Global Insight. Local Impact.
Rooted in cultural fluency — and proudly aligned with The Columbus Way, where collaboration drives meaningful change.

Whether you're:

  • Building trust with underrepresented communities

  • Launching a culturally responsive initiative

  • Training your team to engage across difference

…I’m here to support your vision — with clarity, compassion, and The Columbus Way of collaborative leadership.

Consulting with Purpose.
why dunia?

Rooted in culture. Committed to community.Dunia Consulting LLC is a registered business in the State of Ohio and holds a current Certificate of Good Standing. We’re proud to serve local institutions with transparency, compliance, and cultural integrity.Dunia means “world” in Swahili — a word deeply dear to me.
It echoes across Arabic-influenced languages and speaks of movement, trade, and shared belonging.
For me, Dunia is more than a name — it’s a promise to uplift global voices right here at home.It’s also an acronym — a guide to who I serve:D – Districts
U – Universities
N – Nonprofits
I – Institutions
A – AgenciesI help these organizations grow language equity, improve community connection, and lead with cultural humility — especially across immigrant, refugee, and multilingual audiences.Whether you're…
- Building trust with underrepresented communities
- Launching a culturally responsive initiative
- Or training your team to engage across difference…I’m here to support your vision — with clarity, compassion, and The Columbus Way of collaborative leadership.

Meet Teresa Temu

I’m a multilingual educator, cultural strategist, and proud Columbus-based advocate. Originally from Eastern Europe and East Africa, I bring over a decade of experience in teaching, community engagement, and refugee support.My work is shaped by lived experience — as an immigrant, as a linguist, and as someone who believes language is power. I’ve partnered with schools, nonprofits, and civic leaders across Central Ohio.Rooted in The Columbus Way, I believe that true progress comes through collaboration, cultural humility, and building bridges between people and institutions.Highlights:Fluent in Swahili, Russian, French & EnglishLeadership in refugee education, victim services, and outreachMember of the Africa Day 2025 Planning CommitteeBased in Columbus, OH

01 — COMMUNITY OUTREACH & LANGUAGE ACCESS

You want to reach diverse, multilingual communities — but aren’t sure where to begin. I help you build real relationships, not just translations.
Support includes: outreach strategy, LEP messaging, grassroots partnerships, and culturally responsive event planning.

02 — Cultural Competency Training

Staff burnout, cultural missteps, or lack of trust from community partners? My trainings turn theory into real change — rooted in lived experience.
For teams working with African diaspora, refugee, and Eastern European communities.

03 — Cross-Cultural Facilitation & Messaging

You host events — but struggle to include voices from all communities. Let’s change that.
Services include: panel moderation, public forums, storytelling sessions, and multilingual content review for clarity and cultural tone.

04 — Mentorship for Heritage Educators

Outreach starts from within. I help aspiring cultural educators turn their knowledge into impact.
Ideal for: new instructors, language teachers, and community leaders teaching their heritage.

Trusted in community

Walking With, Not Just Speaking For

My work is grounded in real relationships — not just consulting gigs. I’ve worked side-by-side with Congolese, Somali, Afghan, Burundian, Ukrainian, and East African families right here in Central Ohio. Whether it’s planning cultural events, leading workshops, or just showing up — this work is personal.

  • I’ve sat in living rooms.

  • I’ve translated at hospitals.

  • I’ve taught cultural integration and ESL to refugees.

  • I’ve facilitated learning in Columbus public schools and the OSU.

  • I’ve helped city leaders listen more deeply.

  • I’ve practiced The Columbus Way — building trust through collaboration, humility, and showing up consistently.

This is not “target audience” work — this is community.

Intro Consult

Free 30-min Zoom to discuss your needs

Let’s talk about what you’re working on, where you feel stuck, and how I might support your goals.

  • ◉ Personalized recommendations

  • ◉ Honest feedback and clarity

  • ◉ No pressure, just connection

Half-Day Workshop

$400 for up to 3 hours of live training or facilitation

Designed for nonprofits, schools, and city departments looking to shift from ideas to action.

  • ◉ Cultural humility & DEI training

  • ◉ Language access & inclusive outreach

  • ◉ Custom facilitation for diverse teams

More Ways I Build Bridges

In addition to consulting, I stay grounded in the rhythms of community through:

  • Language instruction (Swahili and Russian — available by request)

  • Cultural event planning in collaboration with refugee and immigrant communities

  • Mentorshipfor emerging educators, culture-bearers, and storytellers

These aren’t side projects — they’re how I live The Columbus Way: showing up, listening first, and creating alongside.

Ready to collaborate?

Send a message and I’ll get back to you within 2 business days.

Featured Projects & Events

Global Ambassador Program | Columbus Literacy Council (2023)
Africa Day Columbus Planning Committee | Columbus City Council (2025)
Outreach & education | US Together and local city events
Panelist at CYP’s Coffee With a Cause.
NALA 2025 Cohort | City of Columbus