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WMI advances access to university education,
predominantly in Africa, and continues lifelong
investments in exceptional scholars and alumni
through start-up funding and leadership development as they innovate and lead social change. Our Mission - WMI advances access to university education, predominantly in Africa, and continues lifelong investments in exceptional scholars and alumni through start

-up funding and leadership development as they innovate and lead social change. Our Vision - Exceptional scholars and alumni are supported to realize their full potential and become leaders in creating the changes they want to see in their communities and, ultimately, the world.

Saraphina grew up in Lusaka, Zambia, in a family facing financial hardship after her parents separated. Despite the chal...
05/29/2026

Saraphina grew up in Lusaka, Zambia, in a family facing financial hardship after her parents separated. Despite the challenges, her mother worked hard to keep her in school and later started a small community school for vulnerable children.

Inspired by her mother’s resilience, Saraphina is now studying Education at the University of Zambia through the support of the Wells Mountain Initiative Scholarship Program.

Her dream is to return home and improve the quality of education for children in her community.

Your support helps students like Saraphina turn hope into lasting change. ❤️

✨ Mariam Sulleiman, 2022 WMI Alum, Nigeria ✨Raised in a Nigerian slum where overcrowded classrooms, financial hardship...
05/26/2026

✨ Mariam Sulleiman, 2022 WMI Alum, Nigeria ✨

Raised in a Nigerian slum where overcrowded classrooms, financial hardship, and long days of hawking water threatened to derail her education, Mariam Sulleiman has refused to let her circumstances define her future.

📚 Today, she is a PhD researcher in Mechanical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin, advancing groundbreaking research in Human-AI collaboration and AI in Engineering Design after earning degrees from Carnegie Mellon University Africa and Federal University of Technology, Minna Bosso-Campus. Mariam’s remarkable journey recently earned her the prestigious Women in Engineering: Rising Star Award from the SAE Media Group, recognizing her leadership, innovation, and impact as a role model for women in STEM.

🌍 Mariam is also pioneering the integration of 3D printing into African manufacturing, with research accepted at the International Conference on Engineering Design exploring how additive manufacturing and traditional casting methods can modernize industries across the continent.

Beyond her academic achievements, she has remained deeply committed to local service, co-founding the Females in Clean Energy Foundation to expand STEM access, mentorship, and sustainable energy initiatives in underserved Nigerian communities.

As a proud alum of WMI and former Global Advisory Board member, Mariam continues to embody WMI’s mission by transforming opportunity into lasting change.

After losing her first child, Samantha Sibanda went through one of the hardest moments of her life.But instead of giving...
05/22/2026

After losing her first child, Samantha Sibanda went through one of the hardest moments of her life.

But instead of giving up, she chose to fight for people whose voices are often ignored.

Since 2011, Samantha has been advocating for children and persons with disabilities in Zimbabwe, helping them access education, dignity, and opportunity.🌍

With support from the Wells Mountain Initiative CDG Program, her work has now reached over 350 direct beneficiaries.

Because of her, more children with disabilities are getting the chance to learn, grow, and believe in their future.

Samantha's story of leadership shows how one scholarship given to one leader can impact hundreds of lives. The gift of education has ripple effects far beyond the classroom.

We invite you to be a part of that change today.✈️

https://secure.qgiv.com/for/ignitingchange2026/

We are over 60% of the way toward our goal of raising $150,000 by June 30th.THANK YOU to those who have already donated!...
05/21/2026

We are over 60% of the way toward our goal of raising $150,000 by June 30th.

THANK YOU to those who have already donated! Words cannot express the depths of our gratitude. ❤️

If you haven't, today is a GREAT DAY to invest in global leaders who return home with the skills, compassion, and determination needed to build lasting change. 🌍

https://secure.qgiv.com/for/ignitingchange2026/

From a rural childhood marked by hardship to becoming a dental surgeon and community leader, Nasilele Mubita is creating...
05/18/2026

From a rural childhood marked by hardship to becoming a dental surgeon and community leader, Nasilele Mubita is creating brighter smiles across Zambia. 🦷🪥

Raised by a widowed mother who worked tirelessly to support four daughters, Nasilele fought to stay in school and pursue her dream of studying dentistry. With support from WMI, she graduated from The Copperbelt University in 2022 and returned to serve the communities that shaped her.

Today, Nasilele is a dental surgeon, WMI alum, and founder of We Smile, an organization dedicated to expanding access to oral healthcare and education for underserved communities in Zambia. Through her Give Me a Smile Initiative, funded in part through a WMI Seed Grant, she provided oral health education, brushing tools, and restorative dental treatment to 350 children with disabilities and their caregivers at the Bauleni Special Needs School in Lusaka.

