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Contributed by Aspire Institute Beryl Mungai, 2023 Aspire Leaders Program alumna from Kenya, has transformed her childhood struggles with isolation and bullying into an impactful organization changing how Kenyan youth access mental health and substance abuse support. As the founder of New Beginnings Kwa Ground, Mungai has developed innovative approaches to support young people, families, […]
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Contributed by Aspire Institute Josiah Muriuki, an Aspire Leaders Program alumnus and Social Impact Seed Fund winner from Kenya, shared his story of resilience, giving back, and creating an initiative focused on mentorship. His story began from humble beginnings in Kirinyaga County, Kenya. Muriuku’s charisma, hard work, and determination allowed him to find […]
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Contributed by Aspire Institute Michelle Nagawa, a 25 year old Aspire Leaders Program alum from 2022, studied Surveying Land Information Systems and received a grant from Aspire Institute for a community project within the Katanga slum area in 2023. A first-generation university graduate and the first-born in her family, she has always strived to be […]
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Contributed by Aspire Institute Embarking on an extraordinary journey from Makurdi in Benue State, Nigeria, to the prestigious halls of Princeton University, Aspire Leaders Program alumnus, Godwin Obi, shared an inspiring narrative of resilience, determination, and the transformative power of education in a recent interview. Now a doctoral candidate in the department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering working […]
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New collaboration expands access to world-class leadership development opportunities for young Africans Africa.com, the leading digital media platform celebrating Africa’s innovation and leadership, has announced a new Knowledge Partnership with Aspire Institute, a nonprofit organization founded at Harvard University that provides transformative leadership development for underserved young leaders around the world. Through this partnership, Africa.com […]
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Contributed by Aspire Institute Andrew Marvin Kanyike, a 26 year old from Uganda completed the Aspire Leaders Program in 2022 and received a Community Action Award for his project aiming to increase early detection of hypertension in Eastern Uganda. His commitment to medical research and making an impact on community health has led to his […]
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