Dedication and Service
Michael brings over 35 years of experience working across Africa and Central America. Throughout his career, he has traveled extensively throughout East, Central, and South Africa, gaining deep insights into diverse cultures and communities. He lived abroad for more than a decade in Africa and spent seven years in Central America, during which he actively engaged with local leaders and communities.
His extensive experience includes speaking engagements at leadership conferences, youth summits, and women’s empowerment events. These platforms have allowed him to share insights, inspire change, and foster leadership development across these regions. Michael has also provided leadership to numerous organizations, guiding them through strategic growth and community empowerment initiatives.
Throughout his time abroad, Michael has worked tirelessly to strengthen and empower local leaders, helping to build sustainable initiatives that benefit their communities. His work has often focused on capacity building, leadership training, and inspiring positive social change. His hands-on approach has enabled him to develop a nuanced understanding of cross-cultural leadership challenges and opportunities.
Having lived and raised a family in both Africa and Central America, Michael has gained a wealth of knowledge and practical experience in navigating diverse cultural landscapes. His long-term commitment and active engagement have made him a trusted voice in leadership development and community empowerment in these regions. His expertise continues to influence and inspire leaders committed to making a lasting impact in their communities.
Our organization is dedicated to making a positive impact on the world through love and hope by addressing the needs of disadvantaged individuals. We focus on caring for those in need, providing education, empowering families, and supporting those engaged in these efforts. Our primary emphasis is on assisting vulnerable women and displaced children by offering not only essential life resources but also TBRI (Trust-Based Relational Intervention) education, career training, and empowerment programs, all underpinned by a foundation of love and hope. Our mission is encapsulated in our motto: “Extending Love and Hope Across the Borders.”
Global Community
At our organization, we embrace the concept of a global community, recognizing the importance of fostering connections across diverse cultures. Our mission is to bridge the international cultural divide by promoting understanding, compassion, and mutual support among individuals from various backgrounds. Through our dedicated efforts, we aim to cultivate an environment where love and collaboration thrive, enabling us to address shared challenges and celebrate our collective humanity.Empowerment
Empowering and educating women of all ages to provide for themselves and their families, and to live with dignity, confidence, and purpose.Integrity
At our organization, we are committed to conducting all business activities, interactions, and the management of resources and finances with the highest standards of integrity and stewardship. We recognize the profound trust placed in us by our supporters, who generously contribute their financial resources, time, and efforts to our mission. Upholding this trust is our foremost priority, and we are dedicated to ensuring that every gift entrusted to us is managed with the utmost care and responsibility.Humble Leadership
At GDP, we are committed to being guided by the fundamental principles of love, honor, and hope, leveraging the wisdom and expertise of our distinguished team of advisors. Embracing our motto, “Extending Love and Hope Across the Borders,” we strive to foster meaningful connections and create a positive impact in the communities we serve.
