The Founders

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.

PETER WIIG AND MERCY WIIG Founders & Director

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 & Programme 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!

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

Manager Operations

I enjoy serving young people by preparing them to become future leaders and equipping them to contribute to the society.

LAXMI NARAYANA YATTA

Outreach Coordinator

I am passionate to empower young children through Shining Stars Centres.