Dr. Deborah Young – Executive Director and Founder

Dr. Deborah Young EdS, PhD has earned graduate degrees as an Education Specialist in Educational Administration, Leadership and Policy, and a Doctorate in Educational Innovation for Early Childhood. She is a two- time Fulbright Scholar recipient and is currently the Education Department Chair at Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado.  She has published on matters affecting the lives of children, their families, and communities. Dr. Young has served on various non-profit Boards and is actively involved in several participatory action research studies.

Deborah Young is a true leader and advocate for the improved education, health, development, and human rights of marginalized populations around the world.Through her heartfelt commitment and drive, she has nurtured a long-held dream that continues to shape lives around the world, turning peace and justice into a reality for many.

Judi Jackson – President

Judi has worked with AACC and APIEAT in Jalapa, NI since 2006. Judi is Therapy Manager of Inpatient Rehabilitation Services at Boulder Community Health (BCH) and has over 25 years of exoerience providing rehabilitation services and support for individuals with disabilities.  Judi has extensive experience in the management of more than 50 occupational, physical therapy and speech-language pathology therapists.  Judi’s has organized several therapy delegations to address the special needs of children and adults living with disabilities in the Jalapa Valley.  She continues to bring this focus to her work with AACC projects in Nicaragua.

Doreen Trees – Vice President

Doreen Trees has worked as an early childhood professional, educator, and mentor for over 30 years. She currently leads her own early childhood classroom, parenting class for moms and toddlers, and is an adjunct at the University of Naropa, Department of Education. Doreen has volunteered in Nepal and Bhutan with AACC supporting local teachers to help raise the quality of E.C.E. education programs and their teaching skills and disciplines. Doreen has served on the board of AACC since its inception and as Vice President for the last two years.

Doreen Trees – Vice President

Doreen Trees has worked as an early childhood professional, educator, and mentor for over 30 years. She currently leads her own early childhood classroom, parenting class for moms and toddlers, and is an adjunct at the University of Naropa, Department of Education. Doreen has volunteered in Nepal and Bhutan with AACC supporting local teachers to help raise the quality of E.C.E. education programs and their teaching skills and disciplines. Doreen has served on the board of AACC since its inception and as Vice President for the last two years.

Doreen Trees – Vice President

Doreen Trees has worked as an early childhood professional, educator, and mentor for over 30 years. She currently leads her own early childhood classroom, parenting class for moms and toddlers, and is an adjunct at the University of Naropa, Department of Education. Doreen has volunteered in Nepal and Bhutan with AACC supporting local teachers to help raise the quality of E.C.E. education programs and their teaching skills and disciplines. Doreen has served on the board of AACC since its inception and as Vice President for the last two years.

Doreen Trees – Vice President

Doreen Trees has worked as an early childhood professional, educator, and mentor for over 30 years. She currently leads her own early childhood classroom, parenting class for moms and toddlers, and is an adjunct at the University of Naropa, Department of Education. Doreen has volunteered in Nepal and Bhutan with AACC supporting local teachers to help raise the quality of E.C.E. education programs and their teaching skills and disciplines. Doreen has served on the board of AACC since its inception and as Vice President for the last two years.

Doreen Trees – Vice President

Doreen Trees has worked as an early childhood professional, educator, and mentor for over 30 years. She currently leads her own early childhood classroom, parenting class for moms and toddlers, and is an adjunct at the University of Naropa, Department of Education. Doreen has volunteered in Nepal and Bhutan with AACC supporting local teachers to help raise the quality of E.C.E. education programs and their teaching skills and disciplines. Doreen has served on the board of AACC since its inception and as Vice President for the last two years.

Doreen Trees – Vice President

Doreen Trees has worked as an early childhood professional, educator, and mentor for over 30 years. She currently leads her own early childhood classroom, parenting class for moms and toddlers, and is an adjunct at the University of Naropa, Department of Education. Doreen has volunteered in Nepal and Bhutan with AACC supporting local teachers to help raise the quality of E.C.E. education programs and their teaching skills and disciplines. Doreen has served on the board of AACC since its inception and as Vice President for the last two years.

Doreen Trees – Vice President

Doreen Trees has worked as an early childhood professional, educator, and mentor for over 30 years. She currently leads her own early childhood classroom, parenting class for moms and toddlers, and is an adjunct at the University of Naropa, Department of Education. Doreen has volunteered in Nepal and Bhutan with AACC supporting local teachers to help raise the quality of E.C.E. education programs and their teaching skills and disciplines. Doreen has served on the board of AACC since its inception and as Vice President for the last two years.

Doreen Trees – Vice President

Doreen Trees has worked as an early childhood professional, educator, and mentor for over 30 years. She currently leads her own early childhood classroom, parenting class for moms and toddlers, and is an adjunct at the University of Naropa, Department of Education. Doreen has volunteered in Nepal and Bhutan with AACC supporting local teachers to help raise the quality of E.C.E. education programs and their teaching skills and disciplines. Doreen has served on the board of AACC since its inception and as Vice President for the last two years.