This dynamic and diverse team includes three Canadians — each original students of Sydney Banks from Salt Spring Island — alongside educators from Germany and the UK, and fifteen passionate African 3P practitioners. Together, they lead programs in refugee camps, schools, youth initiatives, women’s groups, community outreach, orphanages, and alcohol recovery centers.
What sets the 3P in Africa team apart is its foundation: no marketing, minimal funding, and a deep commitment to preserving the spiritual purity of the Three Principles. The growing impact of this movement is a testament to the power of insight, the resilience of the African spirit, and the universal truth at the heart of Sydney Banks’ message.


Harry Derbitsky – Leader of 3P in Africa, President of ACT Training Inc., original student of Sydney Banks – Canada
Jim Beck – Teacher and Lead Educator of 3P in Africa (Uganda), original student of Sydney Banks – Canada
Mark Williams – Heartfelt Leader and Lead Educator of 3P in Africa (Kenya), original student of Sydney Banks – Canada
Shailia Stephens – International Coach, Lead Educator (Uganda & Kenya) and Funding Manager of 3P in Africa – Germany
Tayebwa Phillips – Manager of the Nakivale 3P Addiction and Mental Health Team, Nakivale Refugee Settlement – Southwestern Uganda
Byamukam Syliia – Missionary, Counselor, and 3P Educator in Kitgum – Northern Uganda
Bailia Gervin – Director and Educator at Success Roots School, Nakivale Refugee Settlement – Southwestern Uganda
Bishop Nashon Alouch – Bishop at Impact Lion of Judah Church, Founder of the Homa Bay Friendship Orphanage – Western Kenya
Martha Moraa – International 3P Coach, Caretaker, and Counselor at Homa Bay Friendship Orphanage – Western Kenya