A Storyteller, an Arc Mender, a Facilitator, Leadership Development Coach, an Artist and a Philanthropic Consultant
Chingwell Mutombu is an innovative and motivated leader who is passionate about community building, leadership development, visual arts (photography) and storytelling as tools to shift narratives and build the thriving world we dream of for ourselves today and for the descendants to come. Chingwell believes in the power of collective imaginations and the power of committed groups of people working together to change the circumstances of their lives. Throughout her professional career, she has spearheaded initiatives focused on economic development, land stewardship, sustainable agriculture and community engagement, with simultaneous experience leading resource gathering efforts. She co-founded Women Rising Legacy Project, an agricultural initiative working with women farmers in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and founded First Step Initiative, a microfinance organization supporting small business enterprises. As a Coach, Chingwell works with mission-based businesses and supports community leaders with core alignment (helping leaders align their work with their life’s purposes, core strengths and their value system). As a consultant, Chingwell facilitates meetings, provides capacity building/bridging trainings and leads resource gathering efforts. She also serves as a thought leader for various leaders of color. Chingwell holds a B.A. in Political Science and French from Luther College and masters degrees in Public Administration and in International Relations from Seton Hall University.
