THE TEAM

Our Human Face

ISLAND-AID is an all-volunteer group. From our leaders on down, our compensation is greater than any salary: the honor of participating in the Mission, and the gratitude of the people of Aceh & Nias.

We have been fortunate to receive support from a wide variety of energetic, talented, and educated volunteers; they have truly been our strength. A partial list follows, including some who are no longer with us, but whose devotion and hard work has continued to bear fruit for us and the people of Aceh. We are profoundly grateful for the efforts of all these dedicated women and men: more than anything else, it is their efforts that have made our Mission the great success it has become.

In the field, we work hard at building lasting relationships with the people we help. They need companionship and we try to be their sounding board. All our volunteers understand this before we go into the field. Some volunteers may not reach our standards but we are determined that our support has a human face and that compassion is balanced by the passion we feel to help meet material needs.

If you're already a donor, have been aboard as a volunteer, or interested in helping us in the future, we would appreciate it if you help us save time by entering your particulars on-line.

Please join our mail group and register your details in the "database" area under the appropriate heading. If you prefer to keep your details private, please fill in our on-line volunteers form.

Anyone wishing to learn about our work is welcome to contact us for more information.

Interact with other supporters and contact ex volunteers or browse photo albums, files and links posted by our team.

Pulau Raya jetty team - Aceh - image ELM

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Rick Cameron, Co-founder of The Electric Lamb Mission & ISLAND-AID
Australian (resident in Indonesia)

Rick is the founder of a the surf charter boat organization GBI Ltd/PT MWB - Mentawai Sanctuary, and has operated in the Mentawai Islands for the last 12 years. This has given Rick unique hands-on knowledge and in-depth understanding of the social fabric and the political terrain in West Sumatra. Prior to this he worked with UNIDO, and his home built wooden yacht the "Electric Lamb" set a mono-hull course record and took first in class in the 82 Darwin - Ambon yacht race.
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Jane Liddon, Co-founder of The Electric Lamb Mission & ISLAND-AID
UK (resident of Australia and Indonesia

"Jane is an extraordinary woman: crayfisher captain, pearler, businesswoman, environmentalist and artist." - Ros de Souza

For 3 months every year Jane skippers her 25ft 350hp aluminium jet boat in some of the worlds most radical seas. Jane fishes in the breakers and on top of the coral reefs around the Abrolhos islands other wise famous as VOC's Batavia's graveyard. After catching live crayfish all morning, Jane and her sons Jesse and Sam work on the family's pearl farm near their tiny atoll fishing camp. Jane's Indian Ocean "black" pearls are unique. The balance of Janes year is spent in Sumatra where she keeps an eye on her textile studio while helping ELM both in the field and in the office. See: www.dogrockdesign.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------
Christopher Ranken, M.C.P., M.Eng., M.B.A.
United States

Chris is an environmental planner and civil engineer from San Francisco. A former volunteer fire chief and Red Cross instructor/volunteer, he has 10 years' experience in rescue operations, emergency medical care, and disaster relief. He currently runs our U.S. non-profit charitable corporation. Chris suggested our new name: ISLAND-AID.org
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Sam Schultz
United States

Captain of Sumber Reziki; veteran Aceh aid provider; and founder of Aceh Coastal Fisheries Renewal Project. Sam's immediate post-tsunami relief work was one of the Mission's earliest inspirations.
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Paul Madden
United States

Founder of the Louis Vuitton Cup and boater from childhood Paul brings a wealth of experience and a network of yachting whos who to ELM.
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Mohammed Ichsan
Indonesia

Originally assigned to our mother ship as a representative of our sponsor Rolls Royce, Ichsan is now one of our most versatile, hard-working, and trusted team members. He has been very helpful to the Mission in a wide variety of ways.
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Dr. Aliza Weinman, M.D., M.P.H.
United States

Dr. Aliza is an Emergency Medicine physician at the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York. She has worked extensively providing health care in developing nations, including Indonesia, Tanzania, and Vietnam. She has also worked in Israel and France, and has additional education and experience in Public Health and Disaster Preparedness. She has been dividing her time between Indonesia and New York ever since the tsunami.
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Nasdion Chalidi, SH, MKn
Indonesia

