Celebrate 20 Years of Transforming Lives
Our 20th anniversary is a time to celebrate the impact we’ve built together over two decades. To mark this milestone, we are introducing our 20 for 20 Planned Giving Initiative, inviting supporters to consider how their values can create opportunity for generations to come.
Together, we can ensure that future scholars continue to experience the life-changing power of education.
Join the 20 for 20 InitiativeWhat's Happening at WMI?
“When war nearly ended my dream of becoming a health professional, WMI made it possible for me to finish my education. Today, I serve my community in South Sudan as a nurse.”
— Gatduel Badeng Wich Kang, 2025 Alum
Across Africa and beyond, communities need more than short-term aid—they need leaders who stay and build lasting change.
That’s what WMI does.
By supporting first-generation college students with scholarships, leadership training, and a global network, WMI helps learning stay local and leadership grow where it’s needed most.
Because of supporters like you:
🎓 Students earn degrees and become leaders
🌱 Alumni stay and strengthen their communities
🌍 Local solutions create lasting impact
And it multiplies—75% of WMI alumni go on to support someone else’s education.
Now, we’re launching our IGNITING CHANGE campaign.
Our goal is $150,000 by June 30th.
You can help fund the next generation of community leaders like Gatduel.
Be part of leadership that lasts.
💝 DONATE TODAY: secure.qgiv.com/for/ignitingchange2026/
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We’re thrilled to welcome Sindile Mazibuko to the Wells Mountain Initiative Advisory Board! 🌍✨
A visionary thought leader and systems thinker, Sindile brings more than two decades of experience connecting policy, people, technology, and opportunity into actionable strategies. Her work focuses on designing holistic, scalable solutions—positioning her at the forefront of shaping inclusive digital literacy, the future of work, and AI-driven economies.
Driven by an Ubuntu-centered leadership philosophy, Sindile is passionate about building systems where individuals and communities can thrive together.
“WMI’s work deeply resonates with my commitment to advancing inclusive opportunity, digital education, workforce readiness, and global partnerships. I’m inspired by its ability to translate vision into real community impact, unlocking young talent through access to capital, skills, and dignity. I see this role as an opportunity to help co-create ecosystems where youth and local communities can thrive sustainably in a rapidly evolving digital era.”
We’re so grateful to have you with us, Sindile—welcome! 💛
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We’re so excited to welcome Janet Lawrence to the WMI Advisory Board! 🎉
A talented video producer with a background in television and publishing, Janet brings both creative expertise and a passion for storytelling. Since transitioning to freelance work, she has embraced projects of all sizes, from large-scale productions to mission-driven content. She is also a devoted mom of two, balancing creativity and care in all aspects of her life.
Janet has already been a valued part of the WMI community, contributing her skills through video production and serving as an application reader. As she shares:
“I’ve seen firsthand the impact of WMI’s work. This role lets me continue contributing to the mission while deepening my connection to the organization.”
We’re so grateful to have you with us, Janet—welcome! 💛
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