Our team working with children

Our Story

Kids for Peace Global was founded in 2009 by a group of educators and activists who believed that every child deserves a peaceful and safe childhood.

Starting with a small school in East Africa, we have grown into an international organization working in more than 30 countries worldwide. Our mission is to enable children to grow up in safety, receive education, and become peacemakers in their communities.

Over the years, we have helped more than 500,000 children gain access to education, healthcare, and basic life necessities.

Our Values

The principles that guide our work every day

Peace

We believe peace starts with children. We teach them to resolve conflicts without violence and build harmonious relationships.

Care

Every child deserves love and care. We provide a safe environment for growth and development.

Quality

We strive for excellence in everything we do — from educational programs to humanitarian aid.

Solidarity

We work together with communities, respecting their culture and needs, to achieve sustainable results.

Hope

We give children hope for a better future, showing them opportunities for growth and self-realization.

Sustainability

We create programs that continue to work and develop even after we leave.

Our Team

The people who make our mission possible

Executive Director

Maria Johnson

Executive Director

Over 20 years of experience in international development and children's rights protection.

Programs Director

David Kimani

Programs Director

Education programs expert with experience in 15+ countries.

Development Director

Anna Mueller

Development Director

Specialist in fundraising and partnership development.

Operations Director

James Okonowo

Operations Director

Coordinates humanitarian operations in conflict regions.

Key Milestones

Our organization's journey to creating global impact

2009

Foundation

Creation of the first school for refugee children in Kenya. The beginning of our mission.

2012

Expansion in Africa

Opening programs in Uganda, Tanzania, and South Sudan. 10,000 children received assistance.

2015

Going Global

Starting work in Asia and Latin America. Launch of the peacebuilding program.

2018

100,000 Children

Important milestone reached — 100,000 children gained access to education.

2021

Digital Transformation

Launch of online platform for distance learning. 50,000 users.

2024

500,000+ Children

Over half a million children worldwide have received assistance through our programs.

Our Partners

We are proud to partner with leading international organizations that share our mission and values.

  • UN-UNICEF — partner in educational programs
  • World Health Organization — healthcare program
  • International Red Cross — humanitarian aid
  • Global Partnership for Education — school funding
  • Local NGOs in more than 30 countries

Together we create sustainable change in the lives of children and their communities.

Partnership meeting

Join Our Team

We are always looking for talented and dedicated people who want to make the world a better place