Meet Our Team
Founder: Kennedy Cyiza
Kennedy Cyiza holds a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences, Strategy Execution for Public Leadership. With a strong commitment to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, Kennedy has dedicated his career to making a meaningful impact in this field. His work is driven by a deep sense of empathy and a genuine passion for helping others.
Partnership Advisor : Rev. Patton
Rev. Patton is an experienced pastor, ministry developer, church planter, missionary, and evangelist. He holds degrees in Industrial Management, Agronomy, and Christian Religion and Church Administration. He has preached, taught, and trained in over 87 countries and authored 41 books, with more on the way. He founded four Bible colleges and currently serves as an Evangelist, Teacher, Missionary, and Financial Planner. Based in Manchester, New Hampshire, he travels the world for teaching and preaching.
Esther Dora
Esther holds a degree in Business Administration and is dedicated to helping others and supports Hope Bridge International by coordinating schedules, tracking campaign deadlines, and preparing outreach materials. Her strong organizational skills aid in data collection and documentation related to HBI activities, reflecting her commitment to the mission.
Co-Founder: Huguette Cyiza
For the past decade, Huguette has worked closely with various agencies dedicated to assisting refugees in their adjustment to new lives. In her role as a translator, she has provided essential guidance and support in areas such as housing, employment, healthcare, and legal services. This experience has afforded her a profound understanding of the challenges faced by refugees and immigrants, instilling in her a strong commitment to effecting positive change. Huguette has observed a significant gap in support once these agencies conclude their initial work with refugees and immigrants, leaving them to navigate serious challenges independently. This realization has fueled her passion for making a lasting difference in the lives of those desperate.
Blaise Bahati
Blaise Bahati holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and is a registered Behavioral Therapist with extensive experience supporting individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities across all age groups, including children, teenagers, and adults. As an RBT, Blaise conducts one-on-one therapy sessions focusing on developing essential skills such as communication, socialization, self-care, and daily living activities. Utilizing Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) techniques, Blaise works to address challenging behaviors, promote positive outcomes, and ensure the growth and success of each individual. He is deeply dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those he serves