Compassion International’s Global Board of Directors serves to define and protect our mission. Their primary duties also include:

  • Guiding the adoption of new policy and ensuring that all corporate activities are aligned with Compassion’s strategic ministry objectives;
  • Approving the annual budget and providing fiscal and fiduciary accountability for the assets and operations of the organization;
  • Maintaining the unity of spirit and purpose across our global workforce.
Jean-François Bussy
Jean-François Bussy

Member Since 2009, Compassion Switzerland Board Chair

Blake Canterbury
Blake Canterbury

Member Since 2019

Kristin Colber-Baker
Kristin Colber-Baker

Member Since 2019

Patrice Duckworth
Patrice Duckworth

Member Since 2024

Dr. Marie Geschwandtner
Dr. Marie Geschwandtner

Member Since 2020, Compassion Canada Board Member

Dr. Judy Briscoe Golz
Dr. Judy Briscoe Golz

Member Since 2004, Board Chair

Mike Jeffs
Mike Jeffs

Member Since 2010, Compassion Australia Board Member

Chris Knepper
Chris Knepper

Member Since 2016

Dr. Michele Lee
Dr. Michele Lee

Member Since 2021

Santiago Jimmy Mellado
Santiago "Jimmy" Mellado

Member Since 2013

Bruce Ybarra
Bruce Ybarra

Member Since 2023