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Directors & team
DCHI is led by a team committed to Deaf leadership, health equity, and accountable governance — anchored in partnership with the Albert & Nokukhanya Luthuli Peace & Development Institute.
Governance
Board of Directors
Dwayne Harris
Founder & Executive Director
A nationally and internationally recognized Deaf advocate, sign language interpreter, healthcare accessibility pioneer, author, and inventor with more than 35 years of service.
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Seneliso Nkonyeni
Senior Director
Founder of the Nkonyeni Foundation; a language and data management specialist closing communication gaps for Deaf communities.
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Herbert Prinsloo
Senior Director
A proudly South African leader whose lifelong career of service spans rail hospitality, tourism, and community-centred leadership.
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Executive Committee & Team
Annie Freda Johnson-Jones
Special Adviser
To connect with the board or request governance information, please get in touch.
How we govern
Principles that guide our board
Equity
Healthcare access is a right, not a privilege.
Inclusion
Deaf voices and leadership guide the work.
Dignity
Communication is central to safe and ethical care.
Innovation
Technology removes systemic barriers.
Accountability
Transparent governance and ethical data practices.
Work with our leadership
Partner organisations and institutions are welcome to connect with the DCHI board and team.