Hey, I am
Latjor Wuon Lat
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Welcome to my digital realm, I am a non-profit leader, writer, software engineer, and social entrepreneur. I advocate for education, youth, and sustainable development, delivering impactful solutions and crafting narratives. This portfolio reflects my commitment to leadership, sustainability, and community impact, with a focus on education, social transformation, and digital skills empowerment. Each project contributes to creating sustainable communities aligned with UN SDGs. Join me on this empowering journey where the written word transforms into a force for change, and digital skills illuminate the path to a brighter future. Your presence fuels our collective commitment to shaping a resilient and impactful world.
ABOUT ME!
Latjor Wuon Lat Dak is a distinguished nonprofit leader, writer, and social entrepreneur committed to advocating for education, youth, and sustainable development. Hailing from South Sudan's largest floating slum, he perceives himself as a product of grace and circumstance. Latjor's formative ten years in IDP camps during the civil political war fueled his motivation to empower young leaders in his community, with education emerging as the transformative pathway. He is CEO and Executive Director of the South Sudan Youth Leadership Scholars Network Program(SSYLNET), addressing critical issues such as limited education access and economic hardships. Engaging in international summits and conferences, he actively advocates for climate action, leadership, innovation, education, gender equality, and youth empowerment. Latjor is a driving change agent at the grassroots level, advocating for refugees, IDPs, peace, gender equality, education, and climate justice. Leveraging the power of storytelling, he engages individuals and institutions, inspiring tangible policy and systemic changes. A firm believer in the transformative power of education, Latjor envisions a world where peace, education, and dreams are not luxuries but basic human rights for every child, everywhere.
Education Background
1. African Leadership University – Kigali, Rwanda
January 2023 – January 2026
Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering
Relevant Coursework: Programming Fundamentals, Software Development, Database Systems, Web Development
Extracurricular Coursework: Entrepreneurial Leadership, Career Development, Communication for Impact, Data Analytics and Projects Innovation, African Studies, Poverty Policy & Inequality, Democratic Challenges, Ideas & Issues
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2. Monarch Business School Switzerland, Zug Switzerland November 2023 - November 2025 Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Global Management Pursuing a BBA in Global Management to cultivate innovative leadership and contribute to the global business landscape. Affiliated with ACUNS, ACBSP, CEEMAN, and EFMD. Relevant Coursework: Leadership, Public Management, System Administration 3. YALI Regional Leadership Centre East Africa – Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya August - November 2023 Professional Certificate of Leadership, Public Management & Social Policy 4. Aspire Institute- Havard Business School, USA March 2023 - November 2023 professional Certificate in Leadership Foundation Core Relevant Coursework: Leadership Development, Interactive Learning, Immersive Learning, Networking with Harvard Business School, Transformative Leadership, Mentorship, and Networking. 5. SDMI Electrical Engineering Institute, Juba-South Sudan February 2022 - November 2022 Certificate, Basics Electrical Engineering Relevant Coursework: Introduction to Electrical Engineering, Basic Electrical Safety, Electric Machines and Power Systems, Electrical Installation, Wiring, Practical Lab Sessions, Electrical Measurements, Basic Electronics and Electrical Circuits 6. Amazing Fact Bible School – Kampala, Uganda 2021—May 2022 Diploma in Theology Relevant Coursework: Biblical Studies, Church History, Systematic Theology, Ethics and Moral Theology, Practical Theology, Apologetics, Theology of Missions, Hermeneutics, Theology and Contemporary Issues. 7. Rainbow Secondary School, Juba-South Sudan January 2019 - December 2019 High School Diploma, Natural Sciences Relevant coursework: General 7 Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Agriculture, Computer Sciences, Mathematics, Christian Religious Education, and English and Leadership Foundation.
