Achaleke Christian Leke

Achaleke Christian L eke

Executive Director

Achaleke Christian Leke is a 34 year old multi-award-winning development expert, peacebuilder, and researcher with over 17 years of experience in countering violent extremism, international and community development, and youth empowerment. Hailing from the city of Fiango Kumba, he overcame a challenging childhood to become a global leader in peacebuilding and social transformation. His journey, marked by resilience and commitment, has positioned him as an authority in peacebuilding, community service, diplomacy, and policy advocacy. He served the African Union as the African Union Youth Ambassador for Peace, representing the Central African subregion.

Currently, as the Executive Director of Local Youth Corner Cameroon, Achaleke has spearheaded groundbreaking initiatives that have transformed the lives of thousands of young people, including former offenders, vulnerable youth, and victims of violence. His exceptional leadership in institutional management has played a crucial role in shaping the organization's growth. From starting as a volunteer in 2007, he rose to become Executive Director, inspiring countless young people along the way. Under his leadership, the organization expanded from having no paid staff to employing over 20 full-time professionals, from having no office space to establishing four offices across the country, and tripled its resource mobilization capacity, extending operations into Chad and Niger. His strategic vision has positioned Local Youth Corner as one of the most influential youth-led organizations in Africa.