Founder Profile

Popol Yomete Elonda

Founder & Executive Director — Global CyberSafe

Leading Global CyberSafe with a commitment to cybersecurity education, digital literacy, and opportunity for underserved communities.

Popol Yomete Elonda, Founder and Executive Director of Global CyberSafe
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My Story

My journey in technology started with curiosity and a strong desire to understand how systems work and how people connect through them. Over time, this curiosity became a passion for information technology, cybersecurity, and education.

I was born in the Democratic Republic of Congo and have worked in technology and IT support for more than 15 years. During this time, I have seen both the power of technology and the risks that come with it especially in communities where cybersecurity awareness is limited.

These experiences inspired me to create Global CyberSafe, a nonprofit focused on helping individuals and communities understand how to stay safe in a digital world, while also opening doors to cybersecurity education and opportunity.

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What I Do Today

Today, I work full time on Global CyberSafe. After years of combining a career in technology with nonprofit work in my free time, I decided to dedicate myself completely to growing this organization: building our programs and learning platforms, developing partnerships, and bringing cybersecurity education to more students and families.

Before this, I worked in technical operations and IT support at BYU-Pathway Worldwide, and earlier with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in enterprise technical support, where I handled system administration, network support, cloud systems, and cybersecurity-related operations.

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My Mission with Global CyberSafe

Global CyberSafe was created with one clear goal: to make cybersecurity knowledge accessible, practical, and understandable especially for underserved communities in the United States and Africa.

I believe cybersecurity education should not be a privilege. It should be a basic skill, like reading or writing in the digital age.

Through this organization, I aim to support schools, learners, and communities with cybersecurity awareness, digital literacy, and practical training that can be applied in everyday life.

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Education & Professional Growth

I earned my Bachelor of Science in Applied Technology from Brigham Young University–Idaho and am currently pursuing my master’s degree in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance at Western Governors University.

My technical background includes training and certifications in networking, cybersecurity fundamentals, system administration, and database technologies.

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Research & Publications

Alongside my professional and nonprofit work, I am also engaged in research in cybersecurity and technology education.

SSRN Publication:
The Strategic Role of Technology in National Development and Government Innovation SSRN · April 2026
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Zenodo Publication:
Cybersecurity Awareness Model for K-12 Education Zenodo · June 2026 · DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.20633663
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Co-Founder

Samuel Nsimba, Co-Founder of Global CyberSafe

Samuel Nsimba

Co-Founder · Sponsor & Partner Relations

Samuel helps Global CyberSafe grow by building strong relationships with sponsors and partners who share our mission. His work connects organizations, donors, and communities so that more students and families can access cybersecurity education and digital opportunity.

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Board Leadership

Our board supports Global CyberSafe with accountability, governance, and service-minded leadership.

Miaguy Ngalula, Treasurer, Global CyberSafe

Miaguy Ngalula

Treasurer

Financial stewardship and accountability

The Treasurer helps protect the organization’s financial integrity, supports responsible budgeting, and strengthens donor trust through careful oversight and transparency.

Stacey Konde, Secretary, Global CyberSafe

Stacey Konde

Secretary

Governance, records, and communication

The Secretary helps maintain accurate records, supports board communication, and strengthens organizational professionalism through clear documentation and coordination.

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Looking Ahead

My long-term vision is to build sustainable cybersecurity education programs that help people not only understand digital risks, but also create opportunities in the field of cybersecurity especially in regions where access to this knowledge is limited.

I believe collaboration, education, and awareness are the foundation of a safer digital world.

The next generation will live online. Let's make sure they are safe there.

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