Kelly Schut

Kelly Schut currently serves as Directeur and Head of Programmes at Free a Girl, an organization dedicated to combating the sexual exploitation of children, a mission that emphasizes the importance of a safe upbringing for all youth. In addition to this role, Schut is a member of the Social Domain and Housing Committee for the Municipality of Delft with PvdA. Previous experience includes serving as a Grant Manager, Portfolio Manager, and Project Officer at KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation, and as Country Representative for the Philippines at Charita Česká republika, where responsibilities involved collaboration with local partners and project development. Early career roles included Project Manager for Indonesia at Caritas Czech Republic and Research Intern at Vikas Adhyayan Kendra. Educational qualifications include a Master of Science in Management of Public Administration and a Master of Arts in Contemporary Economic History, both from Leiden University.