Global Refuge announced today the addition of Rev. Dr. Terry Brandt and Sean T. Long, Sr. To its Board of Directors. The appointments are intended to strengthen the organization’s governance and support its mission to assist refugees and immigrants in the United States.
New Leadership at a Critical Time
The new board members bring extensive experience to Global Refuge at a time when the require for support services for refugees and immigrants is growing nationwide. Their leadership is expected to guide the organization as it responds to emerging needs and advocates for policies focused on dignity and opportunity.
Krish O’Mara Vignarajah, President and CEO of Global Refuge, stated that the new members join the board at a “critical moment” for the organization and the families it serves. Bryn Parchman, Chair of Global Refuge’s Board of Directors, emphasized the importance of “strong, principled leadership” during a period when many families are seeking safety and stability.
Experienced Leaders Join the Board
Rev. Dr. Terry Brandt has over 27 years of experience in nonprofit stewardship, including roles at the Offutt Family Foundation, Concordia College, and as Bishop of Eastern North Dakota Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Sean T. Long, Sr. Has more than 30 years of experience in global energy investments and has served on multiple nonprofit boards. He is too a veteran, having resigned his commission as a Captain in the United States Army.
Global Refuge is the largest faith-based nonprofit dedicated to serving refugee children and families. Since 1939, the organization has served over 800,000 people from around the globe through refugee resettlement, economic empowerment programs, employment services, and family unification efforts for unaccompanied children.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of Global Refuge?
Global Refuge is dedicated exclusively to serving refugee children and families, providing services such as refugee resettlement, economic empowerment, employment, and family unification for unaccompanied children.
Who are the new members of Global Refuge’s Board of Directors?
The new board members are Rev. Dr. Terry Brandt and Sean T. Long, Sr.
How long has Global Refuge been operating?
Global Refuge has been operating for 85 years, since its founding in 1939.
As Global Refuge welcomes these new leaders, how might their diverse experiences shape the organization’s approach to supporting vulnerable populations in the years to come?
