Community Support and Global Outreach
Community-based initiatives addressing food security, water access, education, and household stability, particularly for women and girls in Nigeria and partner communities across Africa.
View Program
Homepage Hero Section
Light Impact Global Institute
Illuminating pathways for women, youth, and communities through leadership, education, research, and empowerment.
About the Institute
About the Institute
Light Impact Global Institute is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing resilient leadership, opportunity, and community-driven impact among women, girls, and young people.
The Institute was founded out of doctoral research on women's resilience and leadership, combined with over fifteen years of nonprofit, community, and development work across Africa and the United States.
Light Impact Global Institute exists to bridge research, leadership development, and practical support for communities navigating inequality, violence, displacement, and limited opportunity.
Light Impact Global Institute
Translating knowledge into action
Programs and Initiatives
Active Programs
Research and Knowledge Translation
Applied research on women's resilience, leadership, and community empowerment, translating academic insights into practical tools and programs.
View Program
Leadership Development and Training
Leadership coaching, capacity-building workshops, and training programs for individuals and organizations committed to ethical, resilient leadership.
View Program
Women Receiving and Giving Circles
Providing direct support to women navigating crisis and transition, including a Domestic Violence Support Fund and fellowship pathways for African women pursuing graduate education…
View ProgramBoard of Trustees
Board of Trustees
Light Impact Global Institute is governed by an independent Board of Trustees who provide strategic oversight, accountability, and mission alignment.
Pastor Eyitayo Awopetu
Chair
Dr. Andy Wefald
Trustee
Margaret Okojokwu
Trustee
Dr. Trish Gott
Trustee
Subscribe to our newsletter
Subscribe to our newsletter here.
Latest From Blog
Light Impact Global Institute Hosts Successful Community Launch in Lawrence
Mar 11, 2026
Light Impact Global Institute officially celebrated its community launch with an evening of culture, leadership, and community engagement on February 21 in…
Read More