Scott Umstattd (he/him)

SCOTT UMSTATTD

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

A little bit about you:
I want to make a positive impact through photography, merging fine art with journalism. I appreciate humor.

A little bit about your role at PWB:
As a member of the Board of Directors, I am helping to lead PWB toward the goal of expanding our reach and impact, ensuring that ambitious photographers have the resources and support they need.

Scott Umstattd - US Board of Directors

What's the best part of your job?
In this position, I'm looking forward to uplifting photographers, amplifying the issues they capture through their lens, and bolstering Photographers Without Borders to expand its support for more storytellers and photographers.

What are you most passionate about?
I'm passionate about combining editorial photography with fine art photography.

Why is decolonizing storytelling important to you?
It embraces diverse perspectives and develops empathy.I believe photography is a universal language and that it is capable of reshaping societies.

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Nicole Cavino (she/her)

NICOLE CAVINO

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

A little bit about you:
I am an accomplished consultant with more than 15 years of leadership in international development and education, and experience working for and with the US government, NGOs, foundations and for-profit companies. I am also a lifelong learner, always looking for ways to better myself and the world around me.

A little bit about your role at PWB:
I looking forward to being allowed the travel for my first assignment in Guatemala, and to joining the PWB USA Board.

Nicole Cavino - Board of Directors

What's the best part of your job?
I am excited to be part of this inspiring team!

What are you most passionate about?
Inclusion; education; learning; literature; my friends and family.

Why is decolonizing storytelling important to you?
Because stories are everything; they are what gets passed down from generation to generation and influence our big and small decision-making, now and in the future.

What inspires you?
Working with smart, compassionate people that remind me of how little I really know.

What are some of your personal goals?
I am always working toward greater personal growth and having a positive impact on the world, big or small. And this is an opportunity to learn more about the ins and outs of this organization while also contributing to its growth and success.

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Les Tung (he/him)

Les Tung

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

A little bit about you:
I was a Prof. of Music for 28 years at Kalamazoo College, and continue to perform and record as a classical pianist. I've led the local Amnesty International Urgent Actions for over 30 years.

A little bit about your role at PWB:
I looking forward to being allowed the travel for my first assignment in Guatemala, and to joining the PWB USA Board.

Les Tung - Board of Directors

What's the best part of your job?
I'm looking forward to showing off the great work done by PWB, and to contributing to that work myself.

What are you most passionate about?
Social Justice
Education
The Arts

When you are not working, what do you enjoy doing?
Hiking, running, bicycling.

What inspires you?
Every NGO leader in PWB magazine

What makes you more than a photographer?
I am on the lookout for that common thread of life vibrating in all humanity and in all creation.

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