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Mystraine Onoh
FOUNDER / PRESIDENT: MYSTRAINE ONOH, LPN
Our Founder: Mystraine “Missy” Thiersaint Onoh
Affectionately known as “Yiyine”—is a Licensed Practical Nurse and the founder of Hope for a Village, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering communities in Côtes-de-Fer, Haiti, where she was born and raised.
A Mission Rooted in Compassion and Faith
Hope for a Village was founded in 2010 on the belief that faith, compassion, and community-driven action can bring lasting change. Since then, the organization has grown through strong local partnerships—delivering clean water, health care, education, and hope to vulnerable families in Côtes-de-Fer and beyond.
Hands-On Leadership
From organizing mobile clinics to serving as interim administrator at the Bishop Joseph M. Sullivan Center for Health, Missy has remained actively involved on the ground. Her 16+ years of experience in nursing—ranging from geriatrics and surgery to pediatrics and home health—continues to shape the organization’s approach to care and service.
Empowering Girls with Dignity
One of Hope for a Village’s cornerstone programs is the Grandma Martha’s Hygiene Kits for Girls Project. This initiative provides reusable menstrual kits and puberty education, helping girls stay in school with confidence and dignity.
A Vision for Collective Empowerment
Missy believes lasting change is built through collaboration. Her vision is to inspire local leadership, encourage the Cotes-de-Fer diaspora to join together to help equip young people to reinvest in their communities—creating a cycle of hope and resilience that grows from within.
“Serving others brings me joy, but serving my people brings me purpose. I don’t have all the answers—but I know love, and that’s where I begin.”
– Mystraine Onoh, Founder
Roland Theodore
Meet HFAV Chairman of the Board: Roland Theodore
Roland Theodore is a native of Haiti, born and grew up in the Bel-Air section of Port-au-Prince. He immigrated to the United States (US) in 1976 after completing high school. Despite a challenging beginning in the US, Roland never lost his drive and his passion for education. He went on to quickly earn a BS in electrical Engineering from New York University while working two jobs (education and manufacturing).
Roland has had a long professional career spanning four decades, along the way earning master’s degrees in both engineering and business. He worked across several high technology industries (Space, Avionics, Healthcare/Medical Equipment, Information Technologies) in the US and internationally, rising to executive management at both General Electric and IBM. Roland is experienced in leading large organizations with diverse workforce from across the globe.
In addition to his genuine interest in getting involved in worthwhile causes, Roland brings to the board his leadership abilities and expertise in engineering, strategic planning, marketing, and business management.
Jonathan Onoh, MBA
Meet Jonathan Onoh
Volunteer Financial Analyst | Board Member
Jonathan Onoh serves as a dedicated Volunteer Financial Analyst and board member at Hope for a Village, helping ensure that every financial decision aligns with our mission and maximizes impact. With a strong commitment to transparency, accountability, and sustainability, Jonathan plays a vital role in guiding our growth and stewardship.
Education & Expertise
MBA in Finance – Missouri State University
B.S. in Accounting and Finance – Missouri State University
Jonathan is a senior accountant with extensive experience in financial planning and management. He is especially passionate about supporting causes that focus on children’s welfare, education, health, and poverty relief.
At Hope for a Village, he uses his financial skills to support program expansion, budgeting, and donor trust, ensuring resources are used wisely to benefit the people of Côtes-de-Fer, Haiti.
We are deeply grateful for Jonathan’s insight, leadership, and heart for service. His work strengthens our foundation and helps drive lasting change.
Meet Sean G. Smith, MSc, BBA, BSN!
Sean G. Smith – Board Member
Sean G. Smith is a Flight RN-Paramedic, educator, and consultant with more than 15 years of experience in critical care, emergency medicine, and global health service. His career spans the U.S. Navy, extensive ICU and trauma work, and international medical missions in the Dominican Republic, Honduras, Morocco, Liberia, and Haiti. Sean also served with the World Health Organization during the Ebola crisis in West Africa and has provided medical support to NASA.
A passionate teacher, he has trained thousands of clinicians worldwide in neonatal, pediatric, and adult critical care and is a contributing author to leading medical texts and exams.
Sean brings to Hope for a Village a wealth of expertise in healthcare education, crisis response, and humanitarian service, strengthening the organization’s mission to improve health and community resilience in Haiti.
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