Inspire, Inform, Guide and Support Students.
Ushindi Education Initiative (UEI) is a non profit organisation enables high achieving, low-income students in Africa to acquire international education opportunities by joining international colleges and universities that provide experiences that are academically challenging, professionally relevant, and personally engaging for youth in Africa. We work to enhance the development of global and multicultural competencies enormously valuable in an increasingly interconnected world. Ushindi Education Initiative inspires, informs, guides, and supports students, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to engage effectively with local and global communities and become culturally perceptive citizens and leaders to further development of the African continent.
Mission & Vision
To provide access to quality international higher education experiences for high achieving, low income students that are committed as change makers in Africa. To help develop African students into global citizens through education.
Target
USHINDI Education Initiative aims to target low and middle income high performing African students. In 2018, UEI intends to work with 30 students total with a goal of ensuring 20 students secure admission and scholarships to colleges.
UEI Approach/model – The model focuses on 3 areas: International College Applications, Mentorship for Leadership, Career Development and Summer Placements
Our Goals
1. To increase access to high quality higher education
2. To prepare students to take leadership initiative in the development of the African continent
3. To connect students to relevant training experiences that build their skills and competencies
