Marianne Meleka Boules
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Marianne is the Co-founder and Executive Director of Coptic Voice. She received her Bachelor's and Master's from the University of California Riverside in Public Policy. Based in Orange County
Established in 2017, Coptic Voice is a non-profit, non-partisan, non-governmental 501(c)3 organization dedicated to building a global Coptic identity through community dialogue, education and political empowerment. Starting with the Copts in the west, Coptic Voice seeks to provide a platform in which to build this identity through editorial efforts such as an online publication, several podcasts, and a book press. Coptic Voice also believes in the empowerment of others and thus includes a robust Advocacy division. Coptic Voice Advocacy seeks to support minority and indigenous people as they strive to access and maintain their rights, including that of the freedom of religion or belief.
We work to cultivate a space where fellow Copts can forge their collective identity by engaging in meaningful conversations about what it means to be, to live, and to exist as a Coptic Egyptian in America. We strive to ensure that the Coptic diaspora becomes a force to be reckoned with as they advocate for their own community while amplifying the voices of the countless vulnerable communities around the world.
Coptic Voice aims to forge a global Coptic identity through editorial platforms such as an online publication, podcasts, and a book press, while empowering minorities abroad starting with the Copts in Egypt through grass-root activation of Diaspora communities.
Coptic Voice aims to forge a global Coptic identity through editorial platforms such as an online publication, podcasts, and a book press, while empowering minorities abroad starting with the Copts in Egypt through grass-root activation of Diaspora communities.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Marianne is the Co-founder and Executive Director of Coptic Voice. She received her Bachelor's and Master's from the University of California Riverside in Public Policy. Based in Orange County
President
Sara is the Co-Founder and President of Coptic Voice as well as the Chairman of the Board of Directors. Sara obtained her Masters of Law from Duke University School of Law, with a focus on international human rights law, and holds additional law degrees from France and the United Kingdom. As an international lawyer, she holds diverse experience across the for-profit and non-profit sectors. She currently heads the legal department of Coptic Orphans, where she advises on corporate governance, human rights law, and other compliance matters
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Angelina is the Editor-in-Chief of Coptic Voice. She received her Bachelor's from the University of Southern California in Human Biology with minors in Spanish and Middle East Studies and is pursuing a Master’s in Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine at Keck School of Medicine. She is involved in organizations at USC whose mission is to uplift the voices of first-generation and minority students. As Editor-in-Chief, she oversees Coptic Voice's publications and website content. In her free time, Angelina enjoys drawing, singing, and writing poetry.
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
Tony is the Chief Operations Officer of Coptic Voice. He received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of California, Riverside. Married to Marianne Boules, Tony works as a high school English teacher. As COO, he helps manage the Board of Directors and Coptic Voice's advertisers.
Board Member
Andrew is a member of Coptic Voice's Board of Directors. He obtained his Masters of Science in Family & Human Development from Arizona State University. With more than 8 years of experience in international development, he has counseled and coached many people in an effort to empower them and help them live a life of self-sufficiency and meaning. Andrew is passionate about furthering positive change in the lives of under-resourced communities, especially the homeless population. He enjoys leading mission trips to different countries in Africa.
Secretary
Jennifer is the Secretary of Coptic Voice's Board of Directors. She is a licensed marriage therapist and family therapist. Jennifer is a passionate advocate for mental health awareness and works to dismantle the stigma against mental health disorders, especially within the Coptic community. She is also keenly interested in the interplay of culture and faith/religion. In her free time, she loves to read and cook, and spend time with her husband, family, and friends.
VICE PRESIDENT
Peter is the Vice President of Coptic Voice's Board of Directors. He is currently pursuing his Master's in Public Administration and Public Policy. Peter is also an NNAAC Fellow with the Arab American Civic Council. His interests include community, culture, and all things coffee-related, and also loves listening to Byzantine chants.
Treasurer
Jonathan Adly is the treasurer of Coptic Voice's Board of Directors. He is also the organization's head of Podcasts and Media. He was part of the founding team of Coptic Voice and led the production of the History of the Copts Podcast. He wears many hats depending on what needs to be done. Developer, Pharmacist, Marketer, Podcaster. Jack of all trades, master of a few. Formally, he holds a PharmD degree with post-doctoral training and an MBA in marketing. Currently, he is working as a hospital administrator while assisting in running Joyful.gifts . An automated gifting platform.
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