Leading Change Africa
What made Osumane start his program?
His community in Burkina Faso, Ousmane wanted to inspire them and help them.
What is resilience?
The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties, adapt to stress, and grow from challenging experiences
Who was the First person to allow exchange students to live in their home?
Laura
How do his applicants enter his program and from where?
Students in Africa would send recommendation letters. The program collaborates with middle schools in Africa in different areas, letting teachers ask about interest in Ousmane's program.
Use vast in a sentence?
of very great extent or quantity
Who was the man who mentored Osumane when he first came to the US?
John
Why is this program effective and why is it important?
It is to make the young kids in Africa, to become leaders, learn how to invest, and become an entrepreneur. Viewing the financial possibilities of a new learning experience and to help them independently.
What is endeavors?
try hard to do or achieve something
Who was the Woman who helped pay for Osumane to move to the US?
Mrs. Ouedraogo
How many applicants did Osumane get after his success with the program opened?
500 applicants and serves 125 each year.
Osumane remained stoic, offering support to others while hiding his own struggles. What is the definition of stoic?
a person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining
Who was the guy that was on the same flight to the U.S. for a conference?
Amadou