Our Team

The people behind OpenKids Africa, and the volunteers who deliver our tech lessons in rural schools.

  • Regina Nkenchor

    Regina Nkenchor

    Founder & Executive Director OpenKids Africa

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    I founded OpenKids Africa to help bridge the digital skills gap across Africa by giving children in underserved communities early exposure to technology, equipping them with the skills and awareness to explore future opportunities, while encouraging more girls to see themselves in technology.

    My vision is to ensure that all children have equal rights to quality education and exposure to digital skills, regardless of their gender, race, or location.

    Early exposure to digital skills empowers children to make informed career choices, paving the way for them to become future leaders in technology, business, or even in the field of medicine.

  • Adebola Temitayo Ogunyemi

    Adebola Temitayo Ogunyemi

    Early Child Educator & Program Coordinator

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    With a background in Computer Science and a Postgraduate degree in Early Childhood and Educational Foundation, I am passionate about fostering digital literacy in children.

    Having joined OpenKids Africa in 2020 as an Early Childhood Educator, my focus extends to reaching schools in low-tech and rural communities. I am committed to bridging the digital gap and firmly believe in nurturing the innovative potential of today's children.

    As part of OpenKids Africa, I take pride in igniting children's interest in technology, especially among girls, and aspire to contribute to the organization's future impact, connecting more children to a digital future.

  • Anita Ihuman

    Anita Ihuman

    Program Coordinator

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    As a program coordinator at Openkids Africa, I am in charge of managing programs and ensuring that each project coincides with our organizational goals and delivers exceptional results. I am enthusiastic about topics that strongly resonate with values promoting growth, inclusivity, and sustainability, all of which contribute to shaping the future of technology.

    I am passionate about empowering the next generation of technologists through mentorships and onboarding.

    With a background in technology and open source, I am uniquely positioned to educate children on technology and how it can translate to their career choices. In my role as a program manager, I can play a part in introducing children to a digital future, particularly those from marginalized groups.

Volunteer

Join Us as an OpenKids Africa Educational Champion!

OpenKids Africa Education Champions are passionate volunteers dedicated to delivering tech lessons to children in rural schools using our combined free digital resources.

Our free digital educational resources are designed for use by everyone, so you don't need any specialist knowledge to be able to deliver the tech lessons to students. However, some of our partners may require that you first register as a STEM Ambassador before delivering any content to students (this is a free process and a requirement for all our volunteers). Registering as a STEM Ambassador provides you with:

Benefits of Registering as a STEM Ambassador

  • A free DBS check

  • An induction to working with young people

  • Access to a variety of STEM resources

  • Access to a community of like-minded STEM volunteers

In addition, our champions will receive one-on-one mentoring from our team of educationists and our partners. It's an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and communities.

Become a champion

Get in touch with us

We are constantly seeking volunteers, including teachers and technology enthusiasts. Please contact us below, and we will get back to you

Partner with us

At OpenKids Africa, we believe in the power of collaboration and partnership to make a lasting impact on the lives of African children. By partnering with us, you can contribute to the growth and development of young minds in underserved communities, empowering them with essential digital skills for a brighter future.