SOME ORGANIZATIONS DEO HAS WORKED WITH

““Within the Institute, Mr. Mwano undertook major responsibilities to bridge multicultural issues and to ensure a safe, productive and respectful environment for the Delegation. In order to establish common discourse he brought a deep understanding and sensitivity to the complexities encountered by the delegates. His personal narrative and consummate professionalism also served as inspiration for educators when they returned to Pakistan to implement U.S. training amidst daily realities and challenges. That connectivity continues.””

— Allen Blakeman Director of Pakistani Educational Leadership Institute

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It was a pleasure working with Deo Mwano. He has a true talent for group engagement and facilitating challenging discussions in a positive manner. It is clear that he is passionate about his work, and that passion is both inspiring and contagious. Deo helped to create a firm foundation on which our organization can build.”

— Timothy G. Sink, CCE, President Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce

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“Working with Deo is always a pleasure. His deep knowledge of local needs and national education movements make him one of my favorite partners. My teams often focus on family and community engagement and the outcomes of Deo’s workshops have always included not only gains in participant knowledge, but deeper connections between participants and their community.”
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— Richard Feistman, Ph.D. Teach Plus National Director of Evaluation

““There are rare persons who, when we meet them, bring light and energy to our lives; persons who show, almost without speaking, their deep commitment to others. Deo Mwano is such a person. While his personal story is one of strength gained through adversity, his enthusiasm for youth and its potential and for education and its empowering effect is a message he does not just talk about, but truly lives.””

— Stephen Reno Executive Director Leadership New Hampshire, Former Chancellor of University System of NH

““Deo brought an informative, high energy, and inspirational workshop to students during a critical time. We asked for an opportunity for students to learn more, reflect on their own experiences, and identify what they can do to positively impact the culture in their school. Deo did a great job and really engaged students.””

— Michele Holt-Shannon Director of New Hampshire Listens, University of New Hampshire Carsey Center

“Deo was willing to work with the Currier Museum of Art on a new program and did so thoughtfully and with an open mind. Not only did Deo bring professionalism to the event, but a unique form of engagement that encouraged others to think deeper and more holistically.”

— Lynn Thomson Assistant Director of Art Education/Community Engagement Currier Museum

““Deo worked with NH HOBY to facilitate a piece of our program where we work to introduce the topic of privilege to high-school sophomores, young leaders from the state of NH. After many years of not feeling like we hit the point home, we were so happy that Deo did this year. His energy, story and ability to engage was unparalleled to any of our internal resources and we were so glad to have brought him in to speak at our seminar.””

— Kate Aiken, Former Director of Program of HOBY NH

“Having Deo (Shaq & Martin, too) at NMH School was an amazing experience for our students and faculty. We appreciated hearing his personal story in the keynote address, as Deo raised important questions about identity, belonging, and living well in community together. Most impressive was his music & dance workshop with about 60 students; he was fired up; Deo was fired up, got them fired up, and a number of kids commented that it was the best workshop they had ever attended. Simply put, it was an awesome afternoon and we are thrilled Deo was able to share his talents with NMH School.”

— Martha Neubert, Dean of Diversity, Equity, and Social Justice, Northfield Mount Hermon

“Deo Mwano has a magic of goodness. I think it comes from having such a powerful and generous heart. His energy inspires. The vitality that he brings to students, and what he gave to me as a colleague, generates tremendous goodwill and insight. He summons up and frees the creative spirit. That kind of innovation and connection is rare. Deo is himself a special source of light and a talented guide. ”

— RG Richards Phillips Exeter Academy Chair, Theatre Instructor