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Odihi is seeking to change the narrative for Black and Brown women.
A recent study from Business Insider shows that out of all the CEOs in Fortune 500 companies, 37 are female, but only 2 are Black females.
This startling statistic is our drive at Odihi as we work to address the lack of colour in top-level business positions to change the narrative for Black and Brown women worldwide.
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Through partnerships, our community of women will connect with industry experts, organizations, and companies that offer leadership training and mentorships to these women. From there, our mentors can relay their knowledge and hands-on experiences to help each woman establish a career path that aligns with their goals.
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Our Mission
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At Odihi, that looks like:​
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Provide BIPOC women and girls with educational resources, mental health support, and the guidance they need to succeed in life.
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Working together on the shared blueprint of the UN 17 Sustainability Development Goal, especially with goals 3, 4, 5, and 8).
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Leadership training and capacity building through our workshops, mentorships, and community programs.
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Employing students for summer jobs and securing apprenticeships and work placements to ensure Black and Brown women and girls can gain experience and insight into their field of interest.
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Helping BIPOC women and girls to build their network and connect them to various working environments that will help enhance their mindset, growth, self-belief, and more.
Our Objectives
To provide access to education, resources and training that equips BIWOC, marginalized women and girls with the tools to tap into their GREATNESS and become confident, self-motivated innovators and global change-makers.
Source: SDS United Nations
Our Vision
To educate, equip and empower Black, Indigenous, marginalized and Women of Colour by creating a platform that supports them to reach their full potential. ​
Our Purpose
To change the narrative and reclaim the unlimited potential for BIWOC women and girls nationally and globally.
EDUCATE . EQUIP . EMPOWER
We strive to support our women and girls in all life aspects, ensuring they have the best opportunities to thrive mentally in their educational paths, careers, professions, and businesses.
The Team
Efe is the founder and executive director of Odihi. She is a professional career and confidence coach, scientist, CEO, TEDx speaker, and author, dedicated to building confidence and unleashing the fullest potential in women. With an extensive background in female empowerment, her decade-long career expands over several industries, including science and biotechnology.
She holds a degree in Biomedical Science and Health Sciences from Oxford and a degree in Nursing/Midwifery and worked her way up from an entry-level position to earn her seat at the STEM table, a space held by too few Black women.
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Her career and confidence coachwork is guided by one simple fact: an empowered woman today is a leader tomorrow. Efe's clients have included people from all walks of life, from students to top executives. She equips and empowers her clients with the tools to succeed and thrive forward with greatness.
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She enjoys travelling, writing, outdoor activities, and hosting intimate dinners and game nights for friends and family in her spare time.
Board of Directors
Mobolaji Rahman
Co-Chair
Poonam Mahendru
Board Member
Mayowa Soyombo
Board Member
Adetola Tamunokubie
Board Member
Nancy Anderson
Board Member
Leadership Team
Vanessa Luk
Writer & Blogger
Tom Fruci
Chief Financial Officer & Team Lead
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Lauren Gilhooly
Funding & Grants Lead
Faye Dumbrigue
Website Manager
Navneet Kaur
Social Media Manager
Deborah Ojo
Community Outreach Lead
