What Drives Us ❤
Although Nigerian government has made efforts to improve its education system, there are still significant challenges that hinder equal access to education across the country. Children from low-income families often struggle to afford school fees, uniforms, textbooks, and other educational materials.
This economic barrier exacerbates educational disparities and perpetuates cycles of poverty. Addressing regional disparities, gender inequality, socioeconomic barriers, and the impact of conflict, Nigeria can work towards providing quality education opportunities for every child, thus fostering social and economic development in the country
The importance of education in fostering economic growth cannot be overemphasized. Preparing individuals with key skills, knowledge, and abilities supports societies' growth and progress. Countries can enhance their human capital by providing quality education. A well-educated workforce is crucial for innovation, productivity, and economic competitiveness
Individuals who have received education are more likely to find employment that pays well, resulting in higher income levels and an improved quality of life for themselves and their families. Education is crucial in developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and technical skills.
These skills drive innovation and technological advancements, which fuel economic growth and create new job opportunities. Education provides equal opportunities for all individuals to acquire knowledge and skills, promoting social mobility regardless of socioeconomic status.
Equal Education Access for All (EEAFA) is a non-profit organization committed to creating educational opportunities for underprivileged individuals. We focus on providing full scholarships to academically gifted students who aspire to pursue a career in nursing. Our mission is to empower individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds to achieve their academic and professional goals, free from financial barriers.
Our Vision
To enhance social connections, fairness, and equality for underprivileged individuals by ensuring that higher education is accessible.
Our Mission
To unite government, corporations, nonprofits, and individuals in advocating for fairness, equality, and social connections by expanding access to higher education for underprivileged individuals.
Meet Our Visionary Team
Obioma Onah
President, EEAFA
Dr. Obioma Onah is a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in Adult Gerontology Primary Care (AGNP). She currently serves as an Advanced Practice Provider with Docgo. Obioma has previously worked as a primary care provider at ESSEN Medical Associates and has over seven years of experience as a registered nurse with Northwell Health, where she has gained expertise in various intensive care units, telemetry units, and medical-surgical settings.
In 2016, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Long Island University, Brooklyn Campus. She went on to obtain a Master’s degree from Columbia University School of Nursing in 2022, followed by a Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Columbia University in New York.
Obioma is an active member of the Alpha Zeta Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International at Columbia University. Her professional interests include policy reform and the care of older adults. Her doctoral thesis, titled "Decades of Inadequacy at Patient Expense: Federal Nurse Staffing Requirements for Nursing Homes," reflects her commitment to improving healthcare standards.
Since 2021, Obioma has served as the Membership Chair of the Nigerian Nurses Association of the USA (NNAUSA), where she has fostered collaborations with New York City Health and Hospitals (HHC) on various initiatives, including research, Global Exchange Programs, ambassadorships, and leadership development. She also led the partnership between NNAUSA and Columbia University School of Nursing for the Walk to Nigeria Challenge project.
In addition to her roles in NNAUSA, Obioma is a member of several professional organizations, including the National Association of Nigerian Nurses in North America (NANNNA), the American Nurses Association (ANA), and the New York Nurse Practitioner Association (NPA).
Idorenyin, Udosen
Board Member, EEAFA
Idorenyin Ataudo Udosen, DNP, MSN, RN is a Nurse Administrator at Health + Hospital Elmhurst in New York City. She has an extensive nursing leadership background in the transformation of clinical and administrative environments through planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating nursing services.
She coordinates the flow of work during off shift as Administrative officer on duty throughout the facility, conveys ideas to keep the hospital running efficiently and serves as liaison between the facility, staff, governance, and patients. Her commitment to resolving patients’ concerns, and family conflicts ultimately prepared her for this role.
She also worked as an In-Service Coordinator and Nurse Educator in a long term care facility where she directed the orientation process of all new hires and influences review and revision of organization policies/procedures to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and excellence in nursing practice.
Her leadership and educational background and passion for teaching advanced her to the position as an Adjunct Clinical Professor at New York City College of Technology where she is privileged to teach from her bank of knowledge. Dr. Idy received her Doctorate of Nursing Practice in Executive Leadership from Grand Canyon University
Her Direct Practice Improvement Project was on the relationship between education, religiosity and adherence to an antihypertensive regimen among Nigerian immigrants living in the United States. Her research interests also included the impact of Covid-19 on family and nursing students.
Passionate about mentoring and serving her community, Dr. Idy is the Co-Founder and Director of Iban Ifiok Inc, a non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring, motivating, and supporting adolescent African girls.
She is the current President of Nigerian Nurses Association of USA (NNAUSA) New York .
She also serves as a board of director for Hope Emmanuel Orphanage and Hope Mobolaji International Academy.
She is the President of Virtuous Women of Faith, World Restoration Center, Westbury New York. She is the Honorable Vice President of her high school Association- - CCC Old Girls Association of USA and Canada to help Reach Rebuild and Rehabilitate her community.