Her work is improving health outcomes and restoring confidence for vulnerable young people who often lack access to even the most basic dental care.

Nasilele’s story perfectly embodies the theme of this year's Igniting Change campaign: Learning that stays. Leadership that builds. ✨

WANT TO LEARN MORE about supporting global leaders like Nasilele? Visit our campaign page: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/ignitingchange2026/.

Thank you for Igniting Change, together! 💙

☀️ Advancing Innovations in Agriculture for Rural FarmersGrace Tiwari’s journey reflects the long-term power of educatio...
05/18/2026

☀️ Advancing Innovations in Agriculture for Rural Farmers

Grace Tiwari’s journey reflects the long-term power of education to transform not only one life, but entire communities.

Raised in a rural village in Nepal where girls are often expected to marry young, Grace used her WMI scholarship to pursue higher education and redefine her future—and what is possible for women in her community. After earning her degree in agricultural science, she returned to serve rural Himalayan communities, leading livelihood programs and launching a WMI-supported beekeeping enterprise that equipped women farmers with sustainable income and long-term resilience. 🐝

🎓 Today, Grace is pursuing a dual-titled PhD in Entomology and International Agriculture and Development at Penn State , deepening her expertise with the intention of bringing that knowledge back to benefit communities like her own in Nepal. Her research applies artificial intelligence and machine learning to develop decision-support tools that help farmers manage destructive crop pests, connecting advanced science with real-world agricultural needs. With experience at organizations like the FAO and American Farmland Trust, she brings both global perspective and practical insight to her work.

Grace embodies WMI’s vision: gaining knowledge on a global stage to create lasting, locally-driven impact.

Jeannette Iranzi is quietly transforming healthcare in Rwanda, reaching over 500 people, reducing teen pregnancies, and ...
05/15/2026

Jeannette Iranzi is quietly transforming healthcare in Rwanda, reaching over 500 people, reducing teen pregnancies, and empowering communities to prevent NCDs.

Swipe to see how one WMI Scholar is turning knowledge into life-changing impact and support WMI Scholars to help more leaders like her do the same.

We are continuing our 20 for 20 storytelling series with Dr. Daniel Femi ⭐Dr. Femi is a Doctor of Optometry and public h...
05/11/2026

We are continuing our 20 for 20 storytelling series with Dr. Daniel Femi ⭐

Dr. Femi is a Doctor of Optometry and public health advocate from Nigeria who is transforming access to eye care through innovation, leadership, and service. A dedicated WMI Alum and Global Advisory Board member, he has played key roles across the network—from Educate Your Own (EYO) to global leadership—championing scholar-led initiatives and expanding opportunities for others.

🎓 After earning his Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Benin in 2024, Daniel developed expertise in ocular disease management, low-vision rehabilitation, and epidemiology—skills he now applies as an Eye Doctor at St. Teresa Specialist and Laser Eye Centre. Beyond clinical care, he is leading efforts to address preventable blindness in underserved communities, where millions still lack access to basic eye health services.

Through initiatives like the Rural CARE program and the Sustainable Rural Eye Care Programme (SREP), supported by WMI CDG Seed and Growth Grants, Daniel has delivered screenings, treatment, and referrals to thousands. As Co-Founder of Iconnect, he also launched the Icare Programme, leveraging digital tools to raise cataract awareness and connect patients to free surgical care. His partnerships with local and international organizations have further expanded access to screenings, eyeglasses, and life-changing surgeries.

Thank you, Dr. Femi, for your unwavering commitment to advancing equitable health systems throughout Nigeria! Your work inspires the entire global community. 🌍

✨ “What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.” — Jane GoodallBecau...
05/07/2026

✨ “What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.” — Jane Goodall

Because of your support, real change is happening.

🌍 In 2025, WMI helped create life-changing opportunities for more than 900 scholars and their communities around the world.

Today, we’re excited to share our latest Impact Report — a meaningful look at what your generosity made possible this past year. From expanded access to education to stronger communities and emerging leaders, your support continues to create ripple effects far beyond the classroom.

📖 View the full 2025 Impact Report here:

https://link.wellsmountaininitiative.org/cdo

As we continue our IGNITING CHANGE campaign, thank you for being part of this incredible journey. Together, we’re building brighter futures — one scholar at a time.

💛 Want to see this impact continue? Make Your Gift Today: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/ignitingchange2026/

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