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From Compassion to Lasting Change

A non-profit humanitarian organisation empowering children, youth and adults living with disabilities across Nigeria and beyond, through advocacy, healthcare, education, skills and community development.

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The Amaefule & Astudillo Empowerment Foundation team at a community gathering.
Our story

To give Aid. To build Hope. To Develop.

The Amaefule and Astudillo Empowerment Foundation (TAAE Foundation) is a non-profit humanitarian organisation dedicated to empowering children, youth and adults living with disabilities through advocacy, healthcare support, education, skills development, humanitarian aid and community empowerment initiatives.

The Foundation works to remove barriers that hinder inclusion and equal opportunities, while promoting dignity, accessibility, independence and social participation for persons living with disabilities.

Through strategic partnerships, outreach programs, healthcare interventions, educational support and sustainable development initiatives, we are transforming lives and building stronger communities across Nigeria and beyond.

11+Outreaches delivered
5+Communities reached
100%Volunteer-led

Mission & Vision

Our Mission

TAAE Foundation is committed to creating a society where people living with disabilities are empowered, valued, included and provided with equal opportunities to thrive.

Our mission is to improve the quality of life of children, youth and adults with disabilities through advocacy, accessibility support, healthcare interventions, education, skills development and sustainable empowerment programs.

We are dedicated to removing barriers that limit participation and independence while promoting dignity, self-worth and social inclusion. Through strategic partnerships, community engagement and humanitarian outreach, we provide mobility aids, healthcare support, educational assistance, food relief, vocational training and employment opportunities to vulnerable individuals and families.

Beyond disability support, we are committed to community development through medical outreaches, clean water access, infrastructure development, poverty alleviation, youth empowerment and emergency humanitarian assistance.

A TAAE Foundation educational outreach.

Our Vision

To become Africa's leading disability-focused humanitarian and empowerment organisation, building an inclusive society where every person living with a disability can reach their full potential without discrimination or limitation.

We envision a future where disability is not viewed as a barrier, but as a unique aspect of human diversity that deserves support, respect and equal opportunity.

We seek to create communities where people with disabilities have unrestricted access to quality healthcare, education, employment, housing, transportation, technology and social participation.

Through innovation, advocacy and sustainable development, we aspire to build a world where hope replaces limitation, inclusion replaces discrimination, and empowerment becomes the foundation for every life we touch.

A TAAE Foundation community outreach.
A TAAE Foundation outreach in the community.
What we live by

Our core values.

Compassion

We serve with empathy, kindness and genuine concern for humanity.

Inclusion

We believe every individual deserves equal opportunities regardless of disability or background.

Integrity

We uphold honesty, transparency, accountability and ethical leadership.

Empowerment

We equip individuals and communities with the tools to become self-reliant and successful.

Excellence

We pursue the highest standards in all our programs and services.

Collaboration

We believe lasting impact is achieved through strategic partnerships and teamwork.

Sustainability

We create long-term solutions that promote lasting social and economic growth.

Our leadership

Built by two. Driven by many.

Manna Onuma-Kalu

Manna Onuma-Kalu

Founder & President

Brenda Astudillo

Brenda Astudillo

Co-founder & Vice-President

Dr. Miracle C. Amaefule

Dr. Miracle C. Amaefule

Chief Executive Officer