Our story
A legacy of walking
alongside young people.
Founded in August 2003, Savannah Intercultural Institute brings character, purpose and community into the journey of growing up.
Founded in August 2003
From a little establishment
to a shared journey.
Savannah Intercultural Institute was founded in August 2003. What began as a small establishment grew through mentorship in schools, communities, churches and other spaces where young people meet.
At a time when HIV/AIDS was affecting many lives, mentorship addressed relationships, sexual behaviour and personal health alongside character, leadership, attitudes and habits.
The work also explored career direction, finances, responsibility and the everyday choices that shape a life. These remain important parts of Savannah’s story.
The thread through our story
Character at the heart.
Community at the centre.
A beginning with purpose
Savannah Intercultural Institute begins its mentorship journey.
Learning in everyday spaces
Thousands of young people are reached through schools, churches, communities and other settings.
Community circles across Zambia
A renewed model trains local mentors, builds small groups and connects them to accountable coordination.
From the archive
People. Places.
Moments of connection.
Photographs from Savannah’s community mentorship journey.
Your next chapter
You don’t have to grow alone.
Join a community that believes in who you can become. There is a place for mentees, mentors and friends of Savannah.