Social Change

Education and Positive Social Change

  I recently had a discussion with a friend of mine about Africa ELI and our philosophy.  My friend asked me to name one of the fundamental beliefs that drives our mission.  I responded with a phrase that comes up often in discussions with my colleagues at Africa ELI and in communications with our supporters. […]

Question & Answer

Q&A with Tami Carsillo, Africa ELI Board President

When it comes to an ideal board president for Africa ELI, Tami Carsillo checks all the boxes. Her education, experience, and interests are well aligned with Africa ELI’s mission and objectives. Tami was elected board president earlier this year, having served as a Program and Strategy Consultant with Africa ELI since 2016. She is currently […]

Student Stories

Elizabeth’s Story

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Giving

What is #GivingTuesday?

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Question & Answer

Q&A with Cheyenne Summers, Africa ELI Board Member

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Education

Recognizing the Barriers to Girls’ Education in South Sudan

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Question & Answer

Q&A with Lauryn Bragg, Africa ELI Board Member

One of the things Africa ELI benefits from the most is the variety of academic and vocational backgrounds found among its board members and volunteers. New ideas and approaches are born from this array of knowledge and skills. Lauryn Bragg definitely does her part to add to the diversity. Her academic background is in social […]