Since Fall 2020 Viviane Kirezi has been serving as the National Training Assistant helping the National Training Manager to develop, coordinate, and implement new training programs for staff and volunteers.

Before joining the IFI team, Viviane moved from her home in Rwanda to California and studied Architecture. She first heard about IFI while studying for a Master’s degree in Theology from Villanova University in Pennsylvania. This led her to join the ISEED, IFI’s internship/discipleship program. Her time in ISEED was enlightening, and she learned how to tell people who have never heard about God about her faith.  

“The biggest reward is seeing students' lives changing and them testifying about it,” says Viviane

Viviane was drawn to join the IFI Staff because of her passion for the mission of IFI and because believers reached out to her, leading her to faith. In her new position as the National Training Assistant, she hopes to fulfill the mission by equipping and encouraging others with knowledge and training to effectively and intentionally reach out to students.

One of her favorite experiences has been watching a student/friend grow and begin to walk with the Lord. Watching her learn about her roots in Christ, realize her fears and learn to pray has been an example to Viviane of Christ’s love and faithfulness.  

 She asks for prayer that IFI would be able to better support and connect with students here and back in their home countries to provide them opportunities to grow in faith.

 For info about joining Viviane’s prayer or support team, please visit: https://www.ifipartners.org/team/viviane-kirezi

More help is needed--have you considered filling a staff position as a volunteer or paid worker?  We are currently looking for a Social Media Specialist and Campus Staff (at OSU, Ohio Wesleyan, Denison, Columbus State).  See https://www.ifipartners.org/careers or contact Phil at for more information on job opportunities.