Senou Samson Francis Degbegni has over eight years of experience in community development. Currently, Senou works as a professional coach, helping youth and entrepreneurs discover their talents and make a positive difference in their lives. His prior work includes serving as a peer educator on sexual and reproductive health, encouraging safe and responsible behaviors among young people in schools and universities. Recently, Senou founded Alpha Strengths Coaching and became a certified Gallup Strengths Coach. He holds a bachelor's degree in Agronomic Sciences from the Catholic University of West Africa, and a master's degree in Local Development and Decentralization from the African University of Cooperative Development. Senou is a 2019 Mandela Washington Fellow and a 2020 recipient of a Fellowship Reciprocal Exchange Award.