Our Team in the U.S.

This dedicated group is what keeps MdC running behind the scenes. Our team members share their expertise from professional experiences, skills, and personal gifts. Together, we are making a difference.

Jean sicurella

Co-Founder

Jean’s career has been focused in the area of business management and sales in both non and for-profit organizations. Jean is using her skills to oversee and ensure the smooth operation of both the US and Mexico teams in all facets of the organization. Jean lives in Boston, MA but travels monthly to Mexico and works closely with co-founder Francisco to fulfill their mission. Jean’s heart breaks for those in need and is thankful to such a great team that has a shared vision to empower women and children.

Victoria Nelson

Director of Marketing

Victoria has a degree in business and non-profit management from Lesley University and serves as MdC's Director of Marketing and Communications. Victoria oversees our social media platforms and website. She drives our marketing strategy, ensuring all aspects of our messaging stays consistent with our vision, brand and goals.

Autumn Bouck

Finance and Administration

Autumn manages the finances and helps coordinate operations at MdC. She has spent the last several years volunteering in administration and finance for a local non-profit organization and she is glad to reach out beyond her community to help refugees at the Mexico/U.S. Border. Autumn has a degree in English and Spanish and has worked in a variety of roles in communications and administration.

Linda Kilburn-peterson

Special Projects

Linda works on a variety of special projects for MdC, including strategic planning and supporting fundraising. Since receiving her MBA, Linda has worked as a strategy consultant in both the for profit and nonprofit sectors and as an operations leader, developing people systems and internal processes to drive success. She is excited to participate in the important work MdC is doing at the Mexico/US border.

MAccon Bonner

Philanthropy Coordinator

Maccon is currently a senior at Suffolk University in Boston studying communication and political science. He started working for MdC in summer 2022 and works on MdC’s fundraising. In the past, he was the deputy field director for a local campaign for state rep in MA. He is proud of the work that MdC is doing and is excited to become more involved empowering refugees and expanding the effort of health education.

Cayla Kwok

Intern - Website Design

Cayla is a rising junior attending Arlington High School. She enjoys writing for the journalism club and using her voice to raise awareness in the community. Through Model UN, she learns about world issues and international relations. She is utilizing these skills while working with MdC to help redesign their website, organize and enter data, and assist with various projects.