A Movement
For Change
We believe that no girl should miss school because of her period. We are restoring dignity through education and empowerment.
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YEARS OF SERVICE
REGIONS ACTIVE
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GIRLS EDUCATED
Our Mission
To dismantle period poverty and restore dignity through menstrual health education, sustainable product distribution, and community-led empowerment.
Our Vision
A world where no girl misses school because of her period, and every young person can reach their full potential free from menstrual stigma.
Our Genesis
NeedBe Foundation was founded in November 2014 by Samuel Dzomeku. What began as a passionate Volta initiative has grown into a nationwide movement for menstrual dignity.
In 2018, we launched our first project in Adaklu Waya, reaching 166 girls. We realized then that the majority didn't know how to calculate their cycles or why they had menses.
Our Journey
From a small village initiative to a nationwide movement.
The Foundation
NeedBe Foundation was established on November 4, 2014 with a vision to transform menstrual health in Ghana.
First Workshop
Launched our first menstrual health project in Adaklu Waya, reaching 166 girls and discovering critical education gaps.
Greater Accra
Expanded operations to Ga East, reaching 800 girls and establishing our first regional partnerships.
Expansion
Growth in Central and Northern Ghana with strategic partners, scaling our impact across multiple regions.
Nationwide
Empowering thousands of girls across Ghana with dignity, education, and sustainable period solutions.
Beyond the Surface.
Pedagogical Excellence
Our curriculum isn't just about biology; it's about cultural reclamation. We utilize evidence-based tools to debunk generational myths and install a permanent culture of dignity.
Operational Integrity
Transparency is our bedrock. Every pad distributed and every classroom session conducted is documented and verified to ensure your support creates measurable, lasting change.
GIRL CENTERED
Every program we design prioritizes the dignity, health, and empowerment of girls. We measure our success directly by the positive transformation we witness in their daily lives and educational journeys.
COMMUNITY LED
Sustainable change requires local ownership. We collaborate deeply with communities, schools, and local leaders, ensuring our initiatives are shaped by and for the people we serve.
HOLISTIC HEALTH
We go beyond mere product distribution. By combining extensive education, reusable sanitary solutions, and ongoing emotional support, we address the complete spectrum of menstrual health needs.
UN 2030 Agenda
We align our local outreach directly with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
By addressing period poverty at its roots, we actively contribute to global milestones in healthcare equity, educational access, and gender parity by the 2030 target.
Good Health & Well-being
Restoring physical health and menstrual dignity through safe, hygienic menstrual management education.
Quality Education
Eliminating absenteeism by providing girls with reliable sanitary pads, ensuring uninterrupted school attendance.
Gender Equality
Empowering girls to break societal taboos, and engaging boys to foster an inclusive community support network.
Clean Water & Sanitation
Promoting hygiene standards, clean menstrual waste disposal, and safe sanitation practices in rural schools.
Responsible Consumption
Transitioning communities from single-use plastics to 'Obaa Pads'—locally manufactured, reusable sanitary solutions.
People Behind The Impact
Our dedicated team works tirelessly to ensure no girl is left behind.
SamuelDzomeku
Executive DirectorSamuel Dzomeku
Executive DirectorCo-founder and leader of NeedBe Foundation, Samuel leads the mission with extraordinary vision and operational tenacity in Ghana.
Isaac OfosuAppiah
Lead for FinanceIsaac Ofosu Appiah
Lead for FinanceIsaac manages the financial sustainability of our programs, ensuring efficient resource allocation and transparency.
JenniferSowah
Board MemberJennifer Sowah
Board MemberJennifer provides strategic governance and direction to the Foundation, ensuring long-term impact for girls.
PatienceAttiana
Board MemberPatience Attiana
Board MemberPatience Attiana provides strategic oversight and governance leadership, guiding the Foundation's long-term vision and impact trajectory.
Our Impact Leads
Meet the specialists driving our evidence, sustainability, and educational excellence.
EmeraldBotchway
Research & Impact Data LeadEmerald Botchway
Research & Impact Data LeadEmerald Botchway leads our evidence and accountability systems. She designs and manages our research and monitoring frameworks, ensuring every NeedBe program is measurable, transparent, and continuously improving.
EnochAnsley
Grants & Financial Sustainability LeadEnoch Ansley
Grants & Financial Sustainability LeadEnoch Ansley ensures NeedBe’s long-term financial sustainability. He manages relationships with institutional donors, grant partners, and funding bodies while overseeing the responsible allocation of internal funds.
MaryAdjei
Corporate Partnerships & Outreach LeadMary Adjei
Corporate Partnerships & Outreach LeadMary Adjei builds the partnerships that scale our mission. She develops strategic alliances with local and international companies to expand access to menstrual health products and education.
PatienceFolivi
Product Innovation & Pad Development LeadPatience Folivi
Product Innovation & Pad Development LeadPatience Folivi leads the design, testing, and quality assurance of the Obaa reusable pad. She supervises our artisan sewing centres and ensures every product meets our absorbency, safety, and durability standards.
BenedictaGadosey
Education & Content Development LeadBenedicta Gadosey
Education & Content Development LeadBenedicta Gadosey transforms complex menstrual health information into engaging, culturally relevant education. She leads the development of NeedBe’s Break the Silence curriculum and training materials.
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