The Mariam Adeola Gbadebo (MAG) Foundation

Mariam is a broadcaster, conference host, workshop facilitator and public speaker with a track record of eight years with unwavering passion for leveraging media and communication to drive social change and development. As the Founding Executive Director of the MAG Foundation, Mariam wields a master's degree in communication and language arts, specialising in broadcasting and journalism, as well as an eCertificate in Gender and Intersectionality from the University of Iceland. She is also an esteemed alumna of the African Centre for Leadership, Strategy, and Development and a YouthRise Nigeria Fellow. PART A. BACKGROUND OF THE ORGANISATION A1. OUR MISSION To promote good health, gender equality, and environmental sustainability across Africa. A2. OUR VISION An African society that is healthy, empowered and equitable for all. A3. OUR GOAL To advance a healthier, more equitable, and sustainable Africa by promoting good health, gender equality, and environmental stewardship. A4. OUR OBJECTIVES a. To promote good health and improve public health outcomes in Africa. b. To promote gender equality in Africa. c. To promote environmental sustainability in Africa. A5. The Mariam Adeola Gbadebo (MAG) Foundation BACKGROUND The Mariam Adeola Gbadebo (MAG) Foundation - (The Mariam Adeola Gbadebo (MAG) Foundation) is a nonprofit, nongovernmental organisation established in 2023 to foster transformative change by promoting good health, gender equality, and environmental sustainability in Africa. (See www.themagfoundation.org). The foundation was formally registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission on July 17, 2023, with registration number CAC/IT/No. 7057396. The Mariam Adeola Gbadebo (MAG) Foundation is dedicated to fostering an African society that is healthy, empowered, and equitable for all through initiatives that prioritise good health, gender equality, and environmental sustainability. Our work is committed to creating lasting, positive change across communities facing health and development challenges that hinder progress and stability. Our approach integrates initiatives aimed at enhancing public health, empowering women economically, and advancing ecological sustainability to uplift families and communities and contribute to the well-being and prosperity of individuals across the continent. The Mariam Adeola Gbadebo (MAG) Foundation is committed to driving impactful, lasting change through a holistic and multisectoral approach to health, gender equality, and environmental sustainability. Our work is rooted in a belief that public health, economic inclusion, and environmental stewardship are deeply interconnected. Addressing these areas collectively, we are working toward a future where all Africans have the resources, opportunities, and environments they need to thrive. We view gender equality as a fundamental right and an essential driver of health, education, and community development. Economic empowerment, particularly for women, is central to reducing poverty and improving health outcomes, positively affecting families, communities, and entire nations. In addition, we are committed to environmental sustainability and ecological responsibility, raising awareness around sustainable practices that promote environmental health. At The Mariam Adeola Gbadebo (MAG) Foundation, we aim to build a healthier, more resilient African environment and ensure that development aligns with sustainability principles, fostering a continent where every individual can lead a healthy, productive life.