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Nurturing Parenthood- A Personal Journey, A Global Mission
Megor Ikuenobe, a distinguished medical professional and early childhood development (ECD) specialist, is on a mission to provide every child in Africa with a promising start through comprehensive, data-driven interventions. With over a decade of expertise, she has led groundbreaking multi-sectoral ECD initiatives, focusing on underserved children and their mothers across Africa.
As the visionary founder of the Lead Oak Women and Children Foundation, Megor has been a relentless advocate for education, healthcare, and empowerment in rural communities. Her commitment to ECD extends to her brainchild, Omugwo Academy, a pioneering platform offering essential online resources, including courses, workshops, and guidance tailored for the African demographic, covering topics from parental education to neonatal care.
Megor's proficiency spans the entire spectrum of ECD, maternal, and child health, evident in her impactful contributions at both grassroots and international levels. She has played pivotal roles in shaping ECD policymaking, early learning curriculum, methodologies, and resources in Nigeria. Her dedication to dismantling stereotypes and introducing practical, locally rooted solutions to developmental challenges sets her apart.
Recognized as a 2017 Mandela Washington Fellow and acknowledged among the top 20 female leaders in Nigeria by the Swedish Embassy in 2019, Megor's influence in the ECD domain is significant. Firmly believing in the family's pivotal role in a child's development, Dr. Ikuenobe stands as a beacon for holistic child growth in the African context.
Dr. Megor IkuenobeFounder, Omugwo Academy