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Dr. Numfor S. Ayuni

United People Global — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 21:00:22 +0000

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Dr. Numfor Solange Ayuni - UPG Champion

Dr. Numfor Solange Ayuni holds a Doctorate in Environmental Studies from Tohoku University, Japan, which she completed in 2022. She also pursued the Interdepartmental Doctoral Degree Program for Multi-dimensional Materials Science Leaders at Tohoku University from 2019 to 2022. Her research focuses on the recycling of end-of-life vehicles, waste management, recycling, and resource recovery. In 2019, she earned a Master’s degree in Economics from Tohoku University under the African Business Education (ABE) Initiative for Youths, supported by the Government of Japan and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Buea, Cameroon, in 2012.

Dr. Ayuni is a finalist of Climate Launchpad Japan 2022 and was among the top 10 for the African Green Grant Award 2022, presented by the Eleven Eleven Twelve Foundation. She has authored several journal publications on the management and recycling of end-of-life vehicles and tires. Dr. Ayuni is a member of the International Solid Waste Association (ISWA) and the International System Dynamics Society. She is also a certified environmental specialist, certified design thinker, and OSHA HAZWOPER 40 Hour certified.

As the founder of The Numfor Solange Foundation, Dr. Ayuni promotes effective waste management practices in Cameroon and raises awareness within the community. Through her foundation, she has implemented various projects, including waste segregation initiatives (donating communal garbage bins for different waste categories), beach clean-ups, and educational webinars on food and biomedical waste management. Additionally, she has supported schools by donating computers, engaging in tree planting activities with students and youth, and introducing systems thinking and waste management strategies.

Beyond her academic and professional achievements, Dr. Ayuni is also a passionate gospel artist known by her stage name, Solly Bliss. She performs a range of genres, including Afro, R&B, Reggae, and Dancehall, driven by her love for God and her vision to impact the world through music and environmental work. Her songs and debut album, “Blessed Call,” along with other singles, are available on all digital platforms, including YouTube under the name Solly Bliss.

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Ngengang V. Mohmoh

United People Global — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 20:49:30 +0000

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Ngengang Venceslas Mohmoh - UPG Champion

Ngengang Venceslas Mohmoh is a dedicated Medical Laboratory Scientist with seven years of clinical and community experience. He is currently a second-year master’s student in Diagnostic Hematology and Transfusion Science at the University of Buea, Cameroon.

Ngengang is the pioneer founder and president of the Mendia Youths and Development Association. Under his leadership, the association established the Mendia Health Center in 2022, which now serves over 5,000 inhabitants in a conflict-hit zone where all health facilities were destroyed. His personal experience with the loss of his father due to lack of access to healthcare has deeply influenced his commitment to improving health services in underserved areas.

A health and education activist, UPG Champion, and UPG Sustainability Leader, Ngengang possesses strong skills in leadership, community healthcare, community development, education, and care for the underprivileged. His dedication led him to create the Alpha Omega Foundation, a nonprofit organization with a mission to strengthen and provide access to healthcare and education services for women, children, persons living with disabilities, and other vulnerable groups. In just two years, Alpha Omega Foundation has improved the lives of 1,500 women, 1,000 children, 500 persons living with disabilities, and over 1,000 other vulnerable individuals through community health campaigns, door-to-door education, and the establishment of the Alpha Omega Foundation Diagnostic and Medical Center.

Ngengang is also an executive member of the Cameroon Association for Medical Laboratory Science (CAMELS) Center Region, a member of the African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM), and an UNESCO-trained Education in Emergency expert. He serves as the Head of the Department of Health Sciences at ISPA Polytechnic and holds various memberships and positions in numerous professional, social, and political organizations.

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Navid Bin Ahmed

United People Global — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 20:43:15 +0000

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Navid Bin Ahmed - UPG Champion

Navid Bin Ahmed is a UPG Sustainability Leader and a Python AI Software Engineer & Research Scientist from Bangladesh, specializing in technology research, innovation, and development. He is widely recognized as the innovator of ShiatsuOne, the world’s first AI-based remote detection system for Pneumonia, Covid, and Bronchitis. Navid is passionate about leveraging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Software, and Embedded IoT to enhance global living conditions and support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals – SDG 3 Good health and well-being, SDG 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, and SDG 17 Partnerships for the goals.

He has experience leading multinational and cross-functional teams across America, Europe, and Southeast Asia, demonstrating excellence, honesty, and enthusiasm in his professional and personal endeavors. Navid’s motivation stems from his free spirit and his courage to dream big, strive for growth, and achieve excellence.

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Nassanga Prossie

United People Global — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 20:37:18 +0000

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Nassanga Prossie - UPG Champion

Nassanga Prossie is a dedicated social development worker currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Public Administration. With a strong commitment to advancing women’s rights and promoting gender equality, she is actively involved in grassroots initiatives and advocacy efforts.

