The Founders
PETER WIIG AND MERCY WIIG
Founders, Shining Stars Centres for Youth Development
Peter and Mercy founded Shining Stars in Hyderabad, Telangana, on March 5th of 1996. They have three sons. Josiah (married to Simona), Stephen and Caleb.
Peter directs the organization and Mercy helps in various ways, mostly connected with mentoring children & women and curriculum development.
Our Admin Team
PREMDAS PONAGANTI
Director
To develop the young leaders, so that they may grow in every area of their lives (holistically), and to give back to Shining Stars in the future.
DEVA KRUPAKAR
Finance Manager
God had a plan through developing the many talents and leadership abilities that Shining Stars had nurtured in me years ago . . . I’m so thankful!
ABHILASHA RACHEL JOHNSON
Admin Assistant
I am involved in teaching the young generation in which I’m a part of the vision: “No child left behind from being happy, valued and whole, so that they can learn, grow and become the leaders of tomorrow.”
Our Ministry Team
ISAAC BOMMASANI
Director of ministry
I enjoy serving young people by preparing them to become future leaders and equipping them to contribute to the society.
Nehemiah Jakkula
IT & Training Coordinator
God had a plan through developing the many talents and leadership abilities that Shining Stars had nurtured in me years ago . . .I’m so thankful!
LAXMI NARAYANA YATTA
Outreach Coordinator
I am passionate to empower young children through Shining Stars Centres.