Meet our Board Of Directors

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Pavel Guevara is the Co-Founder and current Chief Executive Officer of Global Community Health Volunteers (GCHV), steering the organization with a profound commitment to service and professional development. Mr. Guevara brings over two decades of high-level experience in coordinating and leading complex international mission groups for a wide array of Non-Profit Organizations (NPOs).

His background is distinguished by his diverse leadership roles, which include serving as the former President of the Lutheran Church in Nicaragua (2001-2008) and holding a position as a Public Official within the national government (2002-2005). This unique blend of experience in faith-based leadership, public administration, and field logistics provides GCHV with unparalleled operational insight and ethical guidance.

Mr. Guevara's personal mission is clear: "It is an honor to have the opportunity to continue dedicating my life to serving the most vulnerable, while simultaneously creating vital professional growth opportunities for the next generation of healthcare professionals." He resides in Nicaragua with his wife and daughter.

Dr. Jason Craig is a Co-Founder of Global Community Health Volunteers (GCHV) and a distinguished Doctor and Professor of Physical Therapy at Marymount University in Virginia.

For over 15 years, Dr. Craig has served as an Academic Lead in Global Health, consistently bringing his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students to Central America. His dedication is centered on providing students with high-impact, real-world clinical scenarios designed to significantly enhance their professional capabilities and adaptability.

As a man of deep faith, Dr. Craig has collaborated with numerous non-profit and charitable organizations to provide essential support for children throughout Central America. His long-standing commitment to service and education is a cornerstone of GCHV’s mission. He continues to expand his potential and human talent, serving as a powerful inspiration for future healthcare professionals.

Dr. Diana Venskus is a Co-Founder of Global Community Health Volunteers (GCHV) and a distinguished Doctor of Physical Therapy and former Professor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Marymount University.

Having recently retired from active teaching, Dr. Venskus is now entirely dedicated to advancing global education and humanitarian service. Her primary focus is on creating and advocating for high-quality, ethically-driven clinical opportunities for Physical Therapy and other health science students. She consistently appeals to international organizations for programs that maintain an unwavering commitment to both humanitarian service and academic excellence.

As a Co-Founder, her principal role at GCHV involves serving as a Senior Advisor and Group Liaison, personally accompanying and mentoring as many teams as possible. Through her guidance, Dr. Venskus is unequivocally planting the seed of excellence and an elevated commitment to education and global service in the next generation of healthcare professionals.For over 15 years, Dr. Craig has served as an Academic Lead in Global Health, consistently bringing his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students to Central America. His dedication is centered on providing students with high-impact, real-world clinical scenarios designed to significantly enhance their professional capabilities and adaptability.

As a man of deep faith, Dr. Craig has collaborated with numerous non-profit and charitable organizations to provide essential support for children throughout Central America. His long-standing commitment to service and education is a cornerstone of GCHV’s mission. He continues to expand his potential and human talent, serving as a powerful inspiration for future healthcare professionals.

Ivette Palacios Ramirez is a Co-Founder of Global Community Health Volunteers (GCHV) and currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Ms. Palacios brings extensive, specialized expertise in resource and asset management and responsible budget accounting within the non-profit sector. Her leadership ensures the fiscal integrity and ethical stewardship of all GCHV operations.

In addition to maintaining financial oversight, Ms. Palacios is operationally critical. Her responsibilities include ensuring that every mission group receives the necessary logistical provisioning and resources required to operate effectively and safely in the field. Her dual focus on financial accountability and field readiness is essential to GCHV's reliable and impactful delivery of services.

Annie Guevara is a key member of the GCHV team and a student at the America University School of Medicine. At 21 years old, she has already gained significant practical experience in multiple field roles, serving as a vital Medical Interpreter and Logistical Support Specialist for incoming volunteer groups.

Leveraging her medical education and deep understanding of the local culture and operational needs, Ms. Guevara aspires to soon join the medical staff, acting as a direct role model. She is deeply committed to inspiring other young medical students from various disciplines to embrace humanitarian service outside their comfort zone and commit to ethical, global community engagement. Her early dedication to service exemplifies the GCHV mission.