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Creating Pathways For Inclusion Across Africa

Disability Focus Africana was established with a clear purpose: to help build a society where persons living with disabilities can participate fully, live independently, and access opportunities without barriers.

Across many communities, people living with disabilities continue to experience limitations in education, healthcare access, economic participation, and social inclusion. Disability Focus Africana was founded to help address these challenges through structured programs, advocacy, and community-driven solutions.

As an emerging organization, we are intentionally laying a strong operational and governance foundation that allows our impact to be sustainable, scalable, and measurable across Africa.

Our work is built around people, partnership, and long-term transformation.
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Our Vision

To build an inclusive global society where persons living with disabilities live with dignity, enjoy equal rights, and have unrestricted access to opportunities.

Our Mission

To advance the rights, dignity, and opportunities of persons living with disabilities across Africa through inclusive initiatives and empowerment programs that create awareness, improve accessibility, strengthen support systems, foster independence, and drive systemic change for full societal integration.

Our Vision

To build an inclusive global society where persons living with disabilities live with dignity, enjoy equal rights, and have unrestricted access to opportunities.

Our Mission

To advance the rights, dignity, and opportunities of persons living with disabilities across Africa through inclusive initiatives and empowerment programs that create awareness, improve accessibility, strengthen support systems, foster independence, and drive systemic change for full societal integration.

Core Values

The Principles That Guide Our Impact

Inclusion

Ensuring equal participation, representation, and access to opportunities for all.

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Dignity & Respect

Recognising and protecting the inherent value and rights of every individual.

02

Empowerment

Creating opportunities that promote independence, growth, and determination.

03

Accountability

Operating with transparency, integrity, responsibility, and measurable outcomes.

04

Collaboration

Building partnerships and collective action to strengthen long-term impact.

05

Innovation

Developing forward-thinking solutions that respond to evolving social challenges.

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Our Team

Our Team Driving Change with Compassion

Dr. Elizabeth Arogundade

President/Founder

Beatrice Ijiyemi

Executive Vice President

Mr Ayodele Arogundade

Vice President

Dr. Gbemisola Daramola

Board Member

Abosede Dere-Adelaja

Board Member

Our Expert Team

People Behind our Mission

Our team brings together passionate professionals, volunteers, and leaders who work tirelessly to drive positive social change & create lasting impact in communities.

President/Founder

Dr. Elizabeth Arogundade

Executive Vice President

Beatrice Ijiyemi

Vice President

Mr Ayodele Arogundade

Board Member

Dr. Gbemisola Daramola

Board Member

Abosede Dere-Adelaja

Frequently Asked Questions

Helping you Understand Our Work Better

We’ve gathered answers to the questions we hear most, making it easy for you to learn about our work, values, and the impact we create together.

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Yes, we welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. Training and guidance are provided to ensure everyone can contribute meaningfully.

Yes, we welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. Training and guidance are provided to ensure everyone can contribute meaningfully.

Yes, we welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. Training and guidance are provided to ensure everyone can contribute meaningfully.

Yes, we welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. Training and guidance are provided to ensure everyone can contribute meaningfully.

Yes, we welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. Training and guidance are provided to ensure everyone can contribute meaningfully.

Yes, we welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. Training and guidance are provided to ensure everyone can contribute meaningfully.

Yes, we welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. Training and guidance are provided to ensure everyone can contribute meaningfully.

Yes, we welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. Training and guidance are provided to ensure everyone can contribute meaningfully.

Promoting inclusion, protecting rights, and creating opportunities for persons with disabilities across Africa. Join us in making lasting change.

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Our Location

14031 Explorers Ave, New Orleans, LA 70129, United States

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    Email Address

    info@disabilityfocusafricana.org

    Phone Number

    +1 (717) 318-8556
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    Dr. Elizabeth Arogundade

    President/Founder Neurologist and Neuro-Ophthalmologist

    Dr. Elizabeth Arogundade is the Founder and President of Disability Focus Africana and a distinguished Neurologist and Neuro-Ophthalmologist based in New Orleans, Louisiana.

