Our Team & Partners
Dedicated volunteers and community partners working together to empower refugee families
Board of Directors
Samuel Nihazi
President
Leading SODELA’s mission to empower refugee families in the Knoxville community.
Egide Irambona
Vice President
Supporting organizational leadership and strategic planning initiatives.
Prosper Ndaruhunze
Chairman & Treasurer
Overseeing board operations and managing organizational finances.
Jolie Tantine
Secretary
Managing communications and maintaining organizational records.
Nepo Mark
Community Outreach
Building relationships with community partners and local organizations.
Sheba Jacob
Community Liaison
Connecting refugee families with essential community resources and services.
Executive Staff
Marcelin Hategekimana
Executive Director
Leading day-to-day operations and program implementation to fulfill SODELA’s mission of empowering refugee families through comprehensive support services.
Community Partners
SODELA is grateful to work alongside these outstanding organizations that share our commitment to supporting refugee families and building a stronger community.
Bridge Refugee Services
Knox County Schools
Knox County Health Department
CAC Beardsley Community Farm
Light Mission Pentecostal Church
Knoxville Habitat for Humanity
OUR TRUSTED PARTNERS
Join Our Team
We’re always looking for dedicated volunteers and partners to help support our mission. Whether you have a few hours or want to make a long-term commitment, there’s a place for you at SODELA.
Get In Touch
Have questions or want to get involved? We would love to hear from you.
SODELA
Solidarity Development and Light Association
750 Belleaire, Knoxville, TN 37921
750 Belleaire, Knoxville, TN 37921
(865) 309-9588 | info@sodela.org