We believe in an inclusive and sustainable future

The Ulwazi foundation aims to inspire People and Institutions to transform the lives of communities through quality and inclusive education.

Transforming lives

We believe that each person can transform their lives and shape the future when equipped with the right tools, of which access to quality education is fundamental.

Education is the key to fighting poverty and social inequality, promoting peace and inclusion, and to fostering a more sustainable presence on our planet. Without it, our future is grim.

We are an African initiative, working from Angola, but aiming to have a global impact.

Ulwazi's mission guides our actions

To promote the construction of the Knowledge Society as a criterion and pillar for sustainable social and economic development.

Ulwazi is Education Ulwazi is Knowledge Ulwazi is Transformation

Board of Trustees

The Ulwazi Board of Trustees ensures that the Foundation's mission is accomplished.

Carlos Silva
Co-Chairman

Assures compliance with the Foundation's Strategic Plan and oversees the sustainability of the commitments made to the community and stakeholders.

António Assis
Co-Chairman

Assures the fulfilment of the Foundation's Strategic Plan and oversees the sustainability of the commitments made to the community and stakeholders.

Daniel Santos
Trustee

Promotes the Foundation's strategic agenda and acts as a facilitator on topics related to fundraising and international relations.

Márcia Nigiolela
Trustee

Promotes the foundation's strategic agenda and facilitates topics related to Policy & Advocacy.

Executive Team

Ulwazi's executive leadership team carries out the mission of the foundation.

Márcia Nigiolela
President

Responsible for Policy & Advocacy and legal functions.

Sílvia Goreti
Chief Operations Officer

In charge of managing Operations and Projects.

Mário Kipipa
Chief Controller Officer

In charge for Planning & Control.

About Ulwazi

Education, knowledge, transformation.

We promote the construction of the Knowledge Society as a criterion and pillar for sustainable social and economic development.

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Our action

For a change of paradigm

Our vision is based on an educational model in which teachers and students are at the centre of cycles of continuous and comprehensive improvement.

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