Meet the first Ashoka Fellows selected in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and the deep, systemic shifts they are having in the country and beyond 👇 Ashoka Africa
Across the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ashoka Fellows are demonstrating what resilience looks like in action. 🇨🇩 Working in communities often defined by complexity and constraint, they are transforming systems: from reintegration of child soldiers back into society and food security to sport inclusion, environmental conservation and community empowerment. These Fellows are redefining what it means to lead with purpose: fostering inclusion where none existed, creating opportunities for the livelihood of communities, and strengthening hope in the face of adversity. Their journeys remind us that changemaking is not about ease, but endurance; it is about reimagining possibilities where others see limitation. At Ashoka, we celebrate their courage, innovation, and the unwavering spirit that continues to shape a more just, equitable, and thriving DRC. Nicole MENEMENE henoc muhindo Sage Rutakaza Héritier KITUMAINI Elvis Nshimba #AshokaFellows #AshokaAfrica #EveryoneAChangemaker #SocialInnovation #SystemsChange