Zita Tibeme Ouanzie
ABOUTÂ Â ZITAÂ T . O
A purpose beyond titles.
An advocate for equitable education.
5 pillars: Diplomacy, Education Policy, Nonprofit Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Data-Driven Impact.
MYÂ Â STORY
From community work to education policy.
I founded Smiles Africa in 2019 in Bamenda, Cameroon. Through the organization, I work with local teams to help young people and underserved communities access mentorship, practical training and resources.
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That work has shaped the questions I want to pursue in international education policy. How can schools and communities give young people more opportunities to learn useful skills? How can partnerships help programs reach people who face the biggest barriers?
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My goal is to contribute to diplomacy and education policy while staying grounded in the work of the communities those decisions affect.
Zita Tibeme Ouanzie --- Founder and education advocate
How I work
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1 - Start with people
Design programs around the opportunities and support participants need.
2 - Build for continuity
Pair training with mentorship and follow-up so that learning can carry into daily life.
3 - Share the evidence
Track reach and outcomes, and credit the teams who deliver the work.
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See the work in practice.
Explore programs and the people they serve.
FAQ's
I work across community education initiatives, nonprofit founding and policy advocacy. Further details are an editable placeholder, to be confirmed by the site owner.
What is your background?
Which organizations do you lead?
Featured organizations: Smiles Africa, The Global Citizens Network, Connecting Afrikaans and OUANZIE.
What are your focus areas?
Education access, youth leadership and policy advocacy, all connected to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Do you speak at events?
Yes. I join panels, university sessions and youth forums, speaking on education policy and the SDGs.
Do you write or publish?
The Insights & Media blog focuses on education policy and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Can we collaborate on a programme?
Yes. I welcome partnerships that widen learning opportunities for young people and strengthen community organizations.
How are partnership requests handled?
Partnership and inquiry requests are received through the contact form and answered in the order they arrive.
How do you report impact?
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How do I reach you?
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