Board of Trustees

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Rafael Silva

is a Brazilian missionary, pastor, and co-founder of Acts of Life Tanzania. With a YWAM background and over two decades of cross-cultural mission experience across Central America and Africa, he is an advocate for holistic care for children with cerebral palsy. Fluent in Portuguese, English, and French, he integrates faith, compassion, technology, and philanthropy to serve vulnerable families and communities.


Board Member & Co-Founder

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Fernanda Cordeiro Silva, PhD

is a Brazilian physiotherapist, missionary, and co-founder of Acts of Life Tanzania. She specializes in early intervention and neurorehabilitation for children with cerebral palsy, integrating clinical excellence, academic rigor, and compassionate care. Her work bridges science and mission, bringing dignity, hope, and restoration to vulnerable families.


Board Member & Co-Founder

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Dr. Adine R. Usher, EdD

is an American educator, advocate, and board member of Acts of Life Tanzania with a lifelong commitment to serving individuals with cerebral palsy and allied neuromuscular disabilities. She has decades of experience in special education, consultation, and advocacy and is an author and leader in collaborative, family-centered care for children with physical disabilities. Her work bridges education, clinical insight, and mission to promote dignity, inclusion, and hope internationally.


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Direction

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Dr Francis Nyamkawe

is a Tanzanian medical doctor, pastor, and co-founder of Acts of Life Tanzania, currently serving as the organization’s CEO in Morogoro. With a long-standing career in the municipal health system and prior service at UMATI Clinic in Morogoro, he brings deep clinical and public health experience. His leadership integrates medical excellence, pastoral care, and a strong commitment to holistic community transformation.


Co-Founder - CEO

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