Our Team

The heart of In Her Presence is the people who show up every day with care, creativity, and commitment. Our staff come from many backgrounds and bring their own stories, skills, and passions to the work. Together, we walk alongside our participants, making sure every program is rooted in trust, respect, and community.

Claudette Ndayininahaze

Executive Director and Co-Founder

Mary Dufour

HR Manager

Claudine Kandja

Assistant Operations Analyst

Ariane Nshimirimana

Program Coordinator

Arthemon Kabwigiri

English Instructor

Sureya Omari

English Instructor

Peggy Callahan

Extended Team Teacher

Jennifer Healey

Extended Team Teacher

Maya Bromolson

Director of Operations

Thierry Irambona

Senior Program Coordinator

Natalu Nsona Kimbembe

Frances Warde Support Sister

Vinithra Sadras

IT & Systems Manager

Roberta Lichtenger

English Instructor

Linda Bernard-Olson

Extended Team Teacher

Helen Cohen

Extended Team Teacher

Phyllis Klein

Extended Team Teacher

Jamie Zimmerman

Director of Development

Vanessa Campos

Frances Warde Support Sister

Eloise Melzer

Communications Coordinator

Selma Tinta

Immigrant Support Specialist

Allison Long

English Instructor

John Bliss

Extended Team Teacher

Kathryn Elkins

Extended Team Teacher

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Stronger Together

Beyond our core staff, In Her Presence is powered by a wide circle of trainers, coaches, and volunteers who make our work possible. Our Extended Team shares their skills, time, and energy to expand what we can offer and ensure that immigrant women and families receive the support they need.

We are always grateful for the many hands and hearts that stand with us, and we welcome new community members to join in this work.

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