Faith Onyemaechi
Media and Marketing Intern
I am Faith Onyemaechi, a Media and Marketing Intern at WAAW Foundation. I am deeply passionate about creating a positive impact in the community and thrilled to be part of
Grace Ani
Partnership and Fundraising Associate
As a Media and Marketing Intern, Grace Ani plays a role in crafting compelling content, managing our marketing and communications contents, and developing strategic communication initiatives that amplify the organization’s
Kerry Mang’era
Partnership and Fundraising Associate
I’m a Partnerships and Fundraising Associate at WAAW Foundation, where I’m passionate about connecting with people and organizations who believe in empowering young African women in STEM. My role involves
Jessica Austine
Partnerships and Fundraising Intern
Jessica Austine is a dynamic advocate for female empowerment and STEM education. A graduate of Chemical Engineering, she is passionate about creating opportunities for women and girls in underrepresented communities.
Allen Abu
Media and Marketing Manager
Allen is a communications, media, and marketing professional with years of experience in crafting impactful strategies that drive engagement and amplify organizational goals. With a strong background in advocacy, storytelling,
Wuraola Kayode
Program Manager
Wuraola Kayode is a skilled project manager and consultant with over seven years of experience in program management, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement. She is passionate about sustainable solutions in
Timi Onafeso
Executive Director
Timi Onafeso is a STEM Enthusiast, a public health and social innovation professional with 12+ years of experience working on education, nonprofit management, youth development, and health programs across West
Wuraola Kayode
Program Manager
Wuraola Kayode is a skilled project manager and consultant with over seven years of experience in program management, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement. She is passionate about sustainable solutions in
Allen Abu
Media and Marketing Manager
Allen is a communications, media, and marketing professional with years of experience in crafting impactful strategies that drive engagement and amplify organizational goals. With a strong background in advocacy, storytelling,
Jessica Austine
Partnerships and Fundraising Intern
Jessica Austine is a dynamic advocate for female empowerment and STEM education. A graduate of Chemical Engineering, she is passionate about creating opportunities for women and girls in underrepresented communities.
Kerry Mang’era
Partnership and Fundraising Associate
I’m a Partnerships and Fundraising Associate at WAAW Foundation, where I’m passionate about connecting with people and organizations who believe in empowering young African women in STEM. My role involves
Grace Ani
Partnership and Fundraising Associate
As a Media and Marketing Intern, Grace Ani plays a role in crafting compelling content, managing our marketing and communications contents, and developing strategic communication initiatives that amplify the organization’s
Faith Onyemaechi
Media and Marketing Intern
I am Faith Onyemaechi, a Media and Marketing Intern at WAAW Foundation. I am deeply passionate about creating a positive impact in the community and thrilled to be part of
Unoma Ndili O. Ph.D.
President & Founder
Dr. Okorafor is the founder and Chief Executive of the WAAW Foundation. Born in Nigeria, she received her undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Lagos in 1998.
Ebele Agu
Vice President
Ebele is a School Administrator (Dean of Instruction) in the Grand Prairie school district in Texas and the Vice President of the WAAW Foundation.
Cheryl A. Swanier Ph.D
Board Member
Dr. Cheryl A. Swanier is a Senior Teaching Faculty at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.
She was the former Department Chair of Mathematics and Computer Science at Claflin
University, where she was
Lindi Thabede
Board Member
Lindi Thabede has over 20 years of business and sales experience currently working for Thermofisher Scientific, a world leader in serving science as a District Manager for the Biosciences Division
Ruth Aisabokhae Ph.D.
Board Member
Ruth Aisabokhae, Ph.D. in Applied Economics, is a Senior Manager within Microsoft. She has extensive program management experience in North America, Africa, Europe, and Asia.
Toyosi Odukoya
Board Member
Toyosi is an experienced Strategy, Innovation, Analytics & Digital Transformation Business Leader, with expertise in applying insights & analytics in ensuring an organization’s competitive advantage and vision are fully harnessed
Daniel Sattizahn
Board Member
Daniel Sattizahn is currently employed at Collin College in Plano, Texas, where he serves as the Director of the Honors Institute and is a Professor of Economics, primarily focusing on
Felecia Wheatfall Ph.D
Board Member
Dr. Felecia Wheatfall is a multidisciplinary professional with 13+ years of experience driving new levels of business success and greater community reform...
Lucy Ikpesu
Board Member
Lucy Ikpesu-Ewhubare currently serves as an Assistant Investment Engineer at National Gas Transmission in the United Kingdom where she is responsible for supporting in managing critical gas network infrastructure projects,
Unoma Ndili O. Ph.D.
President & Founder
Dr. Okorafor is the founder and Chief Executive of the WAAW Foundation. Born in Nigeria, she received her undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Lagos in 1998.
Ebele Agu
Vice President
Ebele is a School Administrator (Dean of Instruction) in the Grand Prairie school district in Texas and the Vice President of the WAAW Foundation.
Cheryl A. Swanier Ph.D
Board Member
Dr. Cheryl A. Swanier is a Senior Teaching Faculty at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.
She was the former Department Chair of Mathematics and Computer Science at Claflin
University, where she was
Lindi Thabede
Board Member
Lindi Thabede has over 20 years of business and sales experience currently working for Thermofisher Scientific, a world leader in serving science as a District Manager for the Biosciences Division
Ruth Aisabokhae Ph.D.
Board Member
Ruth Aisabokhae, Ph.D. in Applied Economics, is a Senior Manager within Microsoft. She has extensive program management experience in North America, Africa, Europe, and Asia.
Toyosi Odukoya
Board Member
Toyosi is an experienced Strategy, Innovation, Analytics & Digital Transformation Business Leader, with expertise in applying insights & analytics in ensuring an organization’s competitive advantage and vision are fully harnessed
Daniel Sattizahn
Board Member
Daniel Sattizahn is currently employed at Collin College in Plano, Texas, where he serves as the Director of the Honors Institute and is a Professor of Economics, primarily focusing on
Felecia Wheatfall Ph.D
Board Member
Dr. Felecia Wheatfall is a multidisciplinary professional with 13+ years of experience driving new levels of business success and greater community reform...
Lucy Ikpesu
Board Member
Lucy Ikpesu-Ewhubare currently serves as an Assistant Investment Engineer at National Gas Transmission in the United Kingdom where she is responsible for supporting in managing critical gas network infrastructure projects,