LUBUMBASHI, Democratic Republic of the Congo,
Aug. 16,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Malaika, the nonprofit
organization founded by Noella Coursaris Musunka that empowers a
community in the Democratic Republic of
the Congo (DRC) through access to education, clean water,
and vital community programs, will host its Class of '24 graduation
ceremony on August 20 at the Malaika
School in DRC's Lubumbashi.
This year's ceremony will build on the success of Malaika's
inaugural commemoration last summer. Malaika will bring together
students, staff, and special guests to celebrate the graduation of
25 girls, led by Class of '24 President Dr. Makaziwe Mandela.
"This year marks our second graduation ceremony, and promises
to be a momentous occasion as we celebrate the achievements of our
25 talented students and to set them off on their next
journey," commented Founder & Executive Director Noella
Coursaris Musunka. "We'll be joined by the incredible Dr.
Makaziwe Mandela who – as one of today's leading social justice
advocates – embodies so much about what Malaika
represents."
Dr. Makaziwe Mandela commented: "Malaika instills
curiosity, independence, and passion within its students, and the
dedication of its staff, teachers, and volunteers is unparalleled.
This admirable school is doing so much more than providing an
education – it's rewriting deep-rooted narratives, changing the
lives of community members, and empowering young girls of today to
become our future leaders."
Since its founding in 2007, Malaika has grown into a
fully-fledged ecosystem that is transforming an entire community in
the DRC from the ground up. Today, the Malaika School opens its
doors to 430 girls each day, providing an accredited primary and
secondary education. Meanwhile, the Malaika Community Center offers
life-changing community programs to 6,000 youth and adults each
year. Additionally, Malaika's clean water program caters for over
35,000 people each year through the building and refurbishment of
31 wells, and the agriculture program helps feed two nutritious
meals each day to students and staff. All services are provided
free of charge.
Malaika has received a number of awards – most recently the
Peace and Sport Awards 2023 – and was honored at the centenary
celebration of Nelson Mandela in
2018 with the House of Mandela Award.
Malaika works with its students to create tailored and
comprehensive higher education pathways, equipping girls with the
resources and tools to follow their dreams.
For press and attendance enquiries, contact isla@malaika.org
or info@malaika.org +31 684473840
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