Board of Directors

The Board of Directors at The Young Assyrians (TYA) is the senior governing body responsible for the organisation's strategic planning, financial oversight, governance, risk management, legal compliance, stakeholder relations, advocacy and public relations. The Board also ensures that TYA fulfils its organisational objectives, as set out in the Constitution.

The Board is collectively made up of several members who come from various backgrounds as well as experiences and who apply their skills towards leading the organisation. In there official capacity, Board members are responsible for executing major decisions, setting policies, and ensuring TYA meets its organisational priorities.

• Ms. Breteil Tigris David, President

• Mr. Dennis Suro, Vice-President

• Mr. Ramsin Edward, Executive Director

• Mr. Andrew Gorges, Legal Officer

• Ms. Ninwa Merkus, Director

• Ms. Lina Yolaha, Director

Advisory Committee

The Advisory Committee of TYA is appointed biennially, with each term lasting two (2) years. This esteemed group of advisors is selected to provide expert guidance and support to the organisation, leveraging their specialised knowledge and experience to help steer TYA toward achieving its mission and goals.

• Mr. Nirari Shahen, Advisor