About Interfaith Action of Central Texas

Interfaith Action of Central Texas exists to build healthy relationships between the faith communities of Central Texas.

We believe the work of bridging the faith divides of our community is not just a “nice” thing to do – it is essential. Any honest assessment of the threats to our children’s future would take into account the very real possibility of interfaith conflict. But, while the threat is global – our response must also be local.

We believe that the work of “cultivating peace and respect” cannot be left to diplomats and dignitaries – we, the faithful, have to play a leading role.

We invite all good-hearted people to join us in this work. You may be Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, Baha’i, Unitarian, Sikh, secular, or simply a spiritual seeker – but your voice, your talents and your commitment will be welcomed by the iACT community.

We believe that a future of peace and respect begins with you – and that together we can all be the “i” in iACT. Our individual actions can and will make a difference. Join us as we cultivate peace and respect through interfaith dialogue, service and celebration!

iACT Board of Directors

Shakeel Rashed

President

Sam Greer
President Elect

Venerable Jue Ji Shih
CFO

Tom Stanton
Treasurer

Larry Graham
Vice President of Communication

Paul Hudson
Vice President of Planning

Michelle Bonilla
Immediate Past President

Rev. Don Brewington

Rev. Jennifer Rousseau
Cumberbatch

Imam Anwer Imam

Rabbi Kelly Levy

Prashant Sheth

Michael Whellan

Sara Hickman

Rev. Peggy Lo

Dr. Kazique Prince

iACT Staff

Simone Talma Flowers
Executive
Director

Kristen McMath
Operations
Manager

Javid Entezar
IT Support
Coordinator

Farida Naqshbandi
Refugee Program Registration Specialist 

Heather Nicoll
Social Worker

Lubna Zeidan
Director of Employee Success & Engagement

Lori Mayfield
Financial Literacy Program Coordinator

AJ Tareen
Health & Wellness Program Coordinator

Sayed Mahdi Husseini
Refugee Program
Support

Imane Houdaifa
Refugee Program Support

Chad Pevateaux
iACT for Refugees Program Director

Andres Garcia
Communications
Coordinator

Desire Nizigiyimana
Refugee Program
Specialist

Azita Jawady
Refugee Health & Wellness Instructor

Mia Sims
Events Consultant 

Claire Meade
Hands on Housing Program Director

James Thomas
Development
Associate

Elham Sadat
Volunteer
Coordinator

Julianne Luhtala
Refugee Youth Program Coordinator

Karen Jaeger
Grants Manager / Bookkeeper