Meet Our Team
Muscat Mums is run entirely by volunteers and many of them take up more than one role within the organisation.
Here is a short introduction by each coordinator to give you an idea of their background and experience at Muscat Mums.
If you are interested in volunteering for any of the roles, please do let us know as there are always opportunities coming up as mums move country or their children grow up.
Here is a short introduction by each coordinator to give you an idea of their background and experience at Muscat Mums.
If you are interested in volunteering for any of the roles, please do let us know as there are always opportunities coming up as mums move country or their children grow up.
Co-Chair: Marianna
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Hi Mums! I'm Marianna, originally Greek-Korean but born and raised in Oman. Our little family has been on the move (Oman, France, Angola and Madagascar to name a few,) but we're happy to call Muscat home again. I've joined the team as the new chair and can't wait to plan exciting events for you all this year! My girls Sophia (3) and Alix (1) are the reason I'm here with you all today. Although I was born here, I found motherhood quite overwhelming, and I received a ton of support from the Muscat Mums community so I hope you all do too. Whatever you're looking for, we really hope we can help you with it. Thank you for making the community what it is today!
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Co-Chair: Wai-kei
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"We are all now connected by the internet, like neurons in a giant brain." Stephen Hawking.
Our connections to everything around us, define us, so I hope to help create a Muscat Mums culture that allows its volunteers and members to be creative, grow, have fun and build stronger connections! I am a British national, born and raised in London. Ethnically Chinese and grew up in a culturally diverse community. Connecting with people from all walks of life offers unlimited opportunities to learn, so have always found meeting people a fascinating experience. Muscat Mums volunteers have shown me warmth, kindness, organised great events and welcomed me into their homes, after knowing me only for a short time. My son also appreciates the Muscat Mums library and activities. The group would not exist without volunteers, so thank you to all Muscat Mums volunteers, past and present! |
Secretary: April
Finance Officer: Jenny
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Hello! I’m Jenny. I’m Vietnamese-American and have been living in Muscat for six years, and I’ve been in Muscat Mums for five and a half! This group has been an invaluable resource during my time here, and I’m so grateful to give back, now as the financial coordinator (you might remember me as a former toy library coordinator). I also assist the book library mamas and am temporarily housing the library at my home in Al Mouj. My background is in Architecture , but since moving here, I’ve been a full-time mom to my three amazing kids: River (7), Zoe (5), and Jackson (2).
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Bumps and Babes/Scallywags and BP Coordinator: Camila
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Hello my name is Camila and I will be the coordinator for Babes and Scallywags with Kenza and also working on the Business Partners with Olaiya.
I was born in Brazil and raised in Portugal. A first-time mother, a director of restaurants at Ritz Carlton who decided to pause her career in hospitality to experience being a full-time mother. I love traveling and introducing the world to my little baby boy. |
Bumps and Babes and Scallywags Coordinator: Kenza
Hi moms, my name is Kenza and I’ll be the coordinator for Babes and Scallywags with Camila this year.
Half French half Moroccan, I met my husband in Paris and we decided to move to his home country of Oman to raise our baby boy Zein. I’m a full time mom that used to work in event management.
We love traveling, discovering new cultures and foods. Looking forward to organizing playdates for our little ones!
Half French half Moroccan, I met my husband in Paris and we decided to move to his home country of Oman to raise our baby boy Zein. I’m a full time mom that used to work in event management.
We love traveling, discovering new cultures and foods. Looking forward to organizing playdates for our little ones!
Cheeky Monkeys Coordinator: Jana
Hi everyone! I’m Jana, the Cheeky Monkeys coordinator. I’m originally from the Czech Republic, and my husband’s from the UK—so our household is always a mix of accents and tea preferences. We actually met while working in the Maldives. Now, before you picture us lounging on sandy beaches, we lived in the capital, Malé, which is… not quite the tropical paradise you’re imagining! Still, it’s where our story started, so it holds a special place in our hearts.
Since then, we’ve lived in a few other exciting places across Asia—Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia—before making our way to Oman in 2019. Life here was great; we met some incredible people, and then I got pregnant! In 2021, we decided to head back to the Czech Republic to welcome our daughter. Fast forward to 2023, and here we are again, back in Oman—only this time with two daughters! Kaia is 1, and Isabella is 2.5, so things are a bit more chaotic now. When I’m not wrangling my little monkeys, you’ll find me geeking out on graphic design, experimenting in the kitchen, or playing around with new gadgets (yes, I’m a bit of a computer geek too). I love photography and painting, so I always have some creative project on the go.I’m really looking forward to meeting all of you and sharing the fun, laughter, and inevitable toddler meltdowns along the way!
