Dr. Tererai Trent

Dr. Tererai Trent

Founder/President

 

The birthing of TTI and its Foundation is at the core of everything Dr. Trent believes in — to make a difference in education particularly in rural communities. Acting as chief visionary of the organization that bears her name, Dr. Trent’s career has focused on ending extreme poverty by working in the US and abroad with organizations such as Heifer International. Her firsthand experiences with gender inequality in education and the perseverance to achieve her own dream for an education against all odds touched millions — including Oprah Winfrey, who chose Dr. Trent as her “all-time favorite guest” after 25 years and more than 30,000 guests. Dr. Trent is responsible for managing the operations of TTI and it’s Foundation, providing executive leadership, determining strategic direction and fundraising. As a mother, wife and a humanitarian, Tererai’s work reflects her lifestyle and the things that inspire her. Her fight for social justice through education, understanding of people and desire to give back to the world are driving forces in her work. To learn more about Tererai’s amazing life story or to make a speaking request visit here.

Ms Aled Jera

Ms Aled Jera

Administrator

 

Aled is a finance and administration professional who comes with experience gained from various sectors. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Agribusiness and a Master’s in Business Administration (Finance). Aled believes in providing a platform for the underprivileged in the community to equip them with the necessary skills and knowledge to transform the trajectory of their lives. She has worked with several societal groups to establish income-generating initiatives to benefit the rural communities.

Melissa Cara Rigoli

Melissa Cara Rigoli

Chief Financial Officer

 
Melissa graduated from the University of Oregon with a BS in Music and Anthropology, and attended School for International Training in Harare, Zimbabwe in 1999. She lived in France for seven years, and now resides in Santa Cruz, California where she is working on a certificate in Horticulture sciences focusing on climate resilient landscape design, with an emphasis on native plants and ecosystem restoration through biodiversity.

 

Nothando Muza

Nothando Muza

Project Coordinator

Nothando Muza is an accomplished Development worker  who has worked on various initiatives that created lasting positive impact. She is a highly accomplished person whose passion for driving meaningful change is evident in her every endeavour. She holds an Honours Degree in Development Studies from Midlands University in 2013, Nothando has established herself as a seasoned professional in the field of community development.

With a solid foundation in strategic planning, fundraising, awareness, research and community engagement, Nothando possesses a wealth of expertise that she brings to bear on every project she undertakes. Her ability to develop innovative solutions to complex social challenges is unmatched, and she consistently demonstrates an unwavering commitment to improving the lives of others.

She believes in making a difference in the communities through sustainable projects and has worked with several Civil Society organisations in planning, implementing and monitoring different initiatives.