This summer, a team of Pamoza supporters traveled to Malawi from July 8–24 to serve alongside Pamoza staff. Over two weeks, they met with beneficiaries, explored local communities, and facilitated 3 vision clinics serving more than 200 people.

Anne Mitchell’s connection to Pamoza began a decade ago through a church fundraiser, and over time, her support grew through galas, charity runs, and personal connections with mission participants. With a background in nursing, Anne is especially drawn to Pamoza’s healthcare initiatives.

She looks forward to serving in Malawi for three key reasons: to assist with health care, including vision screenings; to deepen her spiritual journey with a faith-filled team; and to engage authentically in mission work that aligns with her values. “Pamoza is boots-on-the-ground,” she says. “They really know the people, and I want to learn from that.

Carol Jordan is a joyful follower of Christ who finds deep purpose in service, as she believes it is her “primary spiritual gift”. A proud Philadelphia native and a member of Careview Community Church in Lansdowne, PA, Carol recently retired after nearly 50 years as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, specializing in Microbiology.

She is a mother, grandmother, and devoted family member who enjoys reading, music, puzzles, and volunteering. Carol brings a heart of compassion and a spirit of dedication to this mission, eager to serve and grow through the experience.

Sherard Graham is a preacher, teacher, and entrepreneur with a strong heart for missions and community impact. His connection with Pamoza began over a decade ago after meeting Temwa at a missions conference—a moment that planted a lasting seed. In 2018, he traveled to Malawi with the mission team and has since continued his involvement stating  it was an experience that truly stayed with me”. Now Sherard is serving as a Project Assistant at Pamoza International.

Sherard is excited to return to Malawi, eager to witness again how Pamoza’s work is making a tangible difference in communities on the ground.

Mary Laxton is a retired physician assistant with a passion for serving underserved communities through medical missions. Since leaving full-time clinical work, she has spent the past three years combining her love for medicine and travel by joining medical missions in Africa, Central Asia, and South America—including five previous trips to Africa. A member of the Swarthmore Rotary Club, Mary first connected with Pamoza at the club’s annual Charity Fun Fair. Moved by its Christ-centered mission, she felt called to join this year’s trip: “I feel it’s my Christian duty—and my Christian joy—to support people who have the greatest need.” 

Tom is a Professional Engineer with deep experience in construction consulting, specializing in construction management, scheduling, dispute analysis, and resolution services. His career has included work with federal, state, and local public agencies, as well as private construction firms, engineering companies, and insurance carriers. Tom has contributed to major infrastructure and facility projects including roads, bridges, hospitals, universities, hotels, and transit systems.

Tom was first introduced to Pamoza in 2019 by a friend and was drawn to its mission and impact. Traveling to Africa presents a personal challenge and an opportunity for growth. As he puts it, “this is something different for me—something I didn’t necessarily see myself doing, which makes it all the more exciting.” This trip marks a season of exploration and openness, and Tom is eager to embrace the unknowns and discover what lies ahead.

Temwa Wright serves as the Executive Director of Pamoza International, a role she has held since 2013, continuing the legacy of her father who founded the organization to create lasting change in his home community of Zowe, Malawi.

Temwa is especially excited about this year’s mission trip as it allows her to share the beauty, culture, and spirit of Malawi with supporters. “There’s no better way to understand what we do than to experience it firsthand,” she says, and she’s looking forward to that shared journey with this year’s team.