WORK EXPERIENCES
1. CEO & Executive Director
South Sudan Youth Leadership Scholars Network Program - SYLNET – Juba, South Sudan 2023 - Present
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2. Communication & IT Assistant Specialist YALI RLC EA SOUTH SUDAN ALUMNI CHAPTER – Central Equatoria, South Sudan Nov 2023 - Present 3. Youth Extension Desk UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency – Juba, Central Equatoria, South Sudan Mar 2021 - Dec 2021 Volunteering: 4. Brand Ambassador Mastercard Foundation Baobab Platform - Kigali, Rwanda May 2023-Present 5. Campus Director/Ambassador Hult Prize Foundation - African Leadership University - Rwanda, Kigali August 2023-2024 6. Elementary School Teacher INTERSOS - Humanitarian Organization – Kampala, Uganda Mar 2019 - Dec 2023 7. Founder Nyuel Juol Foundation(NJF)--Bentiu ,South Sudan May 2020-2022 8. Peer Group Leader Nonviolent Peacekeeping Force – Juba, South Sudan Jan 2022 - Oct 2022 9. Youth Extension Desk United Nations High Commission for Refugee(UNHCR)– Juba, South Sudan Mar 2021-Aug 2021 10. Chairperson Rubkotna County Youth Association in Juba IDP Camp – Juba, South Sudan Jan 2021 - Dec 2021 11. Youth Advocate IDP Youth Forum – Juba, South Sudan Feb 2019 - Dec 2019 12. Interim Chairman Internally Displaced Persons(IDPs) Youth Forum– Juba, South Sudan January 2020-December 2020 13. Student Resident Advisor Rainbow Secondary School – Juba, South Sudan January 2019-December 2019 14. Creative Writer African Leadership University Goal Diggers Think Tanks – January 2023-Present
LEADERSHIP
Millennium Fellowship Class of 2023
Date & Place: August-November, Remote & Hybrid
Title: Fellow
About: Selected as one of 4,000+ young leaders for the Class of 2023. A semester-long leadership development program in partnership with the United Nations Academic Impact.
Summits
1. Youth Connekt Africa Summit 2023
Date & Place: December 8-13, Nairobi, Kenya, KICC
Title: Delegate
About: Attended the 6th edition, focusing on Youth leadership and innovation for Africa's integration. Convened over 20,000 young people, government officials, and development champions. Drives policy influence and increased investment in youth opportunities. hosted by the Government of Kenya in partnership with the YouthConnekt Africa Hub and UNDP
2. Global Youth Climate Summit 2023 Date & Place: October 4-7, Dar El Salam Campus, Tanzania Title: Delegate About: Brought together 500 youth and changemakers aged 18-32, empowering them to lead the fight against climate change. Organized by the Global Youth Leadership Center in partnership with Tanzanian authorities. 3. African Climate Summit 2023 Date & Place: September 4-6, Kenyatta International Convention Centre, Nairobi, Kenya Title: Delegate About: Inaugural Africa Climate Summit attended by African Heads of State, global leaders, and stakeholders. Held alongside the Africa Youth Climate Assembly and Africa Climate Week. 4. Mastercard Foundation Baobab Summit 2023 Date & Place: September,2023 Title: Baobab Ambassador & Scholar About: A virtual gathering of Mastercard Foundation Scholars and Alumni. Co-created around the theme "Here. Now. Using Our Voices, Shaping the World." A platform for connecting, co-creating, and reflecting.
Conference
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Conference on Mental Wellbeing
Date & Place: Rwanda, Kigali ,Rwanda, April
Title: Delegate
About: Attended by Mastercard Scholars across Rwandan universities, focusing on mental wellbeing. Organized in partnership with Solid Minds Clinic, a mental health organization.
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South Sudan Youth Against Illiteracy and Corruption Conference
Date & Place: Juba 2022 March,
Title: Participant
About: Participation in a conference addressing illiteracy and corruption among South Sudanese youth.
INTEREST
Humanitarian charity works
Leadership Development
Social justice & Human rights
Regional Development
Youth empowerment
Modern Technology Animal Welfare Children rights Civil Rights and Social Action Economic Empowerment Disaster and Humanitarian Relief Health Climate Change and Environment Human Rights Politics Poverty Alleviation Arts and Culture Social Services Science and Technology
Skills
Self-awareness
Learning mindset
Deep listening
Conflict management
Influencing without authority
Reframing
Servant Leadership Communication Psychological Leadership Strategic Planning & Pitching Project Coordination Volunteerism Teaching Community Advocacy Activism IT
PROGRAMS
YALI Regional Leadership Center Program for East Africa 2023
Date & Place: September-October, Kenyatta University Campus
Title: Cohort 53 Participant/Fellow
About: Specialized in Civic Management. Part of the U.S. Government's Young African Leaders Initiative, promoting leadership skills across Africa.
Social Entrepreneurship and Hackathon Program
Date & Place: April 2023, African Leadership University Rwanda, Kigali
Title: Selected Semi Candidate for Pitching Competition
About: Recognition as a semi-candidate for pitching competition in a program emphasizing social entrepreneurship.
2023 Aspire Leaders Program
Date & Place: March-November 2023, Aspire Institute and Harvard Business School
Title: Aspire Leaders 2023
About: Selected for the Aspire Leaders Program, studying the Aspire online Leadership course.
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Peace, Education, Psychosocial Support Program by UNMISS
Date & Place: September-October 2021, Juba, South Sudan
Title: Participant
About: Engaged in a program focusing on peace, education, and psychosocial support organized by UNMISS.
Resume
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contact
Address: Gasabo, Kigali- Rwanda​
Tel:
+211929415361/+250792577523
Emails: latjorwuonlat1996@gmail.com
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