Eric Kamanzi
#1 Bestselling Author • Humanitarian • Civil Engineer
From refugee camp to bestselling author - a powerful story of resilience, hope,
and transforming lives through humanitarian action.
My Journey
From Nyamitaba Village to becoming a voice for millions of displaced people worldwide
From Peaceful Village to Refugee Camp
Born in Nyamitaba Village in the Kivu region of Democratic Republic of Congo, I grew up in a close-knit community rich in diversity and unity. At age 10, conflict forced my family into a refugee camp where I spent over two decades.
Building Hope Through Education
Inspired by my father Rusine's legacy of kindness and community service, I dedicated my life to empowering others. Through Engineers4Humanity, we established Hope School in 2009, transforming hundreds of young lives.
From Refugee to #1 Bestselling Author
After resettlement in Texas, I became a civil engineer and project manager. My book "Breaking Boundaries" shares not just my story, but the story of an entire marginalized community - the Congolese Tutsi group called Rwandophone.
The Global Refugee Crisis
Understanding the scope of displacement worldwide
37.9M
Refugees Worldwide
68.3M
Internally Displaced
122.6M
Forcibly Displaced
27M
Displaced in East Africa
My Mission
Building bridges of hope, empowerment, and sustainable peace
As someone who experienced displacement firsthand, I am determined to make a difference in empowering refugees and immigrants affected by war. My work focuses on building hope, self-reliance, and sustainable peacebuilding solutions.
My Christian faith is the cornerstone of my beliefs and philanthropy activism. Through Engineers4Humanity, we live by the principle: "Give a man a fish, you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime."
Our Organizations
Creating lasting change through strategic humanitarian initiatives
Engineers4Humanity
A 501(c)(3) organization based in Dallas, Texas, focusing on refugee youth education, STEM training, and public health engineering programs. We serve as advocates for refugees and immigrants, promoting self-reliance through capacity building.
Forum Amis de la Paix
Co-founded the Forum for Congolese Refugee Students (Friends of Peace), which established Hope School in Gihembe Refugee Camp in Rwanda in 2009, providing education to over 400 young refugees.
Hope School Initiative
Our flagship educational program has transformed hundreds of lives, helping refugee youth complete high school and university studies. This initiative has inspired the establishment of several other non-profit organizations.
Breaking Boundaries
A #1 bestselling memoir of resilience, hope, and transformation
Why Read This Book?
"Breaking Boundaries" offers an inspiring and personal journey of resilience from a Congolese immigrant and refugee. It provides a unique perspective on overcoming challenges, adapting to a new country, and maintaining cultural roots.
The book sheds light on the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo, its impact on the Great Lakes region, and how we can collectively support sustainable peacebuilding in Africa.
This compelling read is perfect for those interested in personal growth, social justice, and making a positive impact in the world.
Join The Movement
Help us build a brighter future for refugees and displaced communities worldwide
"I believe in the power of storytelling to illuminate our shared humanity, inspire hope, and ignite positive change in the world."
- Eric Kamanzi
Ready to Make a Difference?
Achieving our noble mission requires support from people like you. Join the Engineers4Humanity movement to make a lasting, impactful difference in the lives of refugees and immigrants worldwide.
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