Aisha Addo
About Aisha Addo
Aisha Addo is the Founder and Director of Programs at My Power App and the Power to Girls Foundation, where she focuses on empowering young girls through mentorship and leadership initiatives. She has a background in social innovation and community development, and she advocates for gender equality and sustainable development goals.
Work at Power to Girls Foundation
Aisha Addo serves as the Founder and Director of Programs at Power to Girls Foundation, a position she has held since 2013. The foundation aims to provide mentorship and role models for young girls, addressing the gaps in support that Aisha experienced during her own youth. Under her leadership, the organization has developed various community programs and workshops in both Toronto and Ghana, focusing on personal development, entrepreneurship, and gender equality.
Current Role at My Power App
Since 2020, Aisha Addo has been the Founder of My Power App, a social connection platform specifically designed for girls. The app facilitates access to mentorship and creates a safe online space for young women. This initiative reflects her commitment to empowering girls and promoting their personal and professional development.
Education and Expertise
Aisha Addo holds an Advanced Diploma in Business Administration from George Brown College, which she completed from 2009 to 2012. She also studied at the Yale School of Management, where she completed the Accelerated Executive Management Program and earned a Certificate of Executive Management in 2020. Her educational background equips her with the skills necessary to lead initiatives focused on gender equality and youth empowerment.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current roles, Aisha Addo worked as a Community Animator at the Centre for Social Innovation (CSI) from 2013 to 2014. She also participated as a Leader of Tomorrow at the St. Gallen Symposium for one month in 2019. These experiences contributed to her understanding of community engagement and leadership, further informing her work in the nonprofit sector.
Achievements and Advocacy
Aisha Addo has been recognized for her contributions to gender and development. She was featured on CBC Metro Morning's 'Who's Next' segment and delivered a TEDx talk discussing her insights related to her work. Additionally, she participated as a YLAI Fellow in 2021, a program aimed at empowering young leaders. Her advocacy includes a focus on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in promoting gender equality and quality education for marginalized girls.