Denyse MUGABEKAZI

Denyse MUGABEKAZI

Founder of Grown to Help “Denyse has always been driven by a deep-seated aspiration to assist underprivileged children from low-income families, a dream she nurtured from childhood. Growing up in a community where many families faced precarious living conditions due to financial constraints and large households, she witnessed firsthand how these circumstances disproportionately affected women and children.”

Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Political Science with a focus on Transnational Policies and Globalization at the University of Paris 8, France, Denyse has a strong educational background with an MBA in Project Management from the University of Kigali, Rwanda, and a Bachelors degree in Development Studies. Alongside their formal education, they have engaged in various leadership and civic engagement programs, including the YALI East-Africa Civic Leadership Program at Kenyatta University, the Africa Civic Engagement Academy Program at the University of Georgia, and the Saint Leo Social Enterprise Accelerator Program, where she earned a digital badge for successfully completing the program. 

Her academic research includes evaluating the socio-economic impact of centers for orphaned children and the role of community participation in school feeding programs, highlighting their advocacy for quality education, justice, and equality. Recognized for their contributions, Denyse has been featured in books like "Mastering the Game of Life 2" and "How to Build a Legacy to Die For?", sharing insights on education as a key to success. 

Actively involved in Grown to Help’s day-to-day activities, Denyse is dedicated to addressing poverty and promoting educational access through social development initiatives, striving to create equitable opportunities for all individuals. Her commitment to building a just and inclusive society is driven by a belief in the transformative power of education, aiming to break the cycle of poverty and enable every person to reach their full potential.