Our Team

Leadership rooted in service, education, and community trust.

PASI is guided by people who prepare students carefully, coordinate with partners respectfully, and keep every program focused on learning, leadership, and meaningful service.

Leadership & Coordination

Meet the people behind PASI

Program leadership and regional contacts support students before, during, and after their experience.

Matthew S. Wulukau, Jr
Program Leadership

Matthew S. Wulukau, Jr

Co-Founder & President

Matthew S. Wulukau, Jr. is an international leader in global development and infrastructure strategy, whose work connects public health, education, and international collaboration across West and East Africa. As Co‑Founder & President of Planting A Seed International, Inc. (PASI), he has expanded service‑learning, health outreach, and workforce development programs that engage students and faculty from 17+ HBCUs in Liberia, Senegal, Kenya, and Tanzania. Matthew’s leadership has strengthened collaborations with multiple government ministries, universities, hospitals, and community partners, while growing PASI’s community development initiatives by 40% and student participation by 60%. To date, PASI has mobilized over 270 students and faculty across four countries, delivering programs that improve access to education and healthcare for thousands of community members. Guided by a collaborative and mission‑driven leadership philosophy, Matthew focuses on building sustainable partnerships that empower local communities and create long‑term impact. His global footprint spans West Africa, East Africa, and the United States, reflecting a commitment to bridging cultures and strengthening international ties through education and development.

Jada Carter

Jada Carter

Faculty Lead Professor

Jada Carter is a proud New Orleans native, psychology doctoral student, educator, and wellness entrepreneur dedicated to advancing equity in mental health. As a Faculty Lead Professor with PASI, she brings expertise in wellness, mentorship, and student development to support transformative global service-learning experiences. Known as @DaMindDoc, Jada combines mental health knowledge with cultural insight to empower students through reflection, growth, and global engagement. After participating in PASI’s 2024 Alternative Winter Break Service-Learning Program in Nairobi, Kenya, she continues to champion education, cultural exchange, and community empowerment.

Jordan Wilson

Jordan Wilson

Planting A Seed International, Inc Ambassador

Jordan Wilson is a Morehouse College graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He has served as a Student Leader in PASI’s Liberia and Senegal West Africa Fellowship Programs and as a PASI Ambassador, promoting global service and learning among students. A passionate global traveler with experience in more than 30 countries, Jordan is also the Founder and CEO of an AI-focused company advancing education in prompt engineering, coding, and emerging technologies. He is committed to innovation, leadership, and creating meaningful impact through technology.

Mr. Tissan Young

Mr. Tissan Young

Program Coordinator & Travel Assistant

Tissan Young, a native of Arkansas and graduate of Morehouse College in English, has been a dedicated leader with Planting A Seed International, Inc. (PASI) since 2017. He has taken a hands‑on role in programs across 2017 and 2019 (Liberia), 2022 (Senegal), 2023 (Tanzania), and 2025 (Kenya), consistently showing passion for service and mentorship. As Faculty Lead Coordinator, Tissan guides student engagement and supports international service‑learning experiences, fostering cultural exchange and empowering future global leaders.

Kalina Francois

Kalina Francois

Domestic Liaison for Service Learning Programs for the USA & Africa Bay Area Branch

Kalina Francois is a special education teacher, Teach For America 2025 Corps Member, and Spelman College graduate committed to educational equity and global learning. In Spring 2024, she joined Planting A Seed International in Tanzania and Zanzibar, engaging with the Youth United Nations of Tanzania, teaching at a local primary school, and participating in cultural learning experiences. As Domestic Liaison for Service Learning Programs for the USA & Africa Bay Area Branch, she is excited to help expand meaningful service and global learning opportunities for students.

Ethan Brisby

Ethan Brisby

Program Liason - Uganda

Founder, Shift Enterprise Academy | Writer | USA–Uganda Liaison | Empowering Communities Through Education, Leadership & Global Partnerships

Abukauthar Vunde (Malcom)

Abukauthar Vunde (Malcom)

Tanzania Contact, Web Manager, and Korea Contact

Oversees key aspects of PASI partnerships, including website management, Tanzania program coordination, and engagement with Korea-based partners, helping advance the organization's global initiatives.

How We Lead

Prepared, accountable, and student-centered.

Careful preparation

Students receive guidance before travel so they understand expectations, safety, culture, and service.

Respectful partnership

PASI works through relationships with communities, institutions, coordinators, and families.

Learning that lasts

Every program is shaped to strengthen leadership, reflection, and professional growth.

Work with PASI

Questions about programs, partnerships, or student preparation?

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