Remarkable Women, Powerful Stories – Maame Afon

Maame Afon is an internationally recognized thought leader and a passionate advocate for women, girls and leaders globally. As a recording artist, she uses her music to promote social change and philanthropy. By leveraging her vast experience, principles of intersectionality and passion for transformative leadership, philanthropy, facilitation and impact coaching, she supports organizations such as AWDF-USA, Global Fund for Women, We Care Solar, the World Bank, United Nations Federal Credit Union, Mastercard Foundation, World Connect, Blue Lake Project, Street Business School, Nurturing Minds and MILEAD Fellowship. Maame is a consummate networker who facilitates joyful connections.

As an outstanding and dynamic facilitator, Maame shapes experiences and holds space for brave and essential conversations. She is the founder and chief steward of Mindsets for Impactful Leadership and Transformation (MILT), which she established in 2017. She also serves as a chief guide for Chief, a private membership network that connects and supports women executive leaders. Furthermore, she is the team lead and visionary for the AfriWomen Network and the vice president of strategy and relationship with the Blue Lake Project.

Maame holds a Bachelor of the Arts in French and Spanish and a Master of the Arts in Human Rights, Gender and International Policy Studies. She has received several awards and recognitions for her contributions to social justice causes, international development, leadership and philanthropy. Maame enjoys her calling as a wife and mother raising three phenomenal children.

[petraladwig]

Fabulous story. Love the " Be kind, not Nice. " Bring your authentic self. More of this needed.

[maameafonyelbert-sai]

I considerably enjoyed sharing my story with the Zonta community. I do hope that as you hear and listen to my story you will find your voice, be inspired and equipped to take consequential action for lasting impact.