Empowering Women, Youth & Communities for a Sustainable Africa
We empower marginalized communities through education, health, women’s empowerment, youth development, and environmental sustainability
Who We Are
Founded in 2011 and formerly known as AWECI Foundation, Fill the Gap Africa is a community-driven non-profit organization committed to bridging social, economic, and environmental gaps across Africa.
We work directly with communities to create practical, sustainable solutions that restore dignity, opportunity, and hope.
WHAT WE DO
Women’s Economic Empowerment
We equip women with financial literacy, vocational skills, leadership opportunities, and access to economic resources—enabling them to build sustainable livelihoods and stronger families.
Youth Empowerment & Skills Development
We train young people in entrepreneurship, innovation, and practical life skills to promote self-reliance, creativity, and long-term economic independence.
Education for Remote Communities
We reduce educational inequality by building schools, providing learning materials, scholarships, and teacher support for children in underserved and remote areas.
Our Mission & Vision/ Values
Mission: To bridge critical gaps in development by empowering communities, advancing gender equality, fostering sustainable development, innovative solutions that transform lives, and inspiring collective action that drives lasting impact across Ghana and beyond.
Vision: Create a world in which every individual and community is empowered to overcome social, economic, and environmental barriers, a continent of equality, inclusive opportunities, and sustainable growth, using women and youth.
Transparency & Stewardship
We treat every donation, whether it’s a single coin in a collection jar or a seven-figure grant, with the same rigorous care. Detailed impact reports, quarterly independent audits, and real-time project dashboards allow supporters to trace each dollar from receipt to result.
By publishing success metrics and setbacks side by side, we create an environment for honest dialogue, prompt course corrections, and deeper trust among our team, partners, and the communities we serve.
Inclusive Collaboration
Sustainable change only happens when those most affected help design the solution. Before launching any program we convene listening circles, translate materials into local languages, and invite community leaders, youth advocates, and elders to co-create project goals.
We also forge cross-sector partnerships, pairing NGOs with small businesses, universities, and faith groups, because diverse expertise sparks innovation and ensures that our programs respect cultural context while scaling effectively. .
Lifelong Service
Charity is not a single event; it’s a lifelong rhythm of empathy in action. We nurture that rhythm through mentorship pipelines and hands-on training that equip volunteers to grow from one-time helpers into seasoned servant-leaders. Workshops on trauma-informed care and systemic advocacy empower people to address root causes, not just symptoms.
By celebrating service milestones and providing ongoing educational resources, we foster a global network committed to transforming compassion into enduring, generational impact.
HAPPINESS
MATTERS
Dr. Vida Akekodaga
Founder & Board Chair
Social Entrepreneur, Development Practitioner, Teacher, and Gender Advocate.
Doctor, Vida K.A. is the General Manager of Quantum Medical Centre and the Executive Director of Fill the Gap Africa, with over 20 years of experience, where she leads innovative initiatives that empower women, transform underserved communities, and promote healthcare equity. A visionary leader, she is deeply committed to building and managing successful businesses and a society where every individual, regardless of gender, status, or background, has access to quality healthcare, education, and sustainable economic opportunities.
Her extraordinary journey spans the public, private, and non-profit sectors, where she has consistently delivered transformative results through strategic leadership, grassroots mobilization, and evidence-based social innovation.