a Programmes Officer in August 2023. Her role is focused on National Committee capacity building with an emphasis on promotion projects. 

Megan holds a BA in International Relations, and an MA in Gender, Violence and Conflict from the University of Sussex. Predominantly focused on refugee mental health support and access to education, she has spent most of her career in UK-based NGOs working to make support systems more relevant and accessible to migrants. Prior to joining UWC, Megan worked as a Modern Slavery and Victim Care Advisor at Migrant Help, a UK based charity supporting survivors of exploitation. 

Passionate about mental health support, she currently volunteers as a Listening Volunteer for the Samaritans. 

Megan grew up in Kenya and has a love for travel that she tries to build into her work and personal life. In her spare time Megan enjoys jewellery making, painting, digital art, wild swimming and cooking. 

Contact Details

Email: megan.mcgurk@uwcio.uwc.org