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Work History
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2025-2026 Fulbright Semi Finalist
Notable Courses
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M'Munga Songolo

Portland,OR

Summary

M'Munga Songolo completed a BA in International Relations at the Pardee School. He co-founded the Congo Peace Project (CPP), has published multiple articles influencing policy-making discussions, and has gained extensive experience in program management, community development, and advocacy through roles at organizations like Congo Peace Project, Multnomah County Department of Health Services, and 826 Boston.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Co-Founder

Congo Peace Project (CPP)
01.2020 - Current

Company Overview: Congo Peace Project aims to combat the high rates of illiteracy and sexual violence in the country, through the supply of menstrual hygiene products and school supplies

  • Supported twin brother in founding Congo Peace Project
  • Hosted several charity basketball tournaments to raise funds
  • Organized and assisted in mutual aid drives for menstrual hygiene products to ship to women in Congo

Published Writer

Global Government Forum (GGF)
10.2024 - 12.2024

Company Overview: A publishing, events, and research business that helps senior civil servants with articles, interviews and global events to support policy making and governance.

  • Created several articles under Global Govt. Forum to help central government officials in their working lives (link to articles in Website section)

Research & Policy Intern

Global Government Forum (GGF)
10.2024 - 12.2024
  • Helped with website management & uploading of podcasts
  • Assisted with day-to-day tasks of executive editor, Richard Johnstone
  • Edited film from conference events
  • Coordinated with partners via email regarding conference events

Program Data & Evaluation Intern

826 Boston
09.2023 - 12.2023

Company Overview: A nonprofit youth writing and publishing organization that strengthens student's through free tutoring, writing skills and publishing projects.

  • Collaborated with Ms. Carolyn Navokonis, Senior Director of Impact, to design and administer student and alumni surveys
  • Collected data logs, supervised mentoring sessions, and attended weekly progress meetings
  • Developed skills in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets

Program Intern

Multnomah County Department of Human Services
06.2021 - 09.2021

Company Overview:

The College to County (C2C) program allows college students to explore careers in county government with a focus on mentorship and professional development.

  • Provided financial support to families during emergency responses
  • Participated in IDEA (Including Disability in Equity and Access) meetings to foster an inclusive work environment
  • Supported communications efforts with multimedia and written content for DCHS administration and community partners

Community Ambassador

Word Is Bond
06.2020 - 09.2020

Company Overview: A Black-led nonprofit leadership incubator that develops Black men ages 16–21 through leadership training, community service, and writing publication opportunities.

  • Partnered with police to build trust between young Black men and law enforcement
  • Organized public tours highlighting Black history in Portland neighborhoods
  • 'Black Boy Joy' poem featured in NBA's racial injustice initiative

Education

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations

Boston University
05-2025

Skills

Policy Analysis

Public Speaking

Professional & Creative Writing

Swahili Fluency

2025-2026 Fulbright Semi Finalist

Fulbright Semi-Finalist for the English Teaching Assistantship in Kenya, recognized for academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to cross-cultural exchange.

Notable Courses

  • Swahili 6
  • Globalization & Poverty
  • People & Cultures of Africa

Timeline

Published Writer

Global Government Forum (GGF)
10.2024 - 12.2024

Research & Policy Intern

Global Government Forum (GGF)
10.2024 - 12.2024

Program Data & Evaluation Intern

826 Boston
09.2023 - 12.2023

Program Intern

Multnomah County Department of Human Services
06.2021 - 09.2021

Community Ambassador

Word Is Bond
06.2020 - 09.2020

Co-Founder

Congo Peace Project (CPP)
01.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations

Boston University
M'Munga Songolo