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Your gift to this research project led by Dr. Deo Namwira, helps to identify the impact of increasing international trade of dagaa on dried fish value chain actors around the African great lakes region and in major urban markets in Canada, assess the sustainability of this trade, and consider possible alternative sources of supply in Canada.

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Votre don permet aux arboriculteurs du Ghana d’accéder à des plants de qualité, aux agriculteurs et aux entreprises du Kenya d’accéder aux marchés internationaux pour vendre leurs produits,aux agriculteurs du Myanmar d’accéder aux marchés locaux et aux jeunes filles du nord du Nigeria d’accéder à l’éducation et à des opportunités d’emploi. Vos dons font partie intégrante de notre mission, qui consiste à apporter des solutions d’affaires à la pauvreté.

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Grâce à votre généreux soutien, MEDA a continué à avoir un impact durable au cours de l’exercice 22, aidant 167,017 clients directs et 561,655 clients indirects à vivre une vie plus saine et plus durable sur le plan économique grâce à notre travail.

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Depuis plus de 70 ans, MEDA apporte des solutions commerciales à la pauvreté qui sont durables, évolutives, mesurables et reproductibles. MEDA a travaillé dans plus de 70 pays et apporte une approche unique des systèmes de marché à la conception de projets qui intègre l’assistance technique et l’accès au capital.

Nous pensons que tous les gens méritent d’avoir la possibilité de gagner leur vie et que le fait de libérer l’esprit d’entreprise est un moyen puissant de réduire la pauvreté.

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Contactez nos agents de développement des ressources pour en savoir plus sur notre travail, nos objectifs pour l’avenir et comment vous pouvez avoir un impact avec nous.

Mike Miller

Mike Miller

Sr. Director, Resource Development | Sr. Development Officer, Western United States & Europe

Based in Kansas, U.S.A, Mike is the Senior Director of Resource Development at MEDA, leading the global resource development team. Mike also serves as the Senior Development Officer for the Western United States and Europe.   

Prior to joining MEDA, Mike had a long career in personal finance, wealth management, and charitable estate planning. Mike is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and graduated from Williams College (Williamstown, MA).  

Mike is passionate about helping people use their assets to make positive change and leave a legacy that reflects their values.  

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Sr. Director, Resource Development | Sr. Development Officer, Western United States & Europe

Mike Miller

Sr. Director, Resource Development | Sr. Development Officer, Western United States & Europe

Based in Kansas, U.S.A, Mike is the Senior Director of Resource Development at MEDA, leading the global resource development team. Mike also serves as the Senior Development Officer for the Western United States and Europe.   

Prior to joining MEDA, Mike had a long career in personal finance, wealth management, and charitable estate planning. Mike is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and graduated from Williams College (Williamstown, MA).  

Mike is passionate about helping people use their assets to make positive change and leave a legacy that reflects their values.  

Contact Mike

Ruth Leaman

Ruth Leaman

Sr. Development Officer, Eastern United States | Campaign Officer

Ruth is a Sr. Development Officer for the Eastern United States, and Campaign Officer at MEDA. With over a decade of experience growing meaningful major donor relationships and nurturing joy in philanthropy, she provided leadership for MEDA's first comprehensive fundraising campaign, Building Enduring Livelihoods. Ruth currently serves as Campaign Officer for the Towards an Equal World campaign.

At MEDA, Ruth's passion for Diversity and Inclusion motivates her to be an active member of MEDA's Gender, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee. Ruth has a lead role in its Anti-Racism Initiative as a signatory organization in Cooperation Canada's Anti-Racism Cooperative.

Ruth is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) by education, specializing in Agri-Business. Her professional background brings a strong appreciation for business and entrepreneurship to her role at MEDA. She has experience leading new initiatives and teams toward a shared vision, including international fundraising at Lancaster Mennonite School.

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Sr. Development Officer, Eastern United States | Campaign Officer

Ruth Leaman

Sr. Development Officer, Eastern United States | Campaign Officer

Ruth is a Sr. Development Officer for the Eastern United States, and Campaign Officer at MEDA. With over a decade of experience growing meaningful major donor relationships and nurturing joy in philanthropy, she provided leadership for MEDA's first comprehensive fundraising campaign, Building Enduring Livelihoods. Ruth currently serves as Campaign Officer for the Towards an Equal World campaign.

