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Join Us

Our strength is amplified with collective action, and you can help make a difference with Wide World For Refugee right now! The support we receive is a huge driver of the good work we do in addressing some of society’s most challenging problems. To make these event a success and to provide free Entrance we need your support. Get in touch today and join our community in making a lasting impact.

Meet the Team

The team at Wide World for Refugee is made up of former refugees and immigrants who are passionate about serving their community. With over 10 years of personal experience living as refugees themselves, they know first hand the struggles and needs of displaced people. Meet the team who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those who have been forced to flee their homes.

Team Members

Henry Tshishiku

Henry Tshishiku

Founder

As the founder and CEO of the non-profit organization Wide World for Refugee...

Merna Ann Hecht

Merna Ann Hecht

Board Member

Merna Ann Hecht is a nationally known storyteller...

Nahid Steven

Nahid Steven

Project Coordinator

Nahid Steven is an experienced MC and Event Coordinator...

Peter Kalule

Peter Kalule

Board Member

Peter Kalule is a board member, with over 12 years of experience...

Caroline Elia

Caroline Elia

Board Member

Caroline Elia is not only a passionate advocate of hospitality...

Cliff Sloane

Cliff Sloane

Volunteer

With over two decades dedicated to promoting...

Jean Pascal Ndayisenga

Jean Pascal Ndayisenga

Board Member

Jean Pascal Ndayisenga is a holder of BA in journalism...

Rebecca Wentling

Rebecca Wentling

Board Member

Rebecca Wentling is a nurse and psychiatric nurse practitioner...

Khadija Kamara

Khadija Kamara

Volunteer

Khadija Kamara epitomizes the essence of compassionate activism...

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