AIMM Staff
In Memoriam - Executive Coordinator John Fumana
November 16,1966 - May 15, 2026
John Fumana served as EC of AIMM from 2021 until his tragic death on May 15, 2026. John was a member of the Mennonite Brethren Church of the Congo (CEFMC) and served as deacon of his local church in Kinshasa, DRC. John received a bachelor’s degree in education and had a certificate of training of trainers in Asset-Based Community Driven Development. John brought extensive experience working with international organizations such as Oxfam, World Vision, the U.S. Embassy in Kinshasa, DRC, and Interchurch Medical Assistance where he served as program and operations manager, cultural affairs assistant, logistics coordinator, and human resources manager. John lived with his wife and children in the DRC.
Interim Executive Coordination Team:
Referring to a Burkinabé proverb from West Africa which alludes to the wisdom in a hen having two wings rather than just one, the AIMM Executive Board has appointed two people to work together as the Interim Executive Coordination Team: Tara Burch, AIMM Communications, and Tany Warkentin, chair of the AIMM Canada Board. Tara and Tany will work together until the end of August, at which time Tara will work with Rod Hollinger-Janzen in this interim role. Rod was AIMM's former Executive Coordinator who faithfully led our organization from 2005-2021.
Referring to a Burkinabé proverb from West Africa which alludes to the wisdom in a hen having two wings rather than just one, the AIMM Executive Board has appointed two people to work together as the Interim Executive Coordination Team: Tara Burch, AIMM Communications, and Tany Warkentin, chair of the AIMM Canada Board. Tara and Tany will work together until the end of August, at which time Tara will work with Rod Hollinger-Janzen in this interim role. Rod was AIMM's former Executive Coordinator who faithfully led our organization from 2005-2021.
Church and Donor Relations Coordinator: Pamela Obonde
Pamela Obonde is a member of Charleswood Mennonite Church in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She has dedicated the past 17 years to empowering women and children in Africa, including establishing the Anabaptist Peace Mission International to equip women for mission leadership in their communities. Pamela has pursued advanced studies in Peacebuilding and Collaborative Development at the Canadian Mennonite University. Pamela and her husband live in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and have two young-adult children.
Church and Donor Relations Coordinator: Pamela Obonde
Pamela Obonde is a member of Charleswood Mennonite Church in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She has dedicated the past 17 years to empowering women and children in Africa, including establishing the Anabaptist Peace Mission International to equip women for mission leadership in their communities. Pamela has pursued advanced studies in Peacebuilding and Collaborative Development at the Canadian Mennonite University. Pamela and her husband live in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and have two young-adult children.
Communications Coordinator: Tara Burch
Bookkeeper: [email protected]
International Staff: Charles Buller
Bookkeeper: [email protected]
International Staff: Charles Buller
