Since 2000, Silvestro has testified before Congress on human rights abuses in Sudan, led peaceful demonstrations in support of Sudanese in need, and given dozens of speaking events at churches, universities, and organizations across the United States.

Today, with the help of the New Sudan Generation Board of Directors, Silvestro continues to better the lives of thousands of Sudanese.

Board of Directors

The New Sudan Generation's Board of Directors is composed of leaders and visionaries from a variety of fields who are committed to rebuilding Southern Sudan. Our Board Members represent a broad spectrum of private and public sector organizations with expertise in business, healthcare, education and nonprofit activities.

Board
Mr. Silvestro Akara Bakhiet    President and Founder    New Sudan Generation    San Francisco, California
Dr. Mary Ann Jones   Chair   Psychologist   San Francisco, California
Dr. Douglas Merrill   Secretary   Environmental Engineer   Lafayette, California
Ms. Iris Wilson      Treasurer      Certified Public Accountant      Sarasota, Florida
Dr. Neil L. Anderson Professor of  Geology and Geophysics Missouri University of  Science and Technology Rolla, Missouri
Mr. Lonnie Holmes    Director Of Community  Services Division     San Francisco Juvenile Probation Department    San Francisco, California