Paras and Vlad sat with Stephen Fleischer, founder of The Fleischer Foundation. A great example of grit to influence systemic change. After working as a primary school teacher in Nairobi's Mukuru Kwa Njenga community, Stephen witnessed firsthand the barriers preventing students from accessing quality education. Determined to make a difference, he established The Fleischer Foundation in 2016, which has since supported over 100 students in bridging the gap between primary and secondary education.
Stephen discusses the systemic challenges within Africa’s education sector and his journey from U.S. lawyer to a leader in educational impact. His story exemplifies how strategic alignment and an execution mindset can drive meaningful change in underserved communities.