CategoriesStoriesHonoring Stories, Creating Change: A Journey with MCW Global
A psychologist, researcher, and sexual and reproductive rights advocate, Davi Augusto Soares has worked with more than 2,000 young people in Brazil, many from vulnerable backgrounds. MCW Global became a significant chapter in his already meaningful journey when he participated in the 2024 Young Leaders Fellowship. “For a long time, I kept my story quiet, […]
CategoriesStoriesA Path of Growth and Impact: Ayeshwini Lama’s Journey with MCW Global
Ayeshwini Lama, a 27-year-old from Bhutan, a landlocked Kingdom in the Eastern Himalayas, first joined the MCW Global Fellowship as a Mentee in 2020. Having deeply enjoyed and learned from the experience, she returned as a Mentor twice, in 2021 and 2024. A peer educator and trainer in adolescent sexual and reproductive health and rights, […]
MCW Global Celebrates its 25th Anniversary Gala in New York
New York, NY, April 23, 2025– MCW Global celebrated its 25th Anniversary Gala at New York University, bringing together more than 250 guests, including supporters, board members, beneficiaries, and young leaders, for an inspiring evening of reflection, celebration, and global connection. The 25th Anniversary Campaign raised over $1 million to support MCW Global’s programs in […]
CategoriesStoriesJules Dukuze: Using Tech and Leadership to Inspire Change
Jules Dukuze, ICT Instructor at MC-Rwanda, shares his journey with the organization and what continues to inspire him nearly three years into his role. Before joining the MC-Rwanda team in 2022, Jules worked in the general education system under a national curriculum, where his primary focus was preparing students for national exams and university entry. […]
Young Leaders Conference – Kenya 2025 | Applications Are Now CLOSED! Thank you for your interest!
What is it? MCW Global, The Kofi Annan Foundation, and the Africa Alliance of YMCAs have joined forces to implement the Sawa Project, which aims to equip young mental health professionals, community organizers, and advocates in six Eastern African countires- Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Somalia, Tanzania, and Uganda with the skills, resources, and networks needed to […]
Key Achievements and Testimonials of the MC-Tanzania Dental Therapy Outreach Training Program
Since 2014, the MC-Tanzania Dental Therapist Outreach Training Program has played a key role in improving oral health care for underserved communities in Tanzania. It began in the Mbeya region and expanded to the Tanga region in 2016. In the last four years, the program focused on providing hands-on training for final-year dental therapist students […]
CategoriesStoriesDriving Change: Sara Mtagwa’s Journey with MC-Tanzania
Now in her ninth year with MC-Tanzania, Program Officer Sara Mtagwa remains motivated by the organization’s mission. She emphasizes that being part of MC-Tanzania provides her with opportunities for professional development, engagement with diverse communities, exposure to various challenges, and participation in innovative projects that foster continuous learning and growth. “Being part of a team […]
CategoriesStoriesShawn Crosby: How MCW Global Shaped My Path to Leadership and Change
Shawn Crosby, an MCW Global alumnus, believes that one of the most impactful moments of his involvement with MCW was realizing the power of community and the value of diverse perspectives. Coming from Cleveland, Ohio, Shawn feels that MCW Global opened doors and opportunities he may never have encountered otherwise. Through MCW Global, he gained […]
CategoriesStoriesBrendan Schultz: How MCW Global Shaped my Leadership Journey and Impact
Brendan Schultz, from Hawai’i, an MCW Global alumnus and part of the second cohort of MCW Global’s Abraham Magid Educational Scholarship Program (AME), in this piece, reflects on how MCW Global has shaped his leadership skills, deepened his connection to its mission, and influenced his personal growth. As the Founder and Executive Director of United […]
CategoriesStoriesEmpowering Communities and Youth: Elizabeth’s Reflections on Her Journey with MC-Zambia
Elizabeth Moyo, a Board Member of MC-Zambia, shares the motivations behind her ongoing commitment to the organization and its mission. “What motivated me to be part of the MC Zambia Board then and still motivates me now is the change we can bring to our communities and improve their lives. Changing lives no matter the […]
