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Keynote Speaker, Transformational Leader, DEI Educator, Philanthropist
In 1996, when war broke out in eastern Congo, 15-year-old Msenwa witnessed merciless killings of friends, neighbours and family. Through perseverance and determination, after years as a refugee, he emerged as a social worker who uses his lived experience to empower others to become resilient leaders. Msenwa is a registered Social Worker with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers. He holds a master’s degree in Leadership from PACU in Kenya and a master of Social Work from the University of Waterloo, Canada. He has practiced social work in Africa and Canada as a clinical social worker in mental health and child welfare. Msenwa is interested in how policies affect macro social work, migration, diversity, inclusion and equity.
Keynote Speaker
Msenwa Oliver captivates audiences with a story that is equal parts heart-wrenching and uplifting. Through life-altering moments, he shares how adversity shaped his journey and reveals the strength within us all to overcome challenges and discover our inner hero. With humor and heartfelt authenticity, Msenwa highlights the transformative power of family, community, and purpose, leaving audiences inspired to embrace their own potential.
An inspirational speaker, change management practitioner and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion, Msenwa empowers organizations to create and sustain change, inclusive cultures where everyone can thrive. He is the author of Still With Us: Msenwa’s Untold Story of War, Resilience, and Hope and the founder of the Msenwa Foundation, a charity dedicated to fostering resilience and opportunities for children, youth, and vulnerable women in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
In his free time, Msenwa enjoys playing soccer, traveling, reading, and creating cherished memories with his family.
Transformational Leader and DEI Educator
Msenwa is a dynamic speaker, transformational leader, change management practitioner, author, and DEI expert dedicated to helping individuals and organizations foster inclusive and equitable environments. Drawing from his personal journey of resilience and purpose, Msenwa inspires change by uncovering the power of authentic connection, transformational leadership and understanding.
Through engaging sessions tailored for both individuals and businesses, Msenwa tackles key topics such as:
Becoming an effective ally.
Recognizing and addressing unconscious bias.
Building and sustaining a culture of belonging.
Whether you’re an individual committed to personal growth or a business striving to lead with equity, Msenwa’s insights will empower you to take meaningful action.
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Let Msenwa guide you on the path to becoming a champion for diversity and inclusion. Explore his story and offerings at www.costronco.com/msenwadei.
“It is tough to see God’s goodness when you have not eaten in three days, when your parents may not be alive, your childhood village is gone and there are dead bodies all around.”
Msenwa Oliver Mweneake
Buy Mesenwa’s book
Still With Us: Msenwa’s Untold Story of War, Resilience and Hope is available for purchase at indigo.ca, amazon.ca, barnesandnoble.com and amazon.com. All proceeds are being donated to The Msenwa Foundation to further its mission to build hope and improve the lives of disadvantaged African widows and youth through financial and professional support.
Msenwa Oliver Mweneake, is the founder of the Msenwa Foundation and has written his memoir to give a voice and hope to the people in Nyarugusu refugee camp (Tanzania) and Democratic Republic of Congo. This memoir chronicles his personal experiences during the war and in Nyarugusu. Above all, it gives an opportunity to inspire hope and possibilities for the people in Nyarugusu refugee camp and Congo. Below is the book summary: