Our organization believes in bringing together immigrants, healthcare professionals, educators, and advocates to achieve healthcare justice for all.
Executive Director: Kevin W. Minder, S.T.D.
Dr. Minder received a Doctorate in Sacred
Theology from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas in
Rome, Italy, in the Summer of 2004. He is fluent in Spanish and has
worked for more than ten years with immigrants who came to work in
the fields and orchards of Central Washington State. He has lectured
extensively and taught both in Rome, Italy and in Yakima,
Washington.
Our Programs
National Solidarity Campaign:
The Center is conducting a national solidarity
campaign. Currently trying to gather more than 100,000 signatures to
the solidarity statement. If you would like to participate, click
the link "I want to sign the statement."
National "New Physician's Network."
The Center is seeking participants from the
nation's medical schools who would like to participate in our
studies for the next ten years. If you are interested, please
contact us at the center.
The Board of Directors
Susan Marting, B.S.; President
Susan Marting brings with her a wealth of
experience in multi-cultural education projects. She specializes in
designing and presenting social justice retreat encounters to young
people. She served for five years on the Human Rights Commission of
the Catholic Archdiocese of St. Louis.
Rev. Gary Meier, M.Div.; Treasurer
Father Gary Meier is a pastor in St. Louis'
inner-city. In addition to his theological degree, he has a degree
in Social Work. He has appeared on such Christian television shows
as "Faith Matters" and other radio programs. He is a featured
speaker at retreats.
Dr. Carol Williams, M.D.
A former professor at both Washington
University and St. Louis University, Dr. Williams brings a great
expertise to our board. A OB-GYN by training, she has generously
served on many boards; including, President of both the St. Louis
Metropolitan Medical Society and the Missouri State Medical
Association.
Sr. Annette Seymour, RSM
Sr. Annette Seymour has worked extensively in
university campus ministry. Her interest in non-traditional medicine
brings a unique gift to the board, since many immigrants come to our
shores with a non-western view of medicine. She has a passion for
justice for immigrants.
Kevin Lee, M.A.
Kevin Lee is the President of Loyola Academy.
His last position was as Director of Institutional Advancement of
the Aquinas Institute of Theology. He brings an extensive
background in development to the Board of Directors.
Dr. Wilman Ortega, M.D.
Dr. Ortega was born in Guatemala. His did his
residency in Chicago and then accepted a teaching position here in
St. Louis. He is now a professor of Pulmonary medicine at the St.
Louis University School of Medicine. In addition to his duties as a
researcher on sickle cell disease and pulmonary hypertension, Dr.
Ortega organizes and directs mission trips with medical students to
his native Guatemala.
Aaron Dickey, J.D.
Aaron Dickey graduated with honors from St.
Louis University Law School in 2001. He earned a certificate in
International Law from the same university. His interest in
immigration issues is rooted in his experience working with
immigrants during his internships while in graduate school. He is an
associate attorney with Goldenberg, Heller, Antongnoli, Rowland,
Short & Gori.
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Eva Enoch, M.A.
Eva works directly with immigrants and
healthcare every day in her work as outreach coordinator, Refugee
Health Services for Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. She is
Romanian by birth. She lived for many years in Hungary before
emigrating to the United States. She is fluent in many languages and
uses these skills as an official interpreter at the hospital. Eva
earned a M.A. in Healthcare Administration from Webster University.
Jonathan Whiting, C.P.A., C.V.A
Jonathan Whiting graduated from UMSL in St.
Louis. His interest in serving on the Board of Directors of the CIHJ
is rooted in his belief that Healthcare should be available to
everyone in society. He is a senior tax manager at the accounting
firm of Schowalter & Jabouri P.C. His Memberships include the
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the National
Association of Certified Valuation Analysts.
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