Nasdion is one of Padangs most respected lawyers and an avid social and environmental activist. Nasdion specializes in traditional land rights and land title.
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Bachtiar
Indonesia

Another representative of our key sponsor, Rolls Royce Indonesia. Engineer and hockey king-kong.
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Dr. Matius, M.D.
Indonesia

Dr. Matius is a gifted surgeon from Banda Aceh, who joined us in early April.
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Dr. David Lange, M.D.
United States

Dr. David Lange comes to us courtesy of Northwest Medical Teams International, a Seattle-based humanitarian aid group.
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Nancy Lange, R.N., N.P.
United States

As a Nurse Practitioner, Ms. Lange is well qualified to treat the large majority of maladies we see in the field, and is a welcome addition to our team.
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Dr. Dedy, M.D.
Indonesia

General Practitioner and head of Meuraxa Hospital in Banda Aceh, Dr. Dedy joined our team after the 8.7 earthquake on March 28.
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Lyn Chambers, J.D.
United States

As an attorney, Lyn has been instrumental to us in navigating any legal issues that arise, and has assisted greatly in obtaining tax-exempt status for us as a registered charity.
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Dr. Danilo del Rosario, M.D.
Philippines

Dr. Deo is a resident of the Philippines who was drawn to Sumatra by the plight of the tsunami victims. He is a talented and compassionate physician who has been invaluable to us in conducting our cooperative health clinics at numerous villages in the area.
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Bernarda Rurit, B.A.
Indonesia

Rurit is a journalist from Tempo, the Indonesian news magazine. She came aboard our ship to write about our Mission, and soon became a valued member of our team. Bernarda was born and raised on Sumatra, and feels a special desire to help the survivors of this tragedy on her home island.
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Fred Hesser
United States

An Emergency Medicine specialist, Mr. Hesser is also the Medical Coordinator for our partner Northwest Medical Teams International.
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Fran Hesser
United States

Another welcome addition, Ms. Hesser helps with logistics, public relations, and photography. From our partner Northwest Medical Teams.
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Devi Crockford, S.R.N.(UK)
Canada

From our partner, Canadian Relief Foundation. Registered nurse working with Una Ledrew, R.N., and Dr. Dave Ratcliffe, M.D. Her Malay heritage, language skills, good nature, and hard work have made her a particularly valued member of the team.
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Una Ledrew, R.N.
Canada

From our partner, Canadian Relief Foundation: tuna fisher, emergency nurse, Meulaboh tsunami-relief veteran, and chainsaw specialist.
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Jason Childs
Australia

A renowned and award-winning nature & surf photographer from Indonesia, Jason is responsible for most of the images published on this website. His artistic talent and incredible photos have touched and inspired us, and have told our story with the clarity and compassion the people of Aceh deserve. We are truly fortunate to have his support.
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Choirul Aminuddin
Indonesia

Journalist-turned-volunteer, Choirul joined us in Padang and quickly made himself very useful to us in many ways. He makes his home in Sumatra.
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Ann Johnson, R.N.
United States

Another well-qualified nurse from our partner, Northwest Medical Teams International.
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Robert Mott, E.M.T.
United States

An Emergency Medical Technician who speaks fluent Bahasa Indonesia, Mr. Mott also helps with logistics. From Northwest Medical Teams International.
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Dr. Dave Ratcliffe, M.D.
Canada

From our partner, Canadian Relief Foundation: tuna fisherman, emergency doctor, Meulaboh tsunami-relief veteran.
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David Willcox
Australia

Phenomenal webmaster. Responsible for the image that our Mission shows the world via the internet, David's talent and hard work are an inspiration to us all.
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Mishael Musa
Indonesia

Mentawai boat driver.
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Heidi Florence
Indonesia

Fluent in Bahasa Indonesia and familiar with medical lingo, Ms. Florence is valuable as an interpreter for our physicians.
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Meina
Indonesia

