Governance & Leadership

Strong governance ensures accountability, transparency, and effective stewardship of resources to maximize our impact in Nigerian communities.

Accountability

We maintain clear responsibility structures and regular performance reviews

Transparency

All decisions and financial matters are reported openly to stakeholders

Integrity

We uphold the highest ethical standards in all our operations

Board of Directors

Our board consists of experienced professionals committed to our mission and values.

Dr. Adebayo Johnson - Chairman of the Board

Dr. Adebayo Johnson

Chairman of the Board

Former Director of Social Services, Lagos State Government. 25+ years in nonprofit governance.

Credentials:

PhD Public Administration
Certified Nonprofit Executive
Board Leadership Certificate
Mrs. Funmi Adebayo - Vice Chairperson

Mrs. Funmi Adebayo

Vice Chairperson

Senior Partner at a leading accounting firm. Expert in nonprofit financial management and compliance.

Credentials:

CPA, FCCA
Nonprofit Finance Specialist
20+ years audit experience
Dr. Emmanuel Okafor - Secretary

Dr. Emmanuel Okafor

Secretary

Pediatrician and child welfare advocate. Leads healthcare initiatives for vulnerable children.

Credentials:

MD Pediatrics
Child Welfare Certification
Healthcare Policy Advisor
Rev. Grace Oduya - Treasurer

Rev. Grace Oduya

Treasurer

Community leader and microfinance expert. Specializes in widow empowerment and financial literacy.

Credentials:

MBA Finance
Microfinance Specialist
Community Development Expert
Prof. Samuel Kalu - Member

Prof. Samuel Kalu

Member

Education researcher and former university administrator. Champions educational access for orphans.

Credentials:

PhD Education
UNESCO Consultant
Educational Policy Expert
Mrs. Blessing Uche - Member

Mrs. Blessing Uche

Member

Legal practitioner specializing in nonprofit law and children's rights advocacy.

Credentials:

LLB, BL
Children's Rights Advocate
Nonprofit Law Specialist

Organizational Structure

Board of Directors

Strategic oversight, policy setting, and accountability

Executive Director

Daily operations, program implementation, and staff management

Program Operations

Direct service delivery and beneficiary support

Finance & Administration

Financial management and organizational support

Outreach & Partnerships

Community engagement and stakeholder relations

Volunteers & Field Staff

Direct beneficiary interaction and community-level program delivery

Policies & Procedures

Our comprehensive policies ensure ethical operations and protect all stakeholders.

Code of Conduct

Ethical standards and behavioral expectations for all team members and volunteers

Conflict of Interest Policy

Guidelines for identifying and managing potential conflicts of interest

Financial Management Policy

Procedures for budget management, expense approval, and financial oversight

Whistleblower Protection

Safe channels for reporting misconduct or policy violations

Child Protection Policy

Comprehensive safeguarding measures for all children in our programs

Document Retention Policy

Standards for maintaining and disposing of organizational records

Request access to our complete policy documentation

Request Policy Documents

Accountability Measures

Internal Controls

Quarterly board meetings with detailed reporting
Annual independent financial audits
Monthly program performance reviews
Donor feedback and satisfaction surveys
Regular compliance assessments

External Oversight

CAC regulatory compliance and reporting
Third-party program evaluations
External auditor recommendations
Peer organization reviews
Community feedback mechanisms

Governance Questions?

We welcome questions about our governance structure, policies, or board operations. Transparency is fundamental to our mission.