Mary Jane Lamoste was raised in the mountainous areas of Dauin, Negros Oriental, in the...
Fellows’ Stories
Building Bridges Through Books: Sophia Danielson’s Innovative Approach to Refugee Education
Sophia Danielson’s journey into the world of entrepreneurial social impact did not begin within...
Changing Lives Through ‘Bioniks’: Anas Niaz’s Journey from Science Fiction to Reality
From a young age, Anas Niaz was captivated by larger-than-life superheroes and the futuristic...
A Safe Space for All: Azeez Abubakar and Nexavue Revolutionizing Mental Health in Africa
Recent studies have shown that one in seven African youths suffer from mental health challenges....
Bees, Forests, and Financial Futures: Chiyanika Nakasamu and Fourth Line Limited
Chiyanika Nakasamu, a Zambian social entrepreneur, grew up witnessing the harsh realities of poverty and environmental degradation in his community. His family primarily relied on income from charcoal burning, a common but ecologically destructive practice driven by...
WAWERO: Teddy Akongo’s Mission to Empower Vulnerable Youth Through Art
Teddy Akongo grew up with an understanding of the transformative power of the arts and community support. As the co-founder and Director of the WAWERO Foundation, she has dedicated her life to creating a nurturing environment for vulnerable youth in Uganda through...
Flourishing Futures: Sienna Xu’s Mission to Transform Mental Health Educationy
Sienna Zhiwen Xu was born and raised in a small village in China, where she experienced firsthand the lack of mental health support in public schools. According to a recent national study of mental health, at least 30 million children and adolescents struggle with...