Since then, we’ve lived in a few other exciting places across Asia—Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia—before making our way to Oman in 2019. Life here was great; we met some incredible people, and then I got pregnant! In 2021, we decided to head back to the Czech Republic to welcome our daughter. Fast forward to 2023, and here we are again, back in Oman—only this time with two daughters! Kaia is 1, and Isabella is 2.5, so things are a bit more chaotic now. When I’m not wrangling my little monkeys, you’ll find me geeking out on graphic design, experimenting in the kitchen, or playing around with new gadgets (yes, I’m a bit of a computer geek too). I love photography and painting, so I always have some creative project on the go.I’m really looking forward to meeting all of you and sharing the fun, laughter, and inevitable toddler meltdowns along the way!
Muscateers Coordinator : Denise
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Hello! My name is Denise and I am taking on the role of Muscateers Coordinator this year with Muscat Mums. Though I am Chinese-Filipino, I spent the majority of my childhood in Japan and most of my adulthood in the USA. I moved to Sohar in 2016 to teach in Al Batinah International School as a Learning Support teacher. In 2018 I moved to Muscat to join my husband and had Noah and became a full-time mommy.
We have been very fortunate to have lots of support through my husband’s family who have been in Oman for a very long time. They have allowed us to continue saving the world through Pandemic or conquering the lands of Catan, some of our favorite board games. I also enjoy eating out or making a mess in the kitchen. I look forward to meeting you all! |
Newsletter and Website Coordinator: Kelly
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Hi! I'm Kelly originally from England but an expat for almost eleven years now. When we moved to Muscat in July of 2021, finding Muscat Mums and the support they provide was a real lifeline. It is a community full of fantastic women supporting each other, raising each other up and providing a plethora of offerings not just to enrich our children's lives but ours too. I have a background in Early Years and providing additional support to children who need it. I enjoy family time, travelling, reading, baking and eating!
I look forward to meeting you soon. |
Website Coordinator: Kate
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Hi everyone! My name is Kate and I will be working with the wonderful Kelly on the website.
I've been in Oman over 10 years and I'm Mammy to Kaelan a 13 month old boy. I'm originally from Ireland and work as a primary school teacher. I love travelling and exploring Oman and the world! Kaelan has already seen many beaches, forts, mountains and wadis! Look forward to meeting you all soon! |
Memberships Coordinator: Naveen
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Hi I’m Naveen mom of two little girls. Being part of the Muscat Mums community has helped me navigate motherhood. I joined in 2021 as a business partner coordinator and I’m exciting to be taking on the membership coordinator role.
I look forward to meeting everyone! |
Book Library Coordinators: Laleh
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Hi - my name is Laleh, mum of an amazing 4 y/o daughter named Sharan. I am a physiotherapist and moved to Oman from Iran in 2019. Since I joined Muscat Mums, I started to know a lot of lovely people and in a short time I felt like home - knowing people I can count on and have fun with. I love Oman because of its peaceful atmosphere and so many beautiful places you can explore. My hobbies are cooking, baking, music and singing. I found peace in them. I believe the whole point of life is about listening, understanding and feel each other’s music and the energy comes from us. Only in this way we can be less judgmental and more at peace with ourself and others. Looking forward to see you all and make great memories.
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Toy Library Coordinator: Priyal
Toy Library Coordinator: Samia
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Meet Dr.Samia a dentist who swapped drills for diapers and cavities for cupcakes. She has been a member of Muscat Mums for many years. At the moment a full time mom,she bakes with the same precision she once reserved for teeth. When she’s not volunteering or whipping up treats ,she’s probably hiking, reading or figuring out how to turn a tantrum into a teachable moment or a tasty snack !
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Events Coordinator: Silvana
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Olá Ladies!
I'm Silvana, a Portuguese mom who has lived in Muscat for many years. My adorable one-year-old son's name is Rafael, and my journey into motherhood has started with him. And what an incredible discovery it has been! I host a podcast called "I Want MomMy" on Spotify, where I have heartfelt conversations about all things related to motherhood with fantastic guests. On top of that, I hope to bring my expertise in events to Muscat Mums, making our events memorable to all of you. Hugs, Sil. |
Business Partners Coordinator: Olaiya
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Merhaba!
I am Olaiya, mother of the ( 3 Y’s), Yaman 7, Yasmin 3 and Yusuf Guney 10 months. I love putting things together, my favorite toys since childhood are legos and puzzles therefore i am always after logic and logical ideas ! And will be connecting business partners with MM families in the best logical way I have been practicing Engineering since 2007, until I had to move to Istanbul during the pandemic to join my husband and dive deep into motherhood, Now we are back in Muscat and i look forward to see u all! |
Social Media and Events Coordinator: Eve
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Hi my name is Eve. I am a supporting role for both events and social media. I am a stay at home mother with a very energetic two year old daughter Kai. I was a teacher and early years instructional coach in Dubai before I decided to stay home with my daughter. Being a mom turned my world upside down in all the right ways! I hope this group can help make your motherhood journey epic!!!
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