Danielle J. Kerchmar, Chair

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Phoebe Hardefeldt, Vice-Chair

International development expert with ten years experience in government, the United Nations and the NGO sector tackling complex aid and climate problems and driving effective aid programming. Areas of expertise include aid program design, monitoring and evaluation; providing analysis and strategic advice on international aid, foreign policy and climate change policy issues; portfolio and budget strategy, and negotiating in multilateral forums.

Jade Jackson, Membership Co-Chair

Jade studied Educational Psychology and Social Policy as an undergrad student, in the hope of understanding a little bit about how social change happens. She is currently still learning by working in the INGO world, and has previously interned for the NZ Government Aid Programme. Her interests include transparency in supply chains and exploring how all business can adopt ethical and sustainable practices. Otherwise found nerding out on sci-fi or dancing to reggaeton.

Maria Rabino-Neira, Events Co-Chair

Lawyer with specialized knowledge in International Humanitarian Law, International Refugees Law, Human Rights. Work experience as a research, verification officer and legal adviser in government and international organizations. A strong component of communication and education backgrounds with a professional interest in humanitarian relief, transitional justice, international relationships, international diplomacy and immunities, peacekeeping and international criminal law.

Prarthana Dalmia, Education Liaison Co-Chair

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David Chau, Business Engagement Co-Chair

David is passionate about international development and seeing aid being delivered effectively to those in need. Trained as an engineer, David is now a management consultant. His areas of focus include strategy development and project and programme management.

Siobhan Patia, Communications & Awareness Co-Chair

Lawyer working in litigation with experience in international development in the NGO sector. Outside of litigation, other areas of work & interest include reproductive & sexual health in the Pacific region & regional development approaches to humanitarian issues. Skillset includes project management, relationship building (client & team facing) & excellent written & oral communication.