Our Mission

Empower the next generation of technologists of African descent.

Who We Are

A community of professionals with a deep passion for technology and an unwavering commitment to developing our communities through the power of tech.

What We Value

Challenging the status quo, leveraging technology for social good, and driving impactful, lasting change in our communities.

Governance

Board of Directors.

Our board provides strategic oversight, fiduciary accountability, and the direction that keeps our mission sharp and our programs growing.

Kwabena Abankwa
Kwabena Abankwa
Interim Chair & Co-Founder

Google
New York, NY

Henrietta Koomson
Henrietta Koomson
Strategy, AIT Ghana

OpenAI
San Francisco, CA

Pierina Demorizi
Pierina Demorizi
Governance

Urban Pathways
New York, NY

Tolu Adesina
Tolu Adesina
Marketing & Partnerships

Marsh
New York, NY

The Team

Our team.

Staff and key contributors who drive day-to-day operations, programming, and scholar success — united by a common mission.

Wendy Tetteh
Wendy Tetteh
Program Manager

Accra, Ghana

Imelda Opokua Badoe
Imelda Opokua Badoe
Program Manager

Accra, Ghana

Rita Naa Kordey Clottey
Rita Naa Kordey Clottey
Program Manager

Accra, Ghana

Abigail Adjei
Abigail Adjei
Comptroller — Volunteer

Chicago, IL