Leonard is a refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo and the founder and Executive Director of Utah Valley Refugees.
Leonard lived in refugee camps in Malawi and Zimbabwe for more than three years before coming to the United States. He completed his undergraduate degree in Public and Community Health Education at Utah Valley University, where he also founded the UVU African Club, an organization that transformed the perception of Africa in the local community and state of Utah.
Leonard has over six years of experience working with refugees in Utah and has served on the boards of multiple non-profit organizations. He is committed to maximizing the positive impact he can make in the world to bless many people. He believes that his personal experiences and the work he does can empower people and transform lives.
Leonard is married to the beautiful Best Bagalwa, and they have four children—three girls and a boy.
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