Learning Simplified. Communication Amplified.
PyStatR+ integrates data science education, AI communication, and community empowerment: a mission grounded in excellence, compassion, and cultural wisdom.
Mission & Vision
Mission
Empowering learners, professionals, and community communicators with accessible education in data science, statistics, machine learning, and AI — supported by mentorship, cultural grounding, and authentic communication.
- → Rigorous technical excellence paired with human understanding
- → Empathy- and culture-informed mentorship
- → A focused commitment to South Sudan and East Africa
Vision
A world where data-literate and culturally aware communicators drive informed decision-making and positive change — transforming communities through analytics, AI, and authentic communication.
Developing PyStatR+ as an integrated platform for data science education, AI communication tools, and community impact initiatives across Africa.
Founded in Louisville, Kentucky and led by a dedicated team in Juba, South Sudan,
we bridge global expertise with authentic community understanding.
Core Values
Excellence
Rigor with Humility
We pursue mastery in knowledge and its application—rigorous thinking paired with curiosity, never arrogance. Every course reflects our highest standards: clarity in teaching, precision in analysis, and integrity in method. For us, excellence means continuous refinement of craft—from statistical reasoning to responsible AI communication.
Compassion
Humanity at the Center
Education without empathy is incomplete. We teach with deep respect for human stories—from classrooms to communities. Compassion keeps our work human-centered, ensuring learning grows through understanding and kindness and that technology serves people, not abstractions.
Integrity
Truth as Foundation
We uphold transparency and accountability as first principles. Integrity requires honesty with data, clarity in method, and intellectual humility—acknowledging limits, citing sources, and honoring trust. We model what we teach: knowledge built with integrity is knowledge that endures.
Accessibility
Knowledge Without Gates
Data science belongs to everyone—especially communities long excluded. We create inclusive pathways into AI and analytics for African learners. Simplicity is not oversimplification; it is clarity that empowers—turning advanced knowledge into practical, transformative action.
Excellence in Collaboration
Dedicated professionals united by a vision to transform education and empower communities across continents.
📍 USA
🏆 2020 Mercy Award
Alier Reng
Founder, Lead Educator & Creative Director
From 14 years of refugee-camp education in Ethiopia and Kenya to Director of Healthcare Quality & Clinical Analytics in the U.S., his journey reflects resilience and purpose. With 5+ years of university-level teaching in mathematics and statistics and over 9 years in healthcare quality, data analytics, and leadership, he founded PyStatR+ to bridge technical rigor with accessible education.
"Education from the Heart ❤️."
📍 South Sudan
12+ Years
Majak Akuien Deng
Executive Director
An optimistic, seasoned finance professional with 12 years of experience, Majak brings strategic financial expertise and a servant-leadership philosophy to PyStatR+ operations. He believes in keeping your head pointed toward the sun and your feet moving forward.
"Honesty, humility, and readiness to serve others."
📍 South Sudan
🎓 Undergraduate
Atong Akuien Gak
Head of Community Engagement
An Economics undergraduate passionate about economic development, with a keen interest in applying knowledge to real-world challenges. She is committed to advancing sustainable growth through community-centered initiatives.
"Industriousness, visionary, forward thinking, honesty, and kindness."
📍 South Sudan
🎓 Undergraduate
Akuien Dut Chengyol
Student Success Lead
A Civil Engineering undergraduate with strengths in structural analysis, surveying, and construction technology. He is committed to academic excellence and to creating opportunities that inspire others while contributing to national development.
"Discipline, responsibility, teamwork, and integrity."
Strategic Growth Timeline
Educational Foundation
- ✦ Build core platform
- ✦ Launch programs
- ✦ Build community
Content Expansion
- ✦ YouTube tutorials
- ✦ Free learning series
- ✦ Community resources
Platform Growth
- ✦ Advanced tutorials
- ✦ ML learning tracks
- ✦ Membership tiers
Regional Impact
- ✦ EA partnerships
- ✦ Pro pathways
- ✦ Community change
Integrity and Independence
PyStatR+ is an independent educational initiative and is not affiliated with the founder’s current employer. We maintain strict ethical boundaries and full transparency regarding our independence and educational methodology.
Public Sources Only
All curriculum is derived from public academic resources and original content.
Independent Operation
Independent operations, governance, and finances.
Transparent Methodology
Clear attribution, open practices, and honest communication.
Community-Focused Mission
Accessibility and educational empowerment above all else.
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PyStatR+ — Where Excellence Meets Empathy