Meet the Executive Director of Arise, Leading with Vision and Purpose

Kaneng Davou Gyang

Founder/Executive Director

Every movement starts with a vision. For Arise-ywc, that vision began with, who founded the organization in with one goal: to create spaces where youth and women can rise, thrive, and lead.

 

As both Founder and Executive Director, Kaneng brings  years of experience in community development, youth advocacy and women’s empowerment, to the heart of our work. What started as a vision has grown into a community-driven organization reaching  multitude  across Borno State through programs in education, skills training, and so on.

Board of Trustees

Get to know the talented individuals who are shaping the future of ARISE and making a positive impact in our community.

Barrister Nari Welyes

Chairperson Board of Trustee

Mr. John Iliya Dayok

Treasurer Board of Trustee

Caroline Cletus

Member Board of Trustee

Mr. Orahil Samuel

Member Board of Trustee

Yagana Satomi

Member Board of Trustee