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We are an envisioned community of Congolese leaders and partners united for transformation in Congo Our vision is simple. Live by faith and with confidence.

Congo Initiative is an envisioned community of Christ-centered Congolese leaders and global partners united for the transformation of lives and a flourishing Democratic Republic of Congo. Work hard for the common good. Forgive and be forgiven. Do not dwell in the past or conform to the pattern of the world. Do something new and be transformed by renewing your mind. Empowered by this vision, Congo Initiative educates ethical leaders who have integrity; invests in a sustainable vibrant Congolese society; and develops grassroots initiatives for peace, hope, and justice. In this vision, we are together—being transformed to transform.

09/29/2026

At Congo Initiative, we believe that investing in local leadership creates lasting change.

That means equipping Congolese leaders with the tools needed to shape solutions for their own communities. Through UCBC, Congolese leaders are helping define what that support looks like and how it can create meaningful change.

Lasting transformation starts with the people who know their communities best.

09/27/2026

“I have been a humanitarian worker specializing in protection and GBV for 10 years. Nyota taught me how to balance my professional and family life, speak without fear and believe in myself. While I was unemployed, I landed a contract. Today, I make a difference in my work, my family and my community. Congolese women—and especially those in Beni—never give up. You have value. Rise up, be bold and shine: your future starts now.”

— Kavugho Mavweko Nana

09/21/2026

UCBC alum Steve Kanyangambi has spent more than a decade working across eastern Congo to help communities rebuild relationships fractured by conflict. His story is a reminder that peace can begin with one person, one conversation, one community choosing a different path.

This International Day of Peace, we’re reflecting on the people who believe that peace is possible and work toward it every day.

Learn more about Steve here: bit.ly/20for20_Steve

09/18/2026

As a journalist and a woman working in leadership, Rose encourages other women to recognize their own ability to contribute. Development and security, she believes, cannot happen without them.

Rose hopes UCBC will continue expanding its reach to more people in need of transformation. For her, the university’s impact is ultimately about helping people discover what they are capable of and giving them the confidence to act.

Read Rose’s story and discover how her experience at UCBC helped her find her voice and the confidence to use it at bit.ly/20for20rose

09/17/2026

We're hiring!

Our board is in search of a new Executive Director to lead Congo Initiative USA into the next chapter. If you or someone you know would be a good fit for this position, please review the job description for details and application instructions.

Learn more at bit.ly/ciusa_ed

09/15/2026

Our mission isn’t possible without our partners.🤝

For more than 15 years, Christ Presbyterian Church in Edina, Minnesota, has walked alongside Congo Initiative in a partnership rooted in faith, leadership and a shared commitment to serving others. Together, we get to be a part of what God is doing in Congo.

“Each Sunday at CPC, we are reminded that the gospel doesn't stay inside the walls of our church and we must take it out into the world with us. Congo Initiative is so quick to pivot and serve the people in front of them through whatever they are facing,” said Katie Olson, Director of Missions at CPC.

09/12/2026

“UCBC shaped far more than just my IT skills; it forged my leadership. I am proud of my bilingual and technical journey within this vast family. I leave equipped to transform our society through technology.”

— Sivasimire Muhesi Prince

09/09/2026

For Masika Vira Rebecca, learning new skills at Congo Initiative’s Holistic Family Development Center has opened new possibilities for her and her family.

She learned to make soap, doughnuts, fabric and clothing … and quickly put those skills to work. The dress she’s wearing? She made it herself.

Her story is a powerful look at what can happen when practical training is tailored to the needs of the local community.

Read Masika’s story and watch her video to learn more about her journey and the work of the HFD Center at bit.ly/20for20HFD.

09/07/2026

In 2007, UCBC opened its doors with 85 students in a half-built building with dusty cement floors and plastic chairs.

There have been plenty of challenges and reasons to lose hope over the past 20 years. But those challenges have helped shape the university we know today.

More than 1,100 students have graduated from our programs. From our humble beginnings, UCBC has continued to grow and evolve, guided by the hard work of our students and faculty and our motto: “Being transformed to transform.”

Enjoy this look down memory lane at a university that continues to foster change across the DRC. We’re proud of how far UCBC has come, and hopeful for the future of UCBC and the Congo that we’re still building together.

09/06/2026

Neema provides grants, resources and business expertise to help vulnerable people start or grow small businesses. From soap-making to livestock and poultry projects, these investments create opportunities for families to earn income and build greater stability.

Since 2016, Neema has supported 153 beneficiaries, including women trained in basic business skills.

Through this program, impact looks like vulnerable communities building sustainable livelihoods and participating more fully in the local economy. When you give to Congo Initiative, you are supporting important projects like these.

Learn more about Neema Congo here: https://bit.ly/4xyi7R9

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Raleigh, NC
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https://congoinitiative.org/

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