OFFICERS
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Michael Atchison (Executive Director)
Michael Atchison, Ph.D. serves as Executive Director of HIT and is Professor of Biochemistry at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Atchison provides overall leadership for the organization. He is responsible for assembling teams to work in India, for providing oversight of funds spent on projects, and for communications with our work partners in India.
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Nadine Constantine (Secretary)
Nadine Constantine serves as Secretary of HIT. She is responsible for working with children at the orphanage run by Himalayan Inland Mission, and for maintaining HIT records.
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David Sellers (Treasurer)
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Aneesh Khushman (Board of Trustees)
Aneesh obtained his MD at Xavier University, previously serving as director of a rural hospital in India. He is currently at professor at Cairn University where he serves as Dean of the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences. His extensive medical experience is crucial for HIT's investment in healthcare in India, and his extensive background in India is a major benefit to our interactions with our partner organizations.
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Audrey Barker (Board of Trustees)
Audrey obtained her VMD degree at the University of Pennsylvania, School of Veterinary Medicine and developed an organization (Mere Saathi) working with the women who care for dairy cattle in India. Dr. Barker, and Mere Saathi, joined with Helping India Together several years ago to provide healthcare for animals owned by impoverished rural families, predominantly by treating with anti-parasitic medication. Her veterinary expertise is crucial for our mission to empower the impoverished people in rural India.
Robert Blake (Board of Trustees)
Robert is a seasoned professional in the field of child welfare, holding a Master's degree in Social Administration. With over two decades of experience, Robert’s passion for South Asia began after his wife returned from an educational trip to London, which sparked a deep fascination with South Asian culture and issues. This interest grew further through two transformative trips to India, one of which ultimately led to the founding of HIT. Robert’s commitment to serving marginalized communities, particularly in India, was also deeply personalized through the adoption of a young man from India. This experience further fueled his passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable populations.
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Dan Linehan (Board of Trustees)
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Jay Barbieri (Board of Trustees)
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