Haggai Leader Deborah Chan is a program coordinator, missionary, and author leading initiatives focused on rural community development, education access, and sustainable livelihoods among underserved communities in Southeast Asia. With a professional background in tourism consulting and sustainable development, she brings a strategic and holistic approach to community transformation by integrating practical development work with faith-driven mission.

Her leadership journey spans both local and international contexts. From 2014 to 2016, she served as a missionary in rural Southeast Asia, where she raised over $30,000 to establish four literacy centers, trained more than 80 local teachers, and launched a volunteer outreach program that mobilized participants to engage in community service and missions. Her work also included organizing medical and educational programs, demonstrating a commitment to addressing both immediate and long-term community needs.

In her current role, Deborah continues to create meaningful impact by providing education opportunities for rural children and developing social enterprise pathways for local farmers. Beyond her fieldwork, she is an active speaker and workshop facilitator, equipping youth and young adults with a vision for mission, leadership, and evangelism. As the author of Live to Last, she shares personal experiences and insights to inspire others to live intentionally and pursue a life of purpose and legacy.

Deborah is widely recognized for her ability to connect the marketplace, ministry, and community engagement into a unified lifestyle of service. Her leadership is deeply shaped by her personal journey of faith, life experiences, and a strong commitment to living with humility, obedience, and compassion while advancing meaningful and sustainable change in the communities she serves.