At MEDA, Ruth's passion for Diversity and Inclusion motivates her to be an active member of MEDA's Gender, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee. Ruth has a lead role in its Anti-Racism Initiative as a signatory organization in Cooperation Canada's Anti-Racism Cooperative.

Ruth is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) by education, specializing in Agri-Business. Her professional background brings a strong appreciation for business and entrepreneurship to her role at MEDA. She has experience leading new initiatives and teams toward a shared vision, including international fundraising at Lancaster Mennonite School.

Contact Ruth

Bethany Nussbaum

Bethany Nussbaum

Sr. Development Officer, Eastern United States

Based in Northeast Ohio, USA, Bethany is a Senior Development Officer at MEDA U.S.A, connecting with supporters in Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Florida.

With 16 years of experience in various development and leadership roles, including previously as Advancement Director at Central Christian School (Kidron, Ohio), Bethany is passionate about developing relationships through meaningful conversations, creating community and connections, and bringing MEDA’s work closer to home.

Bethany earned a Master of Business Administration from Bluffton University, studied communications at Goshen College, and recently completed a Social and Emotional Intelligence certificate from the Wright Foundation. Connect with her to discuss MEDA’s global impact and how you can engage.

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Sr. Development Officer, Eastern United States

Bethany Nussbaum

Sr. Development Officer, Eastern United States

Based in Northeast Ohio, USA, Bethany is a Senior Development Officer at MEDA U.S.A, connecting with supporters in Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Florida.

With 16 years of experience in various development and leadership roles, including previously as Advancement Director at Central Christian School (Kidron, Ohio), Bethany is passionate about developing relationships through meaningful conversations, creating community and connections, and bringing MEDA’s work closer to home.

Bethany earned a Master of Business Administration from Bluffton University, studied communications at Goshen College, and recently completed a Social and Emotional Intelligence certificate from the Wright Foundation. Connect with her to discuss MEDA’s global impact and how you can engage.

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Dean Shoemaker

Dean Shoemaker

Sr. Development Officer, Eastern Canada

Dean Shoemaker is MEDA’s Senior Development Officer for Eastern Canada, joining the organization in 2016.

Dean began his career with the Mennonite Savings and Credit Union as a Commercial and Agricultural lender. His 25-year career includes leadership roles in both the private and non-profit sectors, including over ten years at Flowers Canada Growers Trade Association. With extensive volunteer and international missions experience, Dean strongly identifies with MEDA’s mission and goals.

Dean has a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Guelph and lives in Elmira, Ontario, Canada. He enjoys working with supporters who share MEDA’s mission and values.

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Sr. Development Officer, Eastern Canada

Dean Shoemaker

Sr. Development Officer, Eastern Canada

Dean Shoemaker is MEDA’s Senior Development Officer for Eastern Canada, joining the organization in 2016.

Dean began his career with the Mennonite Savings and Credit Union as a Commercial and Agricultural lender. His 25-year career includes leadership roles in both the private and non-profit sectors, including over ten years at Flowers Canada Growers Trade Association. With extensive volunteer and international missions experience, Dean strongly identifies with MEDA’s mission and goals.

Dean has a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Guelph and lives in Elmira, Ontario, Canada. He enjoys working with supporters who share MEDA’s mission and values.

Contact Dean

Randy Sawatzky

Randy Sawatzky

Sr. Development Officer, Western Canada

Randy Sawatzky is MEDA’s Senior Development Officer for Western Canada, who values creating solid relationships with clients, business prospects, and MEDA staff.

Before working for MEDA, Randy had a long career in sport and recreation management that spanned 20 years. In 2010, Randy started his own import company and transitioned to business development in the agricultural sector, later focusing on the hog industry.

He has a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and Liberal Arts and a Human Resource Management certificate from the University of Manitoba. Randy remains active in sports, coaching his daughter’s volleyball teams, and is a Bethel Mennonite Church (Winnipeg) member.

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Sr. Development Officer, Western Canada

Randy Sawatzky

Sr. Development Officer, Western Canada

Randy Sawatzky is MEDA’s Senior Development Officer for Western Canada, who values creating solid relationships with clients, business prospects, and MEDA staff.