Meina Is fluent in both Bahasa Indonesia and English and serves as one of our interpreters.
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Max
Indonesia

Another interpreter; joined us after the 8.7 quake on March 28.
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Chris Russell
Australia

76 years young; ex-crayfisherman and cruising yacht owner.
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Lian
Indonesia

Wife and manager of Mick Stevens, Australian Hon Consul, Medan.
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Iwan
Indonesia

Electric Lamb chef and boat hand.
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Marty Lee
United States

Contractor and carpenter extraordinaire.
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Zara Ruslani
Indonesia

Zara has been greatly appreciated for her intelligence, hard work, and good nature. She is currently back at her work in Jakarta, but her spirit and contributions on board the Batavia are remembered fondly.
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Will Miller
United States

A mature and intrepid 18-year-old, Will is our youngest volunteer.
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Loreine Diane Long
United States

Boat expert Phychologist and teacher
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Bronwyn McBain, R.N.
New Zealand

Bron is a registered nurse from New Zealand. She brings to us two months of experience delivering health care in Vanuatu and Indonesia. Her commitment to public health has been a model for all of us.
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Ibu Is
Indonesia

Our chef on board the Batavia, Bu Is is a treasured and versatile member of our team. Not only is her food delicious; she also helps out by loading and unloading supplies in times of great need. And her delightful personality earns us priceless goodwill: she has served as our emissary to towns and villages in the area, helping introduce The Electric Lamb Mission to many local residents--and helping them learn to trust us with their needs.
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Gary Turner
United Kingdom

Representative from our partner Yayasan IDEP Foundation, the Indonesian Development of Education and Permaculture.
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Berce
Indonesia

From our partner, Yayasan Obor Berkat, in Jakarta.
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Yance
Indonesia

From our partner, Yayasan Obor Berkat, in Jakarta.
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Yanus
Indonesia

From our partner, Yayasan Obor Berkat, in Jakarta.
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Ibjuarisman
Indonesia

From our partner, Yayasan Obor Berkat, in Jakarta.
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Abul Rahim Hussin
Malaysia

From our January partner, Yayasan Salam Malaysia, in Kuala Lumpur.
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Ahmad Zamri Haji Baharum
Malaysia

From our January partner, Yayasan Salam Malaysia, in Kuala Lumpur.
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Ahmad Zamri Haji Ibrahim
Malaysia

From our January partner, Yayasan Salam Malaysia, in Kuala Lumpur.
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Adam Bailey
United States

Co-founder of University Volunteers, our core relief partners.
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Adi M.
Indonesia
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Adi S. Rini
Indonesia
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Agus F.M.
Indonesia
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Alexander Stimson
United States
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Ali Nurdin
Indonesia
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Andra J. Tridiya
Indonesia
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Billy Pandean
Indonesia
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Dadang Rurin
Indonesia
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Dwi Putwono
Indonesia
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Emmanuel Jordain
Belgium
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F. Aldino Sukma
Indonesia
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Gusti W. Fauzan
Indonesia
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Indri Darmardi
Indonesia
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Jamalol Hakim
Indonesia
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Jack Schultz
Indonesia
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Jen Cluse
Australia
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Jufayi Setiawan
Indonesia
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Kerry Schneider
United States
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Marshall Bailey
United States
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Dr. Mary Owen, M.D.
United States
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Maulana Alde
Indonesia
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Max Schultz
Indonesia
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Mega Saputra Hero
Indonesia
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Michael Simonoff
United States
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Nal
Indonesia
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Nicholas Schultz
Indonesia
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Oce Moningua
Indonesia
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Paul Vannitsem
Belgium
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Phillip Bailey
United States
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Rina
Indonesia
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Roslan Husin
Malaysia
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Rosli Ibrahim
Malaysia
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Siti Nurain Mohamad Khapid
Malaysia
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Sue Fullerton
Australia
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Sugiarto
Indonesia
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Suwandi
Indonesia
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Syaiful Mujab
Indonesia
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Theresa Bubb, R.N.
United States
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Yeni Afri
Indonesia
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Zal M.
Indonesia
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