    With a wealth of experience as a Veteran Disability Medical Examiner, Dr. Arogundade has devoted her career to championing the needs of individuals and families affected by disability. She is a trusted voice for parents raising children with disabilities, a compelling motivational speaker, and a dedicated coach whose work is rooted in compassion, advocacy, and empowerment.

    Dr. Arogundade’s mission is simple yet powerful to ensure that people living with disabilities are seen, supported, and equipped to thrive.

    Beatrice Ijiyemi

    Executive Vice President Nurse Practitioner | Palliative Care Specialist | Healthcare Advocate

    Beatrice Ijiyemi is an experienced healthcare professional and Nurse Practitioner specializing in palliative medicine and patient-centered care. She currently serves at WellSpan York Hospital in Pennsylvania, United States, where she provides compassionate, evidence-based care to patients with complex and chronic health conditions.

    With extensive clinical experience and a strong commitment to improving patient outcomes, Beatrice has dedicated her career to enhancing quality of life through holistic healthcare delivery, symptom management, and supportive care services. Her work focuses on ensuring that patients and their families receive comprehensive medical, emotional, and psychosocial support throughout their healthcare journey.

    Beatrice is passionate about healthcare equity, community wellness, and advocacy for vulnerable populations. Her professional approach combines clinical excellence with empathy, fostering dignity, respect, and improved health outcomes for those under her care.

    As a healthcare leader, she contributes valuable expertise in nursing practice, patient advocacy, interdisciplinary collaboration, and healthcare education. Her commitment to service and compassionate care aligns with organizations dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and communities through accessible and inclusive healthcare.

    Mr Ayodele Arogundade

    Vice President | CEO, Kingsdale Properties Limited & Sabini Homes

    Ayodele Arogundade is a seasoned business executive, real estate developer, and corporate leader with over 23 years of experience in real estate development, property management, and strategic business leadership. He is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Kingsdale Properties Limited and Sabini Homes, organizations recognized for delivering innovative and sustainable real estate solutions.

    Prior to entrepreneurship, he built an extensive corporate career with multinational organizations including Shell Petroleum Development Company, KBR, SGS, and The Coca-Cola Company.

    As a Vice President of Disability Focus Africana, Ayodele provides strategic oversight, governance expertise, and leadership support, helping to advance the organization’s vision of promoting inclusion, accessibility, and equal opportunities for persons with disabilities across Africa.

    Dr. Gbemisola Adebola Daramola

    Board Member | Public Health Specialist | Medical Doctor | Governance Leader

    Dr. Gbemisola Adebola Daramola is a distinguished public health specialist, medical doctor, and healthcare governance professional with over 18 years of experience in clinical practice, health policy, and healthcare management. She serves as the Principal Medical Officer at the University Health Service, University of Ibadan, where she provides strategic leadership for healthcare delivery and quality assurance initiatives serving over 50,000 students and staff.

    A passionate advocate for inclusive healthcare and social development, Dr. Daramola has led numerous community health interventions, women’s health initiatives, and public health awareness programs impacting thousands of beneficiaries annually. Her expertise in governance, policy development, financial stewardship, and stakeholder engagement strengthens Disability Focus Africana’s mission of advancing health equity and disability inclusion across Africa.

    Abosede Dere-Adelaja

    Board Member | Author | International Speaker | Engineer | Psychologist

    Pastor Abosede Dere-Adelaja is an accomplished author, international conference speaker, psychologist, engineer, and humanitarian leader committed to empowering individuals and transforming communities. As the author of more than twenty books, she has inspired audiences globally through her work in leadership, personal development, family life, and social transformation.

    Her extensive humanitarian and ministry experience includes providing support and oversight to rehabilitation centers, orphanages, and community development initiatives. Through her advocacy and service, she champions inclusion, dignity, and opportunities for vulnerable populations. As a Board Member of Disability Focus Africana, she contributes valuable expertise in human development, leadership, advocacy, and community empowerment.