Meet Our Bridges: SOTENI International Short Version

On September 24th, 2026, we introduced SOTENI International, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization registered in the U.S. and Kenya, with more than 20 years of experience working alongside rural communities in Kenya. Founded in 2003 to improve access to healthcare and support for people living with HIV/AIDS and their families, SOTENI today supports more than 3,000 people affected by HIV/AIDS and their households. SOTENI Board Chair Dr. Victoria Wulsin '75 and Operations Manager Dr. Pooja Rachewad shared SOTENI’s journey through the people and communities at the heart of its work. A short video featuring the voices and personal stories of SOTENI beneficiaries offered a firsthand look at the impact of SOTENI’s programs and the role that local leadership, community partnerships, and long-term commitment play in creating lasting change. The presentation concluded with SOTENI’s “Adopt a Support Group” Campaign, an opportunity to help sustain and strengthen this work. This is an edited short version of the webinar.