Providence has a strong background in facilitation and training. He has extensive experience leading conversations, discussions, and community dialogues with youth, employing a culturally sensitive approach that ensures inclusivity and understanding. He is well-versed in shaping organizational policies and possesses a keen understanding of metrics and benchmarks to measure and monitor strategic changes and organizational goals.

 

With a background of Arts in Musicology and Ethnomusicology from the National Institute of Arts in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, Providence is not only an accomplished social services professional but also an exceptional artist. He is the co-founder of the African Sport Federation and has been recognized as the Best Independent Artist/Social Worker at the Happawards 2019. Additionally, he has been honored as the Best Vocalist at the Airtel Trace Music Star TV Show in 2015 and was the founder of the Cali Mass Choir, a family program re-engagement initiative for war victims through arts and music in 2014. His musical talents have also been acknowledged with the award for Best Lead Vocalist at the Elanga Festival in 2012.

 

With over eight years of experience serving BIPOC youth and families, mentoring and training talented staff members across King County, Providence is a seasoned social services artist, intervention specialist, community leader, and organizer. He is a flexible professional with a deep understanding of community organizing, program management, implementation, monitoring, and relationship building. Providence's unwavering commitment lies in serving Washignton communities, particularly those that have been historically marginalized and underserved. Through Cocreative Culture, he envisions a future where the school-to-prison pipeline is dismantled, and all youth have access to the resources they need to thrive and succeed.