About Us

Jean-Paul Sewavi serves as a Global Learning Coordinator at Michigan State University, where he manages education abroad programs for the Colleges of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Engineering, and Natural Science. He also serves as a liaison to the African Studies Center and the Center for Community-Engaged Learning.

With more than 25 years of experience in international education and program management, Jean-Paul brings extensive expertise in developing and leading faculty-directed study abroad and global community-engaged learning programs. He has led numerous educational and development initiatives throughout Africa.

Before joining Michigan State University, Jean-Paul managed education abroad programs at the University of Dayton and the State University of New York at New Paltz (SUNY New Paltz). Through The Give Right Foundation, he continues his lifelong commitment to expanding educational opportunities, improving healthcare access, and fostering sustainable community development around the world.

Frederik Heath is a medical student, educator, and researcher at the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine. He holds a Master of Science in Epidemiology from Stanford University and a Bachelor of Science in Public Health from the University of California, Berkeley.

Frederik has extensive experience in nonprofit leadership, having previously served as a board member of Primum Oath Worldwide (formerly Sewing for Lives). He is deeply committed to education and mentorship and serves as a medical student instructor within UC Irvine’s Collaborative Learning Community program.

His interest in point-of-care ultrasound began during medical school, where he led the ultrasound elective program for first-year medical students. Through The Give Right Foundation, Frederik is dedicated to advancing healthcare education and expanding access to life-saving medical training and technologies in underserved communities worldwide.

Marie Heath is a doctoral candidate in the Department of Neurobiology and Behavior at the University of California, Irvine, where her research focuses on Huntington’s disease within the internationally recognized Thompson Laboratory.

A recipient of the prestigious National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship, Marie has distinguished herself through her academic excellence and commitment to scientific discovery. She previously served as an AMGEN Scholar and conducted clinical research at the University of California, San Francisco.

Beyond her research accomplishments, Marie has a longstanding dedication to mentorship, teaching, and community service. Her experience working with students, researchers, and nonprofit organizations reflects her commitment to empowering others through education and scientific advancement. As a co-founder of The Give Right Foundation, Marie is passionate about leveraging education, research, and community partnerships to improve health outcomes and create sustainable opportunities for underserved populations.

Michael Pagan brings extensive experience in learning and development, communications, and organizational training. In his current role at Sequoia and previously as a vendor supporting Google, he has analyzed, developed, and delivered customized training programs focused on leadership development, communication skills, sales training, new employee onboarding, systems training, and product launches.

Michael specializes in creating engaging, scenario-based learning experiences and strategic communications that drive organizational success. His passion for education extends beyond the workplace and into community service and international development.

Outside of his professional responsibilities, Michael enjoys reading, writing, kayaking, mountain biking, and following a variety of sports. He is actively involved with charitable organizations, including the Guardsmen of San Francisco, Adanu in Ghana, and Arms of Love in Nicaragua, and has participated in multiple international service initiatives. Through The Give Right Foundation, Michael has found an opportunity to combine his professional expertise with his passion for service, helping create meaningful and lasting change in communities around the world.