Raising Leaders & amp; Futurpreneurs
We are dedicated to mentoring, equipping, empowering, and training the next generation of Congolese youth.
Our Story
A Legacy of Leadership Since 2004
Inspired by the leadership teachings of the late Rev.Dr.Joel Kuvuna, an outstanding leader from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kuvuna Foundation was created in 2004.
Our foundation is built on the belief that sustainable communities are built around a common purpose, one that is bigger than any one person in that community.
Our Vision
Raise a new generation of leaders and futurpreneurs.
Our Mission
Kuvuna Foundation mission is to Mentor, Equip, Empower, and Train(M.E.E.T.) Congolese youth in Leadership and Entrepreneurship.
Our Core Values
What Drives Us Forward
Respect and Integrity
Treat others the way you want to be treated. Know and do what is right.
Social Responsibility
Act and Serve in the best interests of the community, country, and the world.
Innovative Thinking
Imagining creative and courageous solutions which respond to local and global challenges.
Collaboration
Willing to be part of a strong team with a strong impact through mentorship and peer relationships.
Bénédicte Mundele Kuvuna
President & amp; CEO
Message from the President & amp; CEO
The Leadership Team at Kuvuna Foundation is committed to raise a new class of young Congolese leaders and entrepreneurs.At the early age of 14, my parents, both co - founders of Kuvuna Foundation, dragged me to their very first Youth Leadership Camp held at The American School of Kinshasa(TASOK), and sponsored by the US Embassy in Kinshasa, DRC.
Little did I know that this one - week time spent listening and learning from speakers after speakers who shared their experiences from their successes and failures would shape my life today as a servant leader.
At 21 years old, I received the Anzisha Prize sponsored by Africa Leadership Academy in South Africa and The Mastercard Foundation.In 2013, I served as the very first Curator of the Global Shapers Hub in Kinshasa, a youth branch of World Economic Forum.In 2015, I completed a Master Program in Food Innovation in Italy.A Tony Elumelu Entrepreneurship grant recipient.Was named by BBC News 2019 as one of the 100 most inspiring and influential Women from around the world.
My dream is to see a new generation of leaders and entrepreneurs who do not consider themselves as victims, but who believe to be CHANGEMAKERS. & ldquo;If It Is to Be, It 's up to Me.& rdquo;
I do believe that sustainable communities are built around a common purpose, one that is bigger than any one person in that community.Our mission to Mentor, Equip, Empower, Train is thrilling and challenging.We hope you will join us in supporting this great vision.
What We Do
Our Programs
We offer comprehensive programs designed to foster leadership and entrepreneurship at every stage of development.
Youth Leadership Program
A High School Program where students (14-19 years old) learn and develop their leadership and entrepreneurship skills to become exceptional changemakers in their communities.
Youth Leadership Center
The Youth Leadership Center commits to offer youths resources and opportunities in a healthy and clean environment with dignity and no discrimination.
Center for Community Development
Aims to create, establish, encourage and support development projects to strengthen youth capabilities for sustainable growth and progress.
