WHO WE ARE
It takes a confluence of different perspectives to make meaningful systemic change. Our diverse experiences and deep connections to San Diego and other parts of the world guide our work toward inclusive climate solutions.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
IGC’s Board of Directors has the authority and legal obligation to govern the organization, oversee its operations, and safeguard its assets.
Gener Abdon
Chair
Human Rights Organizer, Malaya Movement USA-San Diego; Rebate Processing Specialist, Center for Sustainable Energy
Erlinde Cornelis, Ph.D.
Director
Associate Professor of Marketing at SDSU's Fowler College of Business and Principal Investigator SCEIN
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Henar Hellow
Treasurer
Chapter Lead, Asia Pacific Network; Senior Research Analyst, CBRE
Malak Mitchell
Youth Climate Leader
Student, Surfer, Videographer, World Traveler, Nature Enthusiast
William A. Twayigize, Ph.D.
Director
Director of the Africa New Hope Project for Empowerment (ANEHOPE-AFRICA); International Security and Conflict Resolution Instructor, SDSU
Sarah Wilkins, MNA
Secretary
Donor Services Manager, Library Foundation SD
ADVISORS
Advisors are honorary supporters of IGC who do not carry legal obligations to the organization. The Advisors provide suggestions to the Board and Executive Director but the ultimate decision-making responsibility rests with the Board.
Jessica Barlow, Ph.D.
Professor of Sustainability, SDSU; Executive Director, Center for Regional Sustainability; founding board member of EPIC Network
Karin Burns, MBA, MPA
CEO, San Diego Community Power
Stephanie Hernandez
CAO Staff Officer, County of San Diego Land Use & Environment Group Executive Office
Matt O'Malley, JD
Attorney and Advocate
Inemesit Williams, M.A.
International Education Specialist, Academic Coach, and Climate Justice Advocate
STAFF
Adrienne Fusek, Ed.D.
Executive Director & Founder
Naomi Kidane
Climate Justice Fellow
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Director of Access