Before working for MEDA, Randy had a long career in sport and recreation management that spanned 20 years. In 2010, Randy started his own import company and transitioned to business development in the agricultural sector, later focusing on the hog industry.

He has a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and Liberal Arts and a Human Resource Management certificate from the University of Manitoba. Randy remains active in sports, coaching his daughter’s volleyball teams, and is a Bethel Mennonite Church (Winnipeg) member.

Contact Randy

Shirley Redekop

Shirley Redekop

Associate Development Officer, Canada

For Canadian inquiries, contact Shirley at sredekop@meda.org.

Shirley is an Associate Development Officer (Contract) for MEDA, based out of its Waterloo office. She plays a critical role in forging relationships with supporters so they can help fulfill MEDA’s mission of providing economic development support for people living in poverty.

Equipped with a wealth of experience from the non-profit world, Shirley has served in several roles, including as Chief Development Officer for the Mennonite World Conference, Director of Christian Service Ministries for Mennonite Church Canada, and a Family Outreach Worker with the House of Friendship. Her volunteer experience also includes serving as President of Women of Mennonite Church of Eastern Canada and President of Mennonite Women Canada.

Shirley studied at the Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary and Conrad Grebel University College. Originally from Pennsylvania, U.S.A, Shirley is an avid traveler who has been to Europe, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Central/South America, Australia, New Zealand, India, Turkey, and Greece. In her spare time, Shirley also likes reading, enjoying coffee in cafes, movies, and motorcycling.

Associate Development Officer, Canada

Shirley Redekop

Associate Development Officer, Canada

For Canadian inquiries, contact Shirley at sredekop@meda.org.

Shirley is an Associate Development Officer (Contract) for MEDA, based out of its Waterloo office. She plays a critical role in forging relationships with supporters so they can help fulfill MEDA’s mission of providing economic development support for people living in poverty.

Equipped with a wealth of experience from the non-profit world, Shirley has served in several roles, including as Chief Development Officer for the Mennonite World Conference, Director of Christian Service Ministries for Mennonite Church Canada, and a Family Outreach Worker with the House of Friendship. Her volunteer experience also includes serving as President of Women of Mennonite Church of Eastern Canada and President of Mennonite Women Canada.

Shirley studied at the Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary and Conrad Grebel University College. Originally from Pennsylvania, U.S.A, Shirley is an avid traveler who has been to Europe, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Central/South America, Australia, New Zealand, India, Turkey, and Greece. In her spare time, Shirley also likes reading, enjoying coffee in cafes, movies, and motorcycling.

Caleb Longenecker-Fox

Caleb Longenecker-Fox

Associate Development Officer, United States

For U.S. inquiries, contact Caleb at clongeneckerfox@meda.org.

As a Development Officer at MEDA, Caleb Longenecker-Fox is passionate about equipping and supporting communities in the Global South through effective, innovative, and sustainable business practices. He thrives on building and cultivating relationships with MEDA supporters and inviting others into a shared vision of creating business solutions to poverty together.

With several years of diverse experience in fundraising, partnership development, and international education sectors, Caleb brings a robust suite of leadership skills to the MEDA team. Before joining MEDA in 2022, he worked most recently directing Goshen College’s academic programs in Ecuador.

Caleb holds a bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Art Studies and a master’s degree in Business Administration from Goshen College. He is also fluent in Spanish.

Associate Development Officer, United States

Caleb Longenecker-Fox

Associate Development Officer, United States

For U.S. inquiries, contact Caleb at clongeneckerfox@meda.org.

As a Development Officer at MEDA, Caleb Longenecker-Fox is passionate about equipping and supporting communities in the Global South through effective, innovative, and sustainable business practices. He thrives on building and cultivating relationships with MEDA supporters and inviting others into a shared vision of creating business solutions to poverty together.

With several years of diverse experience in fundraising, partnership development, and international education sectors, Caleb brings a robust suite of leadership skills to the MEDA team. Before joining MEDA in 2022, he worked most recently directing Goshen College’s academic programs in Ecuador.

Caleb holds a bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Art Studies and a master’s degree in Business Administration from Goshen College. He is also fluent in Spanish.

MEDA – Mennonite Economic Development Associates – is an international economic development organization that creates business solutions to poverty.

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