In this episode of 'God on the Move', Bronwen, Martin, and Peter share their inspiring journey of supporting Sudanese refugees in Egypt through the formation of Impact Community Development. They discuss the collaborative efforts of LifePlus and Impact to deliver a holistic approach that addresses the spiritual, physical, and educational needs of these marginalized communities. The episode delves into their personal backgrounds, the challenges refugees face in Cairo, and the significant community impact achieved in just 10 months. They emphasize the importance of prayer, partnership, and leveraging business acumen for kingdom work. 

Links from the interview:

• LifePlus

Bronwen Brauteseth

Bronwen is originally from South Africa and has spent nearly two decades working in international education. As a qualified specialist educator, Bronwen is dedicated to supporting marginalized children and young people within their communities. Her work has primarily focused on collaborating with local educators and leaders to develop systems, programs, and targeted adult training that empower communities to foster supportive educational environments.

Bronwen has had the privilege of working alongside educational professionals in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa, and is passionate about equipping local educators with the tools and knowledge they need to drive positive change within their own communities. 

Through a partnership between LifePlus and Impact Community Development, Bronwen is focused on developing educational programs in Egypt, specifically for the Sudanese and South Sudanese refugee community. This collaboration is designed to empower local communities by creating sustainable learning environments where all students can succeed, regardless of their circumstances.

Peter is the CEO and Founder of Impact for Community Development. With a passion for community development, business, and entrepreneurship, Peter brings over 22 years of experience in the global hospitality industry, having held leadership roles in top hotel chains. As the Regional Commercial Director for Hotelbeds Spain, he leverages technology to optimize business operations and drive sales. His entrepreneurial spirit shines through in his leadership of TTH Travel, WS Expedition, and Impact for Community Development and Educational Training, where he is committed to fostering innovation and making a positive impact on communities.

Martin Klopper is the Co-Founder of Impact for Community Development and CEO of LifePlus Worldwide Learning.LifePlus is an educational services company with a global footprint of around 900 staff. Originally from South Africa, Martin has lived, studied, and worked in the UK, spent over 20 years in China, and now resides in the United Arab Emirates. Under his leadership, LifePlus operates five international schools in China, a school in the UAE, and the LifePlus Online Academy. With a strong business background, Martin is passionate about nurturing successful ventures and has extensive experience in guiding start-ups. He is also deeply committed to community development, having overseen various impactful programs and projects in China.