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LEADERSHIP • EXCELLENCE

Meet Our Leadership & Team

Dedicated professionals and visionary leaders driving our mission to break inequalities and empower communities across Kenya.

GOVERNANCE

Board of Directors

Distinguished leaders providing strategic governance, oversight, and visionary direction for transformative impact

Prof. Quin E. Awuor
Prof. Quin E. Awuor
Board Chairperson

Assistant Professor of Applied Linguistics at USIU–Africa with 16+ years of academic leadership. Expert in language policy, gender mainstreaming, and community-driven education.

Dr. Reuben Kodiango
Dr. Reuben Kodiango
Vice Chairperson

Chief Principal at Kanga High School with 32+ years in teaching and academic leadership. PhD in Environmental Biology with expertise in student mentorship and youth development.

Dr. Omboi Bernard
Dr. Omboi Bernard
Board Treasurer

Accounting and finance scholar with 21 years of university-level teaching. Expert in taxation, financial management, and finance systems strengthening SWF's accountability.

Pauline Atieno Anyona
Pauline Atieno Anyona
Board Member

MERL professional with 9+ years of experience in monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning across Africa. Ensures evidence-based, equitable interventions.

Zecha Mpemba
Zecha Mpemba
Board Member

International development expert with Master's in Economics from Peking University. Brings global perspective and analytical rigor for sustainable growth.

Donald Ouko
Donald Ouko
Board Member

Licensed clinician with 10+ years in preventive and curative medicine. Leads youth programs in SRH, mental health, and community health education.

Dr. Sanaipei Leposo
Dr. Sanaipei Leposo
Board Member

Healthcare professional with extensive experience in medical practice and community health initiatives. Brings clinical expertise to board governance.

Eng. Evander Onyango
Eng. Evander Onyango
Board Member

Professional engineer with technical expertise in infrastructure development and project management. Provides strategic technical guidance for foundation initiatives.

Scolastica Nderi
Scolastica Nderi
Board Member

Experienced advocate with expertise in legal affairs, organizational development and community engagement. Provides legal guidance and strategic insights for sustainable program growth.

EXECUTIVE

Executive Leadership

Strategic vision and operational excellence driving transformative impact

Otieno Collins Junior
Collins Junior Otieno
Executive Director & Board Secretary

Provides overall vision, strategic leadership, and governance oversight. Leads partnerships, institutional growth, and implementation of the 2026–2031 Strategic Plan.

Rawlings Opeywa
Rawlings Opeywa
Managing Director

Leads day-to-day operations, digital access initiatives, and organizational alignment. Ensures efficient program execution and departmental coordination.

DEPARTMENT HEADS

Departmental Leaders

Specialized expertise driving program excellence across all initiatives

Programs & Community Engagement

Wyclif Anyona
Wyclif Anyona
Director of Programs

Leads program planning, school engagement, and quality assurance.

Reghan Kabach
Reghan Kabach
Programs Support Officer

Supports Access initiatives and community outreach activities.

Emmanuella Joel
Emmanuella Joel
Safeguarding Officer

Oversees volunteer coordination and child protection policies.

Sammy Nyondo
Sammy Nyondo
Health Programs Officer

Leads health education and menstrual dignity programs.

Research, Monitoring & Evaluation

Manuela Ndaga
Manuela Ndaga
MEL Officer

Responsible for program data collection, evaluations, and reporting.

Antony Akollo
Antony Akollo
Research & Policy Lead

Leads research studies, policy briefs, and knowledge agenda.

Communications & Partnerships

Lora Nabwala
Lora Nabwala
Communications & Engagement Officer

Leads messaging, storytelling, and stakeholder engagement to strengthen visibility and public trust.

Jacky Fridah
Jacky Fridah
Digital Media & Content Officer

Supports digital presence through content creation, social media management, and multimedia storytelling.

COMMUNITY HEROES

Volunteers & Community Champions

Volunteers form the backbone of SWF's grassroots engagement. They support school outreach, mentorship, field coordination, health campaigns, and youth-led initiatives.

School Mentors

Guide students in academic excellence and life skills development

Field Coordinators

Organize community outreach and program implementation

Health Advocates

Support health education and wellness campaigns

Youth Leaders

Drive peer-to-peer initiatives and youth empowerment

Become a Volunteer

Join Us in Empowering the Next Generation

Whether through partnership, volunteering, or advocacy, you can help transform futures.