Community Outreach
Educating Communities

Kidney awareness walk and free health screenings

Kidney Life Awareness Foundation

Hope. Support. Action.Healthy Kidneys for Life.

Creating widespread Kidney Health Awareness, providing Advocacy for policy change and patient rights, and offering direct help and support for individuals and families affected by kidney disease.

About Us

Who We Are

The Kidney Life Awareness Foundation, a registered charitable entity in Nigeria (CAC registration number RC:128274), was established to promote awareness regarding kidney health. Founded by Mrs. Okponwa Ijeoma Ella, who is not only a survivor of kidney failure but also a Certified Kidney Health Coach associated with the American Kidney Fund, the organization emerged from her personal experiences with kidney disease.

In February 2014, Mrs. Ijeoma was diagnosed with kidney disease, leading to dialysis from March 2014 until her transplant in January 2016. Facing a life-threatening condition and immense financial strain, she realized the critical importance of awareness and early action information she wished she'd had at the start of her journey. Through her recovery, Mrs. Ijeoma's passion grew to create a lasting impact by educating others, in order to reduce the risks of undiagnosed kidney disease, and supporting those affected by it. The Kidney Life Awareness Foundation embodies this mission, aiming to transform lives by fostering a well-informed society equipped to prevent and manage kidney disease.

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What We Do

Our Three Pillars

Awareness

Educating communities about kidney health, prevention, and early detection through outreach programs and campaigns.

Advocacy

Championing policy changes and patient rights to improve access to kidney care and treatment options.

Help & Support

Providing direct assistance to individuals and families affected by kidney disease through counseling and resources.

Our Impact

Making a Difference

5,000+

Lives Touched

50+

Community Events

100+

Volunteers

10+

Partner Organizations

“The Kidney Life Awareness Foundation changed my life. Their free screening detected my condition early, and their support team guided me through every step of my treatment journey. I am forever grateful.”

Michael A.

Program Beneficiary

Our Work

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Kidney Health Awareness Walk 2020 - Participants with banner
Kidney Awareness Walk volunteers group photo
Foundation representatives at ABS Radio Station
Volunteers conducting health registration
Health team member counseling community member
Educational seminar presentation
Kidney health workshop with audience
Founder interview at ABS Radio 90.7 FM
Team conducting health screening at awareness walk
Foundation representatives at ABS Radio Station
Counseling session with community members
Team members with Kidney Life Foundation banner

Our Team

Meet the People Behind the Mission

Ijeoma Ella Okonkwo Okponwa

Ijeoma Ella Okonkwo Okponwa

Founder & Executive Director

Precious Umeanaeto

Precious Umeanaeto

Programs Director

Dr. Tada

Dr. Tada

Medical Adviser

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