About Us
About Us
Empowering Education, Transforming Lives
The Unity J McGill (UJM) Foundation is dedicated to bridging the gap for equal access to education in Liberia, West Africa. Our core mission is to eradicate poverty through education by subsidizing tuition for college-ready students. We believe that education is the key to unlocking brighter futures and empowering individuals to rise above their circumstances.
Community Engagement and Holistic Development
Our approach goes beyond financial aid. We work closely with local communities to identify and support students who have the potential to drive positive change. We also focus on holistic development by providing mentorship, resources, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. This ensures that our impact is sustainable and aligned with the community’s needs.
Partnering for Change
Liberia faces significant challenges in delivering quality education due to economic and infrastructure constraints. The UJM Foundation collaborates with local organizations to align our efforts with broader educational policies. Together, we’re committed to creating measurable improvements in educational outcomes and contributing to the development of Liberia’s human capital.
A Vision for the Future: The Library Project
Building Knowledge, Empowering Minds
Education is not just about access—it’s about the quality of that access. To truly empower Liberia’s students, we must provide them with the tools they need to succeed. That’s why the UJM Foundation is committed to building a state-of-the-art library equipped with cutting-edge technology, modern books, and resources. This library will serve as a beacon of knowledge and a center for learning, offering students the chance to explore, grow, and excel.
Our goal is to raise $100,000 to make this vision a reality. With your help, we can create a space where students not only dream of a better future but also have the resources to achieve it. This library will be a cornerstone of educational advancement in Liberia, offering a place where knowledge and opportunity converge.
Get Involved
Donate Today—Transform a Student’s Future
Liberia’s students face enormous challenges, but with your help, we can change their future. A donation of just $2 a day, or $500 a year, is enough to cover a student’s college tuition. Your contribution directly impacts their lives, opening doors to opportunities that would otherwise be out of reach. But we can’t stop there—these students also need access to modern books, resources, and technology to thrive.
Support the Library Project
Our vision for the library is bold, but it’s essential. This library will provide students with access to the latest information and resources, ensuring they are equipped to succeed in an increasingly competitive world. Your donation will help build this critical resource, making a lasting impact on countless lives.
Sponsorship Opportunities—Leave a Lasting Legacy
Partner with the UJM Foundation to create a legacy of empowerment. Sponsorships not only drive meaningful change but also align your brand with a cause dedicated to social responsibility and impact.
Join us today—be the change that transforms lives.
Dr. Alvin Glay, DBA
Dr. Alvin Glay is a trailblazer in digital marketing, with a passion for leveraging digital technology and science to drive marketing growth for firms. He has expertise in executing marketing strategies across multiple sectors: retail, travel, consumer packaged goods, education, nonprofit, telecom, consumer electronics, health, fitness, financial services, beauty, and fashion. Dr. Glay has successfully led and executed growth initiatives for major U.S. brands such as Procter & Gamble, Verizon Wireless, Carters, OshKosh B’Gosh, and many other brands throughout his career. Dr. Glay holds a Doctoral in Business from Georgia State University, an MBA from Mercer University, and a BBA in finance from Georgia State. Dr. Glay leads the operations, donor relationships, and funding programs for the foundation. Dr. Glay was born in Liberia, West Africa, and migrated to the United States at the age of 15. Dr. Glay is an avid soccer player and fanatic. You can find him kicking it around Atlanta in the local men’s soccer leagues
Dr. Sheila Korvayan, PhD
Dr. Sheila Knaff Korvayan holds a Doctor of Educational Leadership. Dr. Korvayan is a Elementary and High School Principal in McDonald Ga. Dr. Korvayan previous experience includes: Curriculum and Instruction Specialist, Prekindergarten Director Secondary English Teacher College Adjunct Instructor
Dr. Michael Kempeh, MD
Dr. Michael Paul Kempeh is a Liberian Doctor currently working with the John F. Kennedy Medical Center in Monrovia. He is a member of the Liberia College of surgeons and he is involved mainly with General Surgery. His goal is to see standardized best surgical practice in his homeland Liberia in the near future. He is the founder of the Donald Paye Kempeh foundation; a foundation that he intends to help breast cancer patients who are impoverished to get standardized treatment of care. Dr. Kempeh is involved with training medical students of the A.M. Dogliotti college of medicine in Liberia.
Dr. Yar Gono
Rev. Yar Donlah Gonway-Gono, Ph.D. is a Liberian born Moral Philosopher and a United Methodist Ordained Minister. She has had pastoral and academic employment experiences both in Liberia and in the United States. Dr. Gonway-Gono had her primary and secondary education in Liberia and obtained her graduate education in the United States. She is best known for her doctoral research study on three generations of Liberian Women in Atlanta, Georgia: adolescents, college young adults and middle-aged adults and two ethnic groups: Indigenous and Americo-Liberian women. Her administrative service includes current President of the United Methodist University (UMU), where she is leading a team of people to restore, unify and provide sustainable development for UMU to flourish as one of the leading universities in Liberia; founding President of the Nimba County Community College (NCCC), now elevated to Nimba County University (NU). While at NCCC, Dr. Gonway-Gono successfully developed programs and oversaw the development of NCCC from scratch. Dr. Gonway-Gono played a visible role on campus with vice presidents, deans, students, faculty, and staff by regularly engaging in campus activities and events. Under her leadership, Dr. Gonway-Gono advanced the college’s commitment to excellence and student enrollment grew from 438 to 4,729. After leaving NCCC, Dr. Gonway-Gono was focused on developing the Dakeaze Global Women Ministries Foundation (DGWMF), an International (501 (c) (3) NGO to address the health issues of women, children, adolescents, youths, elderly, and the Early Childhood Education in rural Liberia. Dr. Gonway-Gono attended Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, where she received her Ph.D. in Women’s Gender and Sexuality Studies, emphasizing Psychology, Ethics of Care, and Moral Education. Her master’s degree includes a Master of Divinity from the Interdenominational Theological Center with emphasis on Pastoral Care and Counseling. She also attended the Gbarnga School of Theology to earn her Diploma in Theology. She is a prominent advocate for student success, quality instruction, increased access to education, and strong strategic and tactical planning.
Dr. Akiah Glay, PhD
Akiah Precious Glay holds a Doctorate in Sociology With Emphasis in Conflict Escalation from the Selçuk University, Konya, Turkey, Master in Peace and Conflict Studies: Nicolaus Copernicus University Torun, Poland and the Kofi Annan Institute for Peace Studies, University of Liberia. Dr. Glay currently serves as a Gender Officer at the Center for Transparency and Accountability in Liberia (CENTAL) the Local Chapter of Transparency International and also serves as an Adjunct professor at the university of Liberia. Her core value is building human capacity which includes but is not limited to "Youth Empowerment, Human Rights Issues, Equal participation and inclusion of all genders in the public sphere. Dr. Akiah Glay oversees the Universities partnerships and local scholarships programs
Mr. Eugene Washington
Bachelor of Science (BS)- Network and Communications management. New Life Group –New Life Group International • DIRECTOR OF TECHNOLOGY • DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS EWASH INVESTMENT LLC • DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS EUGENE & SON’S PROPERTY • Managing Director and Founder
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