Our People

The Leadership Team

Meet the passionate environmentalists, project managers, and finance officers steering our community efforts.

Valentine Mugun
Chief Executive Officer

Valentine Mugun

Valentine Mugun leads the strategic direction of The Barrier Breakers, driving the organization's mission to bridge environmental restoration with community prosperity.

Dennis Byegon
Programs Manager

Dennis Byegon

Dennis coordinates and designs the field initiatives, ensuring that tree planting, climate-smart agriculture, and school drives achieve tangible conservation milestones.

Brian Langat
Finance Manager

Brian Langat

Brian oversees financial operations, budgeting, and accountability systems, ensuring that resources are utilized effectively and transparently.

Judy Koech
Partnerships and Resource Mobilization

Judy Koech

Judy builds relationships with regional and international funders, expanding resources for environmental and women-led initiatives.

Sharon Rutoh
Partnerships and Resource Mobilization

Sharon Rutoh

Sharon collaborates on partner development, program outreach, and resource mobilization campaigns targeting community sustainability.

Lynton Yegon
Public Relations

Lynton Yegon

Lynton guides public outreach, communications, and media partnerships, telling the story of environmental progress and local breakthroughs.

Awards & Trust

Recognition & Support

The Barrier Breakers has been recognized for its community impact work, including a top-3 finalist placement at a national equity and inclusion awards ceremony.

We welcome new partnerships with environmental funders, donors, schools, and government bodies who share our commitment to ecosystem restoration, climate resilience, and community-led conservation.

Partner With Us

OUR VALUED PARTNERS

Jumuiya Women Fund
Media Focus on Africa
Safaricom Foundation