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Musa Mwanza, Executive Director of Elijah Mission Institute, brings over 14 years of nonprofit experience and a deep commitment to advancing human dignity and building flourishing societies. Having served as Country Director for Poetice International Zambia, Musa demonstrated his ability to lead under challenging circumstances, building effective teams and creating systems for success in the absence of clear handovers. His leadership journey has been shaped by a deep understanding of Africa's socio-economic and cultural

complexities, bolstered by extensive collaborations with organizations like the World Health Organization, World Vision,  and the World Bank Institute.​

 

Musa’s academic pursuits reflect his commitment to driving societal good. With a Master of Divinity in Nonprofit Management and further advanced studies, he has dedicated himself to understanding trends and tools that promote sustainable development and thriving societies in Africa. His work bridges nonprofit leadership, theology, and international relations, underpinned by a lifelong passion for good governance and anti-corruption efforts. At his core, Musa is a mentor and discipler at heart. He comes alive when individuals engage their hearts, minds, souls and strength with a hunger to grow and develop.

 

Brian VandenBrink, CEO of CapTrust, complements this vision with his expertise in business and leadership. Together, their partnership embodies the power of intercultural and interdisciplinary collaboration to inspire flourishing communities. At his core, Brian shares the passion to see individuals live lives of love and positive impact throughout all aspects of their lives, thereby benefiting communities, societies, and the world.

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At Elijah Mission Institute, we invite you to join us in this story. Whether through roundtables, conferences, or training programs, we create intentional forums where individuals engage in meaningful dialogue, exchange ideas for the purpose of greater understanding and wisdom, and work toward a shared vision of societal good built on the foundation of Judeo-Christian values.

 

This is more than an organization—it’s a story of hope, where diverse perspectives converge to steward a future built on trust, understanding, and the shared purpose of glorifying God and bringing good to the world.