Meet the dedicated team behind Homes of Hope, committed to empowering women and children in Fiji.
Management Team
MARK ROCHE
Executive Director,
Co - founder
Mark leads the organization with a deep commitment to keeping the freedom of girls and young women at the heart of its mission, centered on the love of Jesus Christ. He is passionate about building a sustainable future for the organization while honoring the rich culture of the South Pacific.
INIETA FINAU BENACA
Co-Team Leader Community Development Team
Inieta works tirelessly with the families of our beneficiaries and their wider communities to strengthen family connections and deepen community safety nets. Her work helps raise awareness and prevent forced sex through education, support, and trust-building at the grassroots level.
SUNIL KUMAR
Co-Team Leader Community Development Team
Sunil Kumar is passionate about seeing girls, young women, and vulnerable communities gain freedom through the power of training. His vast experience and training focus on building skills, independence, and confidence that create lasting change in the lives of each beneficiary as well as their communities.
SALOTE SEKINAIRAI MULE
Co-Team Leader Restorative Care: Residential Campus
Seki’s wisdom and experience provide essential oversight for the restorative care processes that support each resident’s healing and agency. She ensures that all Homes of Hope programs and practices are grounded in trauma-informed care, fostering a safe and supportive environment for recovery.
ACACIA ROCHE
Co-Team Leader Restorative Care:
Advocacy
Acacia oversees the HoH Internship Program, guiding each intern toward independent living, ownership of her story, and advocacy. Her empathetic and gentle presence creates a safe environment where interns can thrive as they move toward lasting independence.
LYNNIE ROCHE
Co - founder
Lynnie is semi-retired with nearly 30 years of experience, bringing deep wisdom and a strong commitment to her ongoing work. She is devoted to preserving the legacy and impact of HoH and remains passionate about strengthening families. Her work reflects a lifelong dedication to the freedom found in Jesus Christ.
Fiji Board Members
JOSAIA RAYAWA
Chairman
Josaia brings leadership and governance expertise to guide Homes of Hope's mission.
MARK ROCHE
Member
Mark serves on the board, aligning operational efforts with strategic goals.
OLIVIA MAVOA
Member
Olivia contributes her experience in social services to the board's initiatives.
USA Board Members
BILL DUNNING
Chairman
Bill leads the USA board, fostering international support for Homes of Hope.
KELLY TRIPLETT
Treasurer
Kelly manages financial oversight, ensuring transparency and accountability.
MARK ROCHE
Member
Mark maintains board records, facilitating communication and governance.
Development Team Advisors
PEARL HARPER
New Zealand
MERE TORA
Fiji Islands