Next Step was born out of the need to generate new transformative and disruptive models, beyond conventional ecclesiastical paradigms.
Next Step Ministries es una organización internacional que nace de la convicción de que el Evangelio de Jesús es mucho más que palabras: es amor hecho acción, hospitalidad que abre puertas y transformación que impacta comunidades enteras.
With a combined century of experience in business and ministry, Wolfgang and Vivien lead initiatives that bridge economic success with spiritual transformation. Wolfgang is a seasoned mission leader and “futurecaster” who has worked in over 80 nations, specializing in conflict resolution, refugee support, and the development of redemptive enterprises across the Americas. Vivien, an entrepreneur born in Taiwan and raised in a business-centric family, brings a deep background in international expansion (Singapore, Beijing, U.S.) and venture capital. Together, they mentor global leaders and invest in high-impact initiatives like LivFul and Aoro, focusing on job creation, holistic human development, and empowering local leaders to thrive in their homelands.
Fundada por Wolfgang D. Fernández después de más de 40 años de experiencia en misiones alrededor del mundo, Next Step se ha convertido en una red global de líderes, emprendedores sociales y comunidades que trabajan unidos para llevar esperanza donde más se necesita.
No creemos en estructuras rígidas ni en religiones que excluyen. Creemos en personas que caminan juntas, en mesas donde todos son bienvenidos, en proyectos que generan vida y dignidad, y en una fe que se expresa en justicia, reconciliación y servicio.
Facilitate spaces for integral transformation where faith, social entrepreneurship, and community come together to restore lives, inspire leaders, and generate sustainable solutions.
See communities transformed through love of God and neighbor by restoring dignity, creating opportunity, and strengthening local economies.

Convenes and accompanies a growing network of partner organizations across Latin America — each rooted in vulnerable urban communities and each engaged in long-term work with children, youth, and families.

A global discipleship movement that mobilizes and equips Gen Z youth to mentor vulnerable children in their own communities. Developed in Cambodia roughly two decades ago, it has grown into a movement active in 33 countries, with a documented reach of more than 88,000 children and young people.