ABOUT THE CTIW FOUNDATION
OUR STORY
The Genesis of CTIW Foundation; A story of Love and a Promise for Tomorrow.
The CTIW Foundation was built on the hope that by investing in one child, you don’t just change a single life; you create a ripple effect that supports a family, strengthens a community, and ultimately, heals the world. It is a story that began with a simple question and continues today with every life touched, every bicycle given, and every dream supported. It is the story of living true love, for this generation and beyond.
The seed for CTIW was not planted in a boardroom, but in the heart of a young man named Mark Addo back in the 1990s. Even then, Mark had a rare and powerful empathy, a passion for nurturing children, not just academically, but spiritually. He wanted to help direct their paths.
It started as a small movement called the Love Foundation. The idea was simple: create Christian content that would encourage children. Mark didn’t work alone for long. His vision resonated with others, and soon, the movement grew with the involvement of dedicated individuals like Lexis Bill, John Germain, Eric Baidoo, Paul Amuzu, George Sarkodie and Eddie Blay, who helped in training the children. The foundation became a traveling heartbeat, moving across the country from the streets of Cape Coast to the communities of Suhum, touching lives wherever they went.
Their goal was clear and profound: to discover the potential in children the right way.
But the path was not always smooth. In 2008, the foundation faced a major challenge. They had partnered with organizers of theatre programs, but some of these partners acted in ways that contradicted the foundation’s mission. It was a painful lesson. After working through these difficult relationships with the creative industry, the Love Foundation made a pivotal decision: from then on, children would be the center of it all. No exceptions.
The vision took a break to be refined, but Mark’s passion never wavered.
Fast forward to 2011. Mark felt a renewed mission and a new concept taking shape: Children in Worship. He dreamed of creating Christian entertainment content that would truly engage children, not just perform for them. Despite the challenges of the past, his love for children pushed him forward.
In 2012, Children in Worship came to life, and something beautiful happened. As they gathered children to worship, they began to see the tangible needs around them. A child couldn’t focus because they were hungry. A family couldn’t afford basic healthcare. A student walked for hours just to get to school. It was then that the worship naturally extended into works of charity. Children in Worship became a Foundation for action.
That same year, the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) took notice. They called on Mark to work with them. He agreed, but only on one condition, the same condition that had been forged in the fire of past experience: that the programming must be of good interest to children. For two solid years, he pushed forward with that promise.
Through it all, the mission remained rooted in what Mark saw with his own eyes: the vibrant spirit of children and youth in developing communities across Ghana. He saw them not as victims, but as what they truly are; the backbone of tomorrow’s economies and the greatest hope in the fight against poverty. He saw young boys and girls walking miles to under-resourced schools, families striving for healthcare, and communities held back not by a lack of will, but by a lack of opportunity.
The founders saw the vibrant spirit of children and youth in developing communities across Africa particularly in Ghana and recognized them for what they truly are: the backbone of tomorrow’s economies and the greatest hope in the fight against poverty.
To equip a rising generation with the skills and opportunities they need to build a future of their own.
Our vision is a generation of children, youth, and families in developing countries who are empowered to break the cycle of poverty, transformed by love, and equipped to build a future of hope, dignity, and lasting opportunity. The foundation believes youth and children are the backbone in the fight against poverty by having increased access to quality education, healthcare, good drinking water and equipping them with career development skills as a practical demonstration of God’s love regardless of race, colour, religious backgrounds, beliefs or ethnicity.
We believe that authentic, selfless love is the most powerful force for change. It compels us to serve the most vulnerable not out of pity, but out of a genuine commitment to their well-being, reflecting the love we have received.
MEET OUR TEAM
Board Member
Mark Midas Rayan Ed-Orta Addo
Mark has years of experience as an educationist and a wealth of experience from across the world as a children, teens, and youth development project initiator. He is also committed to helping the younger generation discover the power of love and how love can change the world in the fight of poverty alleviation.
Mark applies his knowledge of innovative learning skills and teaching methodologies in helping educational institutions at the basic, secondary, and tertiary levels re-develop academic curricula into more interactive learning contents using games, visuals, audio and CBT technologies in improving teaching and learning in developing countries.
His passion for the younger generation is remarkable. Mark combines his studies at the University of Ghana, Legon in addition to his wide set of skill knowledge gain from extensive field work and experience in helping CTIW manage its projects and achieve project goals.
Board Member
Beatrice Saah
Beatrice is a highly esteemed nurse driven by an unwavering passion for patient care. Her career journey has led her to discover a profound sense of purpose.
Beatrice has found her calling as a project manager at the CTIW Foundation. Drawing upon her extensive experience in the nursing field, she spearheads projects that have had a profound impact on countless lives. Beyond her exceptional leadership skills, Beatrice possesses a remarkable gift for connecting with and supporting youth and children.
Her ability to empathize and provide compassionate care sets her apart in her role. Rooted with strong humanity principles, she is driven by her passion to change lives and give hope to the vulnerable in society. Through her dedicated work and steadfast devotion, Beatrice is making a lasting difference in the lives of the generation.
Board Member
Elsie Sedinam El-Mahetabel
Elsie Sedinam EL-Mahetabel is a trained HR Generalist and LLB holder, currently on her journey to becoming a licensed lawyer. She serves as a legal advisor to the Board and projects of CTIW Foundation, where she sees the organization’s work as a strategic tool for poverty alleviation. Leveraging her legal background, Elsie is passionate about empowering especially women with knowledge of the law—how to operate within it, resolve conflicts, and protect their rights.
She also contributes significantly to the Foundation’s postgraduate entrepreneurship and career development programs. Elsie holds a BSc in Administration (HRM) from Central University (2013) and an LLB from GIMPA (2019), and has completed Harvard University online certifications in Addiction and Treatment, and International Policy and Diplomacy. We are privileged to have her as an integral member of the CTIW Foundation Board.
