Carmen E. Zavala Thompson

“Hope is part of our work. So many people are finding the hope to create their best lives, which makes long-term change happen not just in their lives but also in the lives of those they serve. We believe in people.”

Carmen is our main in-country connection. She grew up in Perú as a missionary kid with extensive travel experience, and her superb language skills and bicultural perspective make her a vital part of our team. As the Program Coordinator in Perú, Carmen is currently working on in-country organization and infrastructure while continuing to strengthen connections with our local partners to further their work in the country. She is also part of the Perú Board as Treasurer.