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.
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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.
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.
What I Do Today
I work in technical operations and IT support with BYU-Pathway Worldwide, while also giving my heart to nonprofit work that is very important to me. I’m thankful for the experience and for the opportunity to contribute to something meaningful.
Previously, I worked 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.
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.
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.
Research & Publications
Alongside my professional and nonprofit work, I am also engaged in research in cybersecurity and technology education.
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Board Leadership
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Secretary
Governance, records, and communication
The Secretary helps maintain accurate records, supports board communication, and strengthens organizational professionalism through clear documentation and coordination.
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.