Communications and Field Officer
Beatrice Brafoa Boadi
Beatrice is a passion driven lady with an experience in journalism, who plays the role of a communications and field officer. She is dedicated to having a positive impact through her commitment to the foundation. She is responsible for providing the foundation with information by writing and updating the foundation’s field works. With an interest in writing, she works with her team for logistical support to ensure official company documentation is professionally written and presented. She is responsible for documentaries and short videos, and she comes up with scripts for voice overs.
Beatrice ensures that field works are turned into narratives; while others see statistics on a page, the Field Officer sees faces. She is responsible for supporting the project team with preparing presentations, also developing and adjusting training manuals. Her job is to be present on fields ensuring the vision of the foundation is put into work. She plays the role of the foundation’s most human link to the people we exist to serve.
Administrative Assistant
Mary Addo
Mary is a graduate of the University of Professional Studies. She is responsible for the administrative tasks of the foundation. She supports both the administrative and financial operations of the organisation to ensure its programs run smoothly. She assists in managing and documenting financial assistance provided to beneficiaries, including support for school fees, learning materials and other educational needs.
Mary helps maintain accurate records of finances and ensures that all transactions are properly documented. She is responsible for tracking organisational spending and managing petty cash by recording expenses.In addition, she provides general administrative support by organising documents and assisting with official correspondence. Through her attention to detail and organisation, Mary helps promote accountability and efficiency within the Foundation.
Office / HR Manager
Jennifer Nyarko
Jennifer serves as the Office Manager and Human Resource lead, bringing a strong background in business administration and a passion for people centered impacts. She oversees the organisation’s daily operation while ensuring a supportive and efficient environment for staff and stakeholders.
With a keen interest in organisational development and team well-being, she plays a key role in recruitment, staff engagement and implementing systems that enhance productivity and sustainability. Her approach blends structure with empathy, aligning internal processes with the organisation’s mission to create meaningful change.
She is deeply committed to fostering a positive workplace culture and contribution to the growth and impact of the organisation.
Project Officer
Jerymina Anum
Jerymina is a Project Officer who ensures all project documents including plans, budgets, reports, and logs are in order. She is responsible for ensuring version control, proper filing, and easy accessibility.
As the Project Officer, she is the steady hand behind the scenes; the one who makes sure nothing slips through the cracks. If there’s a project document; whether it’s a budget, a work plan, or a donor report, she keeps track of it. As a project officer who is passionate about her work, she ensures the project runs smoothly day-to-day by handling coordination, documentation, monitoring, and administrative support.
But her role goes far beyond keeping folders tidy. Jerymina is the glue that holds the day-to-day operations together. She coordinates meetings, follows up on action points, keeps an eye on timelines, and handles the administrative details that could easily overwhelm a busy team. Jerymina Anum is the indispensable operational backbone of a project. She takes on the critical coordination, administrative, and monitor tasks.
Field Officer & International Development Programmes Coordinator
Victor Kuagbelah
Every project at CTIW begins with a dream. But a dream needs a blueprint to become reality. This is where Victor Kuagbelah steps in. He is the one who takes the broad strokes of a project idea and translates them into detailed implementation plans. He is a dedicated Field Officer who serves as the vital link between organizational vision and community reality turning plans into action, building trust, and ensuring that every project is implemented with integrity, compassion, and lasting impact.
As assisting the Project Officer, he is often the one with the clipboard, but he never lets the clipboard become a barrier. He collects data by sitting with families, asking gentle questions, and listening to their stories. He doesn’t just see numbers; he sees the reduction in school absences because of a new water well. He then translates these findings into clear, powerful coordination and reporting that allows the Foundation’s leadership to make informed decisions. He is the vital link between the community’s reality and the organization’s strategy.
Technical Support,Video Creation & Editing
Daniel Kweku Tetteh Adjanor
Daniel is a “team player” who is loyal and determined to support the team and contribute to project success.Guided by principles like integrity, humility, selflessness, and a genuine love for humanity.
His role as a tech support makes him the bridge between complex technology and the people who use it, ensuring that technology enables productivity rather than hindering it.
The most visible part of his job involves diagnosing and resolving technical issues.
Daniel’s role ensures a high level of responsibility, commitment, and a “can-do attitude to achieve goals.
International Development Programmes Coordinator
Albert Acheampong
Albert is a fervent advocate for youth, committed to effecting positive change in their lives. His diverse background in business, Christian ministry, Biblical studies, and family life education equips him with a rich reservoir of experience to further the foundation’s mission. In his capacity as the coordinator for international programs at CTIW Foundation, Albert brings over six years of valuable experience. He possesses a nuanced understanding of the distinctive challenges and prospects encountered by children and teens globally. Albert’s dedication is evidenced in his efforts to coordinate exchange programs, forge educational partnerships, and facilitate humanitarian aid initiatives. His unwavering commitment is focused on crafting transformative experiences that enhance the well-being of children and teenagers across the globe.
Board Member
Regina Noweyo Mac-Doqu
Regina Noweyo Mac-Doqu is one of the board members of the CTIW Foundation. She is guided by integrity, hardwork, diligence, selflessness and the love for the less privileged in society. She is an advocate for youth empowerment and loves to be a good example to young people. She is dedicated to community development, especially rural communities. Her Bachelor’s degree in Geography and Rural Development and Masters degree in Sustainable and Integrated Rural Development at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology has inspired her a lot to work towards the improvement of the quality of life of rural folks who are mostly disadvantaged in terms of development in Ghana. She combines her academic knowledge, innovativeness and genuine desire to serve to contribute to the success of CTIW Foundation. She is simply a changemaker and would go all out to make a positive impact in society.