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Ba Futuru

Board of Directors

Dedicated professionals who volunteer their time and expertise to guide Ba Futuru.

Governance

What Is the Board's Role?

The Board of Directors meets quarterly to provide oversight and guidance to the executive staff on the organization's finances, programming, strategic direction and policies.

Our Board brings together diverse expertise and perspectives, ensuring Ba Futuru maintains the highest standards of accountability, transparency, and strategic direction as it works to fulfill its mission across Timor-Leste.

Board members bring professional experience spanning development, anthropology, management, mental health, and violence prevention. Their collective knowledge of both international best practices and the Timorese context strengthens Ba Futuru's capacity to deliver impactful, culturally responsive programs across the country.

Our Board

Who Are the Board Members?

Dedicated professionals who volunteer their time and expertise to guide Ba Futuru.

Angelo Menezes

Angelo Menezes

Mental Health Practitioner and Violence Prevention Advocate

Timorese
Since 2021
Emily Blue

Emily Blue

Development Expert

American
Since 2019
Megan Lavelle

Megan Lavelle

Anthropologist with extensive experience in Timor-Leste

American
Since 2009
Geoff Knighton

Geoff Knighton

Management Professional

New Zealander
Since 2019