Leadership & Governance

Leading a Global Movement on Healthy Ageing

The International Federation on Ageing is guided by a global leadership and governance structure that reflects the breadth and diversity of the communities we serve.

As a neutral, international organisation, IFA combines strategic leadership, expert guidance and global governance to advance healthy ageing and longevity across sectors and regions.

Executive Leadership

Gregor Sneddon

Secretary GeneralView Profile

Sonia Hsiung

Chief Strategy OfficerView Profile

Paola Gonzalez

Director, Global Philanthropy And Resource MobilizationView Profile

Caitlin Ward

Specialist, Member Engagement And Network Impact  View Profile
Katrina Bouzanis

Katrina Bouzanis

Director, Policy, Advocacy And InnovationView Profile

Berenice Anaya

Director, Strategic CommunicationsView Profile

Roxana Badiei

Policy And Advocacy Program LeadView Profile

IFA Board of Directors

The IFA Board of Directors provides governance, accountability, and strategic guidance, supporting the organization's mission and long-term impact while ensuring strong stewardship and oversight.

Mr. Graeme Prior

PresidentView Profile
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Ms. Grace Chan

International Vice PresidentView Profile

Ms. Clare Lei

TreasurerView Profile

Ms. Mabel Bianco

Regional Director, Latin AmericaView Profile

Ms. Siobhan Casey

Regional Director, EuropeView Profile

Dr. Jaco Retief Hoffman

Regional Director, AfricaView Profile

Dr. Cynthia Stuen

Regional Director, North AmericaView Profile

Mr. Cherian Mathews

DirectorView Profile

Ms. Jacinthe Roy

DirectorView Profile
Mr. Justin Derbyshire

Mr. Justin Derbyshire

DirectorView Profile

Mr. Kevin G. Orr

DirectorView Profile
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Ms. Lyu Xiaoli

DirectorView Profile

Ms. Maree McCabe

DirectorView Profile

Dr. Prakash Tyagi

DirectorView Profile
Samantha Edmonds

Ms. Samantha Edmonds

DirectorView Profile

Ms. Shusmita Rashid

DirectorView Profile

Ms. Sue Hendy

DirectorView Profile

Dr. Suzanne Garon

DirectorView Profile
Tom Symondson

Mr. Tom Symondson

DirectorView Profile

Ms. Tu-Anh Hoang

DirectorView Profile
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Mr. Zia Khan

DirectorView Profile