Millions of children in low income communities are denied the nutrition, care, quality early learning, and support they need to grow, learn, and thrive.
Poverty, malnutrition, limited stimulation, unsafe environments, and lack of responsive caregiving continue to prevent children from reaching their full potential.
TECEC was founded in 2021 to respond to this urgent challenge through practical, community-driven, and holistic early childhood development solutions that strengthen not only children, but also the families and systems surrounding them.


Our Core Values
At TECEC, we believe every child deserves an equitable start in life, regardless of where they are born or the challenges they face. We are committed to working with integrity, transparency, and accountability, always placing children’s wellbeing at the centre of our decisions. We recognize that sustainable change is most effective when driven by communities themselves, which is why we work alongside families, caregivers, local leaders, and public systems to strengthen local ownership and long-term impact. Through collaboration and partnership with communities, government, and development partners, we create lasting solutions that help children learn, develop, and thrive.
Governance & Leadership Team
Our governance and leadership team provide strategic oversight and accountability, ensuring TECEC delivers impact and remains mission-driven
in advancing children’s holistic development.
Board of Directors - Tanzania

Dr. Titus Pacho
Member-Board of Directors

Suzan Salim
Chairperson- Board of Directors

Aikande Stephano
Member- Board of Directors

Joseph Badokufa
Member- Board of Directors

Mildred Ogola
Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Lead & Board of Directors

Asya Dragoon
Member -Board of Directors
Our Staff Team

Joel Elphas
Executive Director

Elizabeth Joseph
Director of Programs & Operations

Cylidian sylvianus
Finance Manager

Esther Macha
Early Learning Program Coordinator

Jackson Hendry
Health & Nutrition Progam Coordinator

Anna Kabula
Community ECD Centre Facilitator
Global Advisory Board

Jasen Booton
Advisory board Chair

Amy Morales Baum
Advisory board member

Jacob Deitz
Advisory board member

Tania Swift
Advisory board member

Kathryn Noon
Advisory board member

Mina Ekramnia
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