Meet our board

working together to build a stronger Congo.

Sarah Mubenga

Executive Director

Sarah Mubenga is the Executive Director of Together for Congo, a nonprofit dedicated to raising funds for schools in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Born and raised in Raleigh, North Carolina, with Congolese heritage, Sarah is passionate about education, community development, and creating opportunities for children in need. With a Master of Education and a background in teaching and program coordination, she brings strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills to the organization. Through Together for Congo, Sarah is committed to empowering the next generation by providing access to quality education and essential resources.

Dr. Pascal Mubenga, PhD

Dr. Pascal Mubenga is a retired educator. Dr. Pascal Mubenga has enjoyed a successful career in public education spanning over 28 years in North Carolina. He served as Superintendent of Franklin County and Durham Public Schools. He also served as a District Transformation Coach, a School Transformation Team Lead, and School Transformation Coach with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction for four years. Immediately preceding his work with NCDPI, he was the principal at Jones Senior High School in Jones County, North Carolina, from 2007 through 2011. Dr. Mubenga has also previously served as an assistant principal in Franklin County and math teacher in Johnston County. He was also a math teacher at Chewning Middle School in Durham for three years. He began his career in public education as a math teacher for the Nash-Rocky Mount Schools.

Dr. Ruth Reynard, PhD

Accomplished and innovative senior level academic executive administrator and experienced instructor in various sectors.
Reliable, responsible, creative, and vigilant leader who interfaces effectively with executives, administrators, and staff, in order to achieve training and instructional goals.

Stephen Reynard

Beth Meadows

Venessa Spearman

Dr. Chris Meadows, PhD

Dr. Edward Alexander, PhD