The Culture of Encounter Project - Georgetown University

Jedd Medefind serves as president of the Christian Alliance for Orphans (CAFO). CAFO unites 270+ member organizations and a global network of churches in shared initiatives to serve vulnerable children and families worldwide—from foster care and adoption to family restoration. Prior to this role, he led the White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives under President George W. Bush. Previously, Medefind held a range of posts in the California State Legislature. He has worked, studied, and served in more than 30 countries, from Christian Life Bangladesh to Price-Waterhouse, Moscow.