Nassanga plays a vital role in various organizations and initiatives aimed at empowering women and fostering inclusive communities. Through her leadership and passion for social change, she continues to drive impactful programs and projects that uplift and empower women.

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Mohammad Ali Shams

United People Global — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 20:30:09 +0000

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Mohammad Ali Shams - UPG Champion

Mohammad Ali Shams, UPG Champion & UPG Sustainability Leader, is a Founder of a self-help group, and grew up in Bamian, Afghanistan. He completed his secondary education from 1999 to 2011, working part-time to support his family during his school years. Mohammad pursued a bachelor’s degree in Economics at Preston University in Islamabad, Pakistan, from October 2012 to September 2016. Throughout his four-year educational journey, he participated in several capacity-building workshops.

Mohammad is an ambitious individual dedicated to making a positive difference through his career, organization, and interactions with people. The UPG’s inspiring class has motivated him to contribute more to global betterment by connecting him with other influential changemakers and leaders worldwide.

His experience with the UPG Sustainability Leadership Training has been remarkable, particularly cherishing the time spent in collaborative efforts with his peers.

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Mireille Kwizera

United People Global — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 20:15:24 +0000

UPG Champion

Mireille Kwizera - UPG Champion

Mireille Kwizera, a UPG Champion & UPG Sustainability Leader is a dedicated economist passionate about sustainability and providing exceptional customer experiences. She is an advocate for positive change, human and refugee rights, and a healthy planet.

Mireille is open to meaningful collaborations and is committed to making a difference through her work and advocacy.

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Mestawot Ketema

United People Global — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 20:11:43 +0000

UPG Champion

Mestawot Ketema - UPG Champion

Mestawot is a market systems development and climate advisor from Ethiopia, dedicated to building sustainable communities through civic engagement, climate education, sustainable leadership, and community dialogue.

With extensive experience as a trainer and facilitator in Eastern Africa, she has led complex market systems development and environmental programs. Her projects have notably impacted the lives of 242,000 disadvantaged youth and women. A COP 27 delegate and member of the American Evaluation Association (AEA), YOUNGO, and the East African Pastoralist Forum, Mestawot is committed to sustainable development, particularly in empowering women and youth.

She completed a 13-week climate change training program sponsored by Oxford Zero and is a UPG Champion & a UPG Sustainability Leader. Beyond her professional work, she is an activist and advocate for gender and climate justice.

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Md Jakir Hussain

United People Global — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 20:06:09 +0000

UPG Champion

Md Jakir Hussain - UPG Champion

Md Jakir Hussain, from Sylhet, Bangladesh, is currently in his final year of a BBA program, majoring in Management and Information Systems. He is a UPG Champion and a UPG Sustainability Leader.

As a data analyst, he enjoys working with data and is passionate about traveling and meeting new people from around the world. Jakir is also actively involved in reducing plastic pollution in Sylhet, contributing to the fulfillment of SDG 13 (Climate Action).

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Katongo Mulenga

United People Global — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 20:00:30 +0000

UPG Champion

Katongo Mulenga - UPG Champion

Katongo is a goal-oriented individual with a deep passion for helping the less privileged. She firmly believes in setting clear objectives and continuously strives to achieve them. Dedicated to personal growth, she spends her free time taking online courses to expand her knowledge.

Katongo holds a Bachelor of Laws from Zambian Open University, along with several certifications including Basic Prosecutions from the National Institute of Public Administration, Civic Leadership, Empathic Communication in Resettlement, Asylum, and Integration Settings, and Introduction to Child Protection. She is an alumna of the YALI RLC SA program, a member of the Moving Women Empowerment Network, and a certified United People Global Champion and Spark Fellow.

Her skills encompass drafting legal documents, effective communication, decision-making, problem-solving, negotiation, adaptability, legal advising, active listening, teamwork, confidentiality, knowledge of legal procedures, interviewing, ethics, and goal orientation. With over five years of work experience, including voluntary roles in NGOs and as a law intern, Katongo’s passion and ambition drive her to continuously become the best version of herself.

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Imran Hossain

United People Global — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 19:55:25 +0000

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Imran Hossain - UPG Champion

Imran Hossain is a UPG Champion & a UPG Sustainability Leader. He is an undergraduate student in the Social Work Department at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology in Sylhet, Bangladesh.

Driven by unwavering determination and fervent enthusiasm, Imran aims to catalyze change within Bangladesh’s education sector. With a keen eye for innovation and a passion for social progress, he seeks to revolutionize educational paradigms and ensure equitable access to quality education for all.

Through strategic initiatives and collaborative efforts, Imran aspires to empower communities, bridge educational gaps, and cultivate a brighter future for the children of Bangladesh.

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