I was born in Zambia, the youngest of eleven children, and faced significant challenges in my childhood. I was abandoned by my family, experienced homelessness, and even struggled to find food. As a result of mistreatment from my family, I lacked mentorship and support throughout my youth. I suffered from depression and even contemplated suicide. By chance, my talents for running were revealed in adolescence when I was forced to run as a punishment in school. Despite all of the adversity I faced, I prevailed. Through my resilience and hard work, I was able to use my running talent to find opportunities for my personal growth and success. At the age of 16, I had the opportunity to travel to Canada and compete in my first World Championships in Track and Field. There, I met the individuals who would ultimately shape and support my athletic career. 

I attended Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where I had the privilege to compete in the NCAA Division 1 competition and became a three-time All-American athlete. In total, I competed in five World Championships and two All-Africa Games. I was eventually inducted into the Hall of Fame at my alma mater. I represented Zambia in the 2004 and 2012 Summer Olympics. 

Since retiring from competitive running, I have dedicated my professional aspirations to coaching young people. My past personal struggles, as well as my compassionate nature, drive me to help as many youths as possible to achieve their goals in track and field. Through coaching and through this Foundation, my goal is to mentor and provide resources for athletes locally in Los Angeles and in under-served communities abroad.