GRACE IHEJIAMAIZU

Grace Ihejiamaizu is an award-winning social entrepreneur, educator, and global opportunity curator with over 15 years of experience in social impact, youth development, and entrepreneurship. She is the Founder and CEO of Opportunity Desk, the largest global platform connecting young people to scholarships, fellowships, and career opportunities. She also founded iKapture Centre for Development, a youth-led organization providing digital skills and leadership training to over 10,000 young people in Nigeria.

Grace currently serves as a PhD Candidate in Social Work at Wilfrid Laurier University, Canada, where her research focuses on the lived experiences of African women social entrepreneurs. Her expertise spans nonprofit leadership, organizational strategy, mentorship, and capacity building, making her a valuable asset to the Street Priests Inc. Board of Directors. She is passionate about advancing youth development and social impact initiatives, leveraging her experience in grant writing, fundraising, and governance to support mission-driven organizations.

As a board member of Street Priests Inc., Grace brings strategic insight, global networks, and mentorship expertise to help the organization expand its impact in supporting street-connected children. She is committed to strengthening governance, securing funding opportunities, and guiding program development to ensure sustainable growth and long-term success for the organization.

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