
Our Board
At Nawa, our passionate and diverse team is united by a commitment to improving the lives in underserved communities. With this dedication, we are focused on furthering the mission of the Nawa Vision Care Foundation and are eager to collaborate with you to create a positive impact in the communities we serve. Our team consists of four professionals with varied expertise in banking, finance, international development, innovation, healthcare, and infrastructure development and construction.

Umutoni Midiburo
Board member (chairperson)
Founder
Umutoni, a proud mother of three, is living her dream in the Netherlands! Banker by profession, originally from Congo and raised in Zambia, she brings a unique perspective to her work. With a Bachelor's degree in Business Economics and currently pursuing a Master's in International Development Studies, she is on an incredible journey! Umutoni has always dreamed of starting a foundation to uplift the most vulnerable people, and she couldn't be more thrilled to embark on this adventure with Nawa. She imagined a better world and has passionately worked to bring this vision to life.
In her spare time, you'll find Umutoni exploring new places, whipping up delicious meals, and diving into captivating books!

Lovis Shimo
Board member
Secretary
Lovis is originally from Rwanda. He came to The Netherlands at a young age where he grew up and was able to study and develop himself further. He has a bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management and a master's degree in Business Innovation. Lovis works in the field of human resource. Lovis joined Nawa Foundation because of his desire to help people and communities. Helping people to develop and grow is something he is very passionate about. He wants to contribute to the foundation using his skillset, abilities, knowledge and network. ​His studies and work have brought him to different places all over the world, such as Ireland, France and Malaysia. He is a big fan of traveling and loves to explore new countries and cultures. He is also passionate about photography.

Magriet W. Dundas
Board Member
Treasurer
Margriet was born in Suriname, and has lived in The Netherlands for over 20 years. With over 20 years of experience in healthcare, her journey began in a large family, inspired by her father's community service. This passion led her to become a certified nurse specializing in oncology. She has worked in hospitals and homecare, and since 2014 has been leading a wonderful healthcare institution providing homecare services! Magriet is dedicated to children, and hope to keep contributing to their welfare through the Nawa Vision Care Foundation.
In her free time, you will find her cooking and being an active member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Hilversum!



