The People Behind ACN

Meet Our Team

ACN is powered entirely by passionate volunteers across Australia and the DRC who give their time, skills, and hearts to our mission of empowering communities.

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Leadership

Our Founder & Board

Led by our founder Pastor Constantin Mukendi, ACN's board guides our strategic direction and ensures our programs deliver lasting impact.

⭐ Founder

Pastor Constantin Mukendi

Founder & Executive Director

Pastor Constantin founded AusCongo Network in 2008 after identifying the need for better systems to help Congolese Australians support their families back home. Inspired by the proverb "give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach him how to fish and you feed him for a lifetime," he envisioned a model that builds sustainable communities rather than dependency.

Under his leadership, ACN has grown from a simple remittance network into a fully-fledged community development organisation running 10 programs in Mbuji-Mayi, DRC, and supporting the Congolese-Australian community through disability support services.

🌍 Community Development 🇨🇩 DRC Operations 🇦🇺 Brisbane, QLD ⭐ Since 2008

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Board Member

Chairperson

Providing strategic leadership and governance to ensure ACN remains focused on its mission and values.

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Treasurer

Overseeing ACN's financial health and compliance, ensuring funds reach the communities we serve.

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Secretary

Managing governance and records, ensuring ACN meets its legal obligations as a registered charity.

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Programs Director

Overseeing the design, delivery, and evaluation of ACN's 10 community development programs in Mbuji-Mayi.

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Community Engagement

Building relationships with the Congolese-Australian community and connecting supporters with ACN's mission.

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DRC Operations Lead

Mbuji-Mayi, DRC

Leading our team at the Mbuji-Mayi Community Centre who deliver ACN's 10 development programs on the ground.

Our Volunteers

Powered by Passionate People

ACN runs entirely on volunteers. From Brisbane to Mbuji-Mayi, our people give their skills and time to create lasting change.

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Marketing & Comms

Sharing our story, growing our reach, and building ACN's presence across Australia.

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Technology & Digital

Website, IT, and digital skills that keep our Australian operations running smoothly.

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Fundraising & Events

Planning the Congoflavour Festival and other events that raise vital funds for our programs.

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Remote Program Support

Skills-based volunteers supporting our Mbuji-Mayi team from Australia remotely.

Join the Team

Want to Be Part of Something Meaningful?

We're always looking for passionate volunteers to help grow ACN's impact. Whether you have an hour a week or more — your skills are needed and valued.

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