Payzee Mahmod appointed as IPSA Patron

We are pleased to announce that Payzee Mahmod joins IPSA as our new Patron.

A survivor of child marriage, who lost her sister Banaz in a tragic honour killing, Payzee’s focus to prevent so called honour based abuse and child marriage could not be more personal. A Kurdish immigrant, raised in London, with a successful career in the fashion industry, she uses her voice to speak out as a survivor – not a victim – and has made it her mission to be a changemaker, helping to tackle these harmful practices. 

She has spoken widely on the need for changes to the laws surrounding child marriage and honour based abuse across radio, television and newspapers and met with government officials and the Home Office to explain first-hand why change is needed to finally make child marriage a crime.

IPSA is committed to building a sector and a world where women and girls are safe everywhere and to work with our partners to tackle Violence Against Women and Girls (VWAG), and Payzee joining the Association strengthens our fight.

"Payzee joining IPSA is more than an appointment - it’s a statement. Her patronage carries meaning and purpose. We stand with survivors, we fight for change, and we are committed to eliminating VAWG."

Satia Rai, CEO