CategoriesStoriesDorine Focus, Program Officer at MC-Tanzania shares what first drew her to MC-Tanzania and MCW Global and what continues to inspire her involvement after three years with the organization. She reflects on her transformative journey with MC-Tanzania, a story of professional growth, meaningful connections, and shared commitment to community change. “One aspect that drives my […]
CategoriesStoriesA 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, […]
CategoriesStoriesAyeshwini 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, […]
CategoriesStoriesJules 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. […]
CategoriesStoriesNow 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, 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, 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 […]
CategoriesStoriesElizabeth 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 […]
CategoriesStoriesMutinta Mundia from Zambia, a 2022 MCW Global alumna, shares her transformative journey with MCW Global- an experience that significantly shaped both her personal and professional life. One of the key lessons she learned was the organization’s commitment to identifying and empowering young leaders to drive change within their communities. This commitment resonates deeply with […]
CategoriesStoriesAs MCW Global marks its 25th anniversary, we hear from Richard Magid, President of Soundboard Consulting Group, LLC, a long-standing supporter and passionate advocate for MCW Global’s work. Richard, creator, and founder of the Abraham Magid Educational Scholarship Program (AME), which by the end of 2024 supported a total of six MCW Global alumni, reflects […]
