The IFEX Secretariat, incorporated in Toronto, Canada, runs the day-to-day operations of the network. The work of the Secretariat amplifies the reach and impact of IFEX member voices, develops strategies to build on the actions and campaigns of IFEX members and regional networks, and offers opportunities for members to exchange skills and knowledge through resources, networking, and convenings such as the IFEX Strategy Conference.
Rachael Kay
Executive Director
Communications and Advocacy
Sarah Clarke
Director of Communications and Advocacy
Irene Serrano
Head of Communications
Edwin Mukoma
Communications Specialist
Matt Redding
Head of Advocacy
Farah Bogani
Advocacy Coordinator
Global Programmes
Melissa Fuerth
Director of Global Programmes and Funding
Milad Monfared
Head of Network Engagement
Viviana Ordoñez
Global Programmes Strategist
Ryan Haughton
Network Strengthening Specialist
Julie Hoang
Network Strengthening Coordinator
Naseem Tarawnah
Network Engagement Specialist
Marcela Gómez Ardila
Network Engagement Coordinator
Core Mission Support
Pablo Escobar
Director of Operations
Erin Woycik
Operations Strategist
Ban Jirjis
Programme Support Coordinator
Sandra Goncalves
Finance and Office Systems Coordinator