Bernadette Moffat

Biography

Bernadette Moffat, the Executive Director of ELMA Philanthropies Services (Africa), directs philanthropic initiatives for the ELMA Group of Foundations in southern Africa. Serving on the Boards of ELMA Philanthropies Services (US) Inc. and the ELMA South Africa Foundation, she plays a crucial role. As chairperson of Masana wa Afrika and Ilifa Labantwana, Bernadette supports local change-makers and strives for universal access and quality outcomes for young children. Additionally, she is a Trustee of the Discovery Foundation, advancing education for medical specialists in South Africa. Recognized with the Ordre de Merité in 2007, Bernadette holds a magna cum laude BA from Wellesley College and a Juris Doctor from Columbia University. Her diverse career underscores a commitment to positive change and community empowerment.