WASD and all its affiliated organisations, platforms and forums are managed by various teams from across the world. Together with WASD core team in the UK, many people working as one team participating in the successful implementation of the various initiatives, including Executive Committees, Experts Advisory Boards, Regional/Country/University Coordinators, academics, researchers, students, administrators, volunteers, partners and others from around the world and we continue looking for new talented and committed colleagues to join our various initiatives. To join our team, please contact Mrs Janet Snow (janet.snow@wasd.org.uk).
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