Michael Rapley

Michael Rapley is an experienced project manager with a comprehensive background in non-profit management, particularly within LGBTQ+ advocacy and health initiatives. Currently serving as the Acting Project Manager at Kaleidoscope Trust since October 2021, Michael has successfully overseen program activities, event coordination, and grant management. Previously, Michael held various roles at Equals Inc., including Program Officer and Project Manager, focusing on sustainable funding strategies during the pandemic and leading the USAID-funded LINKAGES project to promote HIV testing and treatment. As a founding member of LGBTQ+ NGO Equals, Michael played a pivotal role in the organization's establishment and growth. Additional experience includes freelance photography and roles in community outreach and education within health-focused organizations. Michael holds a Master's degree in Wildlife Conservation from the University of Kent and a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Barbados Community College.