Executive Director

Elizabeth Wilson

Elizabeth Wilson co-founded Peace Village Global in 1996 along with Wintry Whitt. The two went on to create the curricula, direct camps, and educate both camp directors and new trainers. Elizabeth was an adjunct professor in the Peace and Social Justice Department at Pacific University for over 20 years where she developed and led programs for students. She enjoys teaching outside the classroom and has worked in a UN camp for SE Asian refugees, with the Navajo Nation, and for many years leading expeditions in the wilderness. She has studied natural medicine, yoga and meditation for over 25 years, and delights in playing and teaching music, being outside and spending time with family.

Trainers

Wintry Whitt: Lead Trainer

A graduate of Pacific University, with a degree in Peace and Conflict Studies, Wintry Whitt has been involved with Peace Village since its inception in 1996. She has taught all of the core classes, and directed the Peace Village camp in Lincoln City for several years.  She started a school in Maweni Village, Kenya, where she facilitated study abroad courses for university students. Wintry is a certified and practicing mediator.

Aaron Nigel Smith: Lead Trainer

Aaron has been involved with Peace Village since 2016. He has been a focused community building teacher at many camps using his masterful music and drumming skills. He is an integral part of the team, bringing the understanding of Peace Village Global’s work to many Rotary clubs and community organizations.  Aaron has educated, empowered, and entertained youth and families around the world. In 2009 Aaron and his wife formed the non-profit One World Chorus with the goal of building bridges internationally through choral singing. Aaron also works with Ben & Jerry’s, The Bob Marley Foundation, and PYE Global to organize the One Love Youth Camp.

Lisa Iacovetta: Trainer

Lisa has been with Peace Village since 2003. She wrote the media literacy portion of the “Build A Peace Village” curriculum. She was interim director of the non-profit in 2011-2012 and continues to teach, lead programs, and train teachers.  She has been teaching (and learning) around the world since 1994. She taught in American schools in Germany, and English as a Second Language in Japan. Lisa continues her work as a teacher at Churchill High School in Eugene, Oregon and has been with the District since 2003. She enjoys her work with youth in various settings, striving to empower them as leaders and world citizens. Lisa enjoys hiking, swimming, and traveling with friends and family.