Meet the Team

  • Maimouna Ndiaye

    FOUNDER

    Maimouna is a lifelong advocate for child welfare and social change in African countries. After an internship in Senegal, she returned to the U.S. determined to address the country’s child security crisis. Since 2018, she has focused on improving children's living conditions through health, education policy, and community-driven impact.

    As a trained epidemiologist, Maimouna applies a data-driven, health-centered approach to child welfare, emphasizing the connection between health outcomes and policy. In 2019, she founded the Africa Children’s Foundation (ACF) and now serves as its Executive Director, leading sustainable initiatives to improve the well-being of children and women

  • Fatoumata Diop

    Health Sustainability Chair

    Fatoumata serves as the Health Sustainability Chair at ACF, working to improve healthcare access for women and girls in underserved communities. Originally from the Bronx, New York, she has five years of experience as a Patient Care Technician, focusing on patient-centered care.

    With a strong clinical and research background, Fatoumata is passionate about addressing health disparities and improving accessibility. Aspiring to become a physician, she aims to serve underserved communities, particularly in Senegal, her home country. At ACF, she leads initiatives that provide education, resources, and care to promote sustainable health solutions.

  • Ramatoulaye Sagna

    Marketing Chair

    Ramatoulaye has a passion for providing aid to underprivileged communities across the world. As a board member, Ramatoulaye handles the organization's digital marketing material and oversees the marketing department.

  • Dhruv Shah

    Health Data Analyst

    As a Health Data Analyst at Africa Children's Foundation, Dhruv analyzes and visualizes health data to support breast and cervical cancer initiatives in Senegal. He develops interactive dashboards, ensures data accuracy, and contributes to reports that inform health policies and community interventions. With a background in business analytics and data science, Dhruv is passionate about using data to drive meaningful public health impact.

  • Ouly Sarr

    Global Affairs Delegate- Senegal Office

    Ouly is a passionate advocate for the empowerment and development of women and youth. Since 2019, Sarr has led all of ACF's projects in Senegal and currently serves as the global affairs delegate. Throughout her career, she has dedicated herself to creating meaningful change in rural communities, leveraging over 20 years of experience in rural development to improve the lives of others. As the president of the Association for the Development and Empowerment of Women and Youth (ADEFJ), she has been at the forefront of initiatives that address critical needs in healthcare, education, and social welfare.