On a mission to

As a refugee, I know firsthand how generosity impacts lives.  In 2012, I co-founded Education for Liberia, a 501c3 non-profit organization and for almost a decade we sponsored annual school-fees for 50 Liberian students. Today, I give back through funding, workshops, and experiences that foster cultural exploration and professional development.

 inspire, educate, & connect.

Mission 2030: Connect and Empower 1000 African Storytellers

Our initiative is dedicated to reshaping Africa's narrative. We empower African storytellers, challenge stereotypes, and celebrate the continent's cultural richness through authentic storytelling and positive global impact.

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The Story: Embodying the knaturalized narrative

If you don’t write your own story, someone will write their version for you. We tell our stories through media, social outlets and on stages & screens across the globe.

Sharing others’ stories through a monthly conversation series featuring Liberian refugees who have transformed their narratives. Podcast coming soon!

The Platform: Conversation Series 

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The Collective

Building a community of African storytellers and creatives, for connection through events, immersive trips, and collaborative development retreats.

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The FUND

Empowering African storytellers with essential training and resources and eliminating financial barriers by funding creative projects from conception through production to distribution.

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Our Pillars

During my annual trips, while connecting with other young professionals dedicated to rebuilding post-civil war Liberia, we saw a need for a space to foster creativity and collaboration & The upNEXT Liberia Summit was born.

A Business, Innovation & Culture conference connecting emerging Liberian Leaders

upNEXT Liberia Summit

This conference unites hundreds of young Liberians sharing visions of post-civil war development in Real Estate, Technology, Agriculture, and Culture. With panel discussions, sector-specific sessions, and sponsorship for students, upNEXT Liberia shapes our vision for Liberia's future, fostering connections, career development, workshops, job opportunities, and investments.

kwa doe.