Noëlla Coursaris Musunka, a Congolese/Cypriot philanthropist, international model, and passionate advocate for education, is the Founder & CEO of Malaika, a grassroots nonprofit that empowers girls and communities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Founded in 2007, Malaika offers its education and health programs free of charge, impacting thousands of lives and serving as a replicable model for similar initiatives globally.
A unique and fearless spokesperson, Noëlla has been the face of leading beauty and fashion campaigns across the globe, using her platform to amplify the power of education worldwide. Noëlla has shared her insights at prestigious forums such as the World Economic Forum in Davos and universities including Cambridge, Oxford, Harvard, and MIT.
In recognition of her transformative work, Noëlla was recently honored with the prestigious Agent of Change Award by the United Nations, a testament to her dedication to creating lasting social impact. Noëlla continues to be an influential force for change, advocating for a brighter future for children everywhere.
Beyond her advocacy, Noëlla plays a key role in shaping global conversations on social impact, serving on advisory boards for Concordia, the L’Oréal Fund for Women, and Princess Caroline’s AMADE Foundation.
