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When Jonathan came to EMI ten years ago as a single man to help the EMI India team make the transition from a mountain town to the megacity of Delhi, he probably didn’t know what he was getting into. His faithfulness, diligence, and honesty smoothed and enabled that transition, and he brought order to the office adminstration and finances.

Jonathan himself has grown in the unique culture of EMI, and on that journey he’s married Preeti and is now a proud father to two young children, Liya and Ethan.

In 2019, Jonathan transitioned from his role with EMI India to be the IT Manager for EMI Global. It is in this role that Jonathan’s passion for IT, computers, and servers has become evident.  His attention to detail and persevering nature has allowed him to overcome any challenge thrown at him as he manages to keep EMI’s IT system up and running.  As a worldwide organization with a heavy reliance on technology to complete our project designs, we are especially grateful for Jonathan and his expertise in IT to accomplish our mission and vision.  

We’re so thankful for the investment in time and relationship that this family has made into the ministry of EMI. Thank you Jonathan!

Jason Chandler was appointed to join EMI staff in February 2012 and moved to Colorado Springs to serve as EMI USA's WASH Manager in 2013.  For years, Jason served as the office's only civil engineer and he likely spent more time providing technical guidance to master plan water and wastewater system designs than working toward his vision to pioneer EMI's role as a leader in large, complex WASH implementation programs.

All that changed in 2020 when EMI was given the opportunity to take a leadership role in the $20 million rural Alaska WASH program - the largest grant EMI has ever been given.  Through this program, along with the major DRR shelter improvement program in Haiti and continued support of master plan projects, Jason has led EMI USA through an incredible expansion of civil engineering and WASH staff growth.  He's also worked with EMI staff around the world to update the Civil Design Guide and hold periodic civil/WASH team collaboration calls.  It is an understatement to say that we are incredibly thankful for Jason's passionate pursuit of EMI's growth in the WASH sector.

In addition to Jason's technical skill, tenacity, and leadership in civil and WASH, he also has some other great passions and abilities.  He roasts delicious coffee, is an amazing worship leader, and loves all things outdoors including hunting and fishing.

We are incredibly thankful for Jason and his wife, Sarah.  They serve at EMI and in their community with joy and great intentionality.  They are also raising four really cool children named James, Will, Josh and Lyla. It is a real joy to celebrate Jason's 10 year anniversary at EMI.  We are honored by his pursuit of his faith and calling to serve God and His Kingdom through EMI.

Hope Aparo joined EMI as a staff member in 2012, serving in the EMI Uganda office. She began working with the Construction Management Department where she was an Administrator on various projects. Several years later she switched departments and began working in Human Resources. Hope is now the HR Manager for the EMI Uganda office, and over the years has helped to lead them in developing new policies and procedures. She has been a vital member of staff as the EMI Uganda office has continued to grow and has been instrumental in helping the office to be more intentional about crossing cultures.

In addition to serving EMI Uganda as the HR Manager, Hope has been instrumental in the success of important programmes such as the EMI Internship Programme, and more recently, the EMI Fellowship Programme. She continues to serve as the Intern Coordinator, making sure that the interns have a well-rounded experience both professionally and spiritually. She served as the Fellowship Coordinator when it began at EMI Uganda, ensuring that the programme had a successful start. Hope has been an influential member of staff as she has served on the EMI Uganda Leadership Team for several years.

Thank you for your faithful service and dedication to EMI, Hope!