Who We Are
The Awotwe Sickle Cell Foundation Inc. is a nonprofit organization formed in Atlanta GA USA in 2016. The Awotwe Sickle Cell Disease Foundation (ASCF) is dedicated to supporting individuals with Sickle Cell Disease and helping to increase the quality of life, economic support, and preventative care options, while also raising awareness about sickle cell disease and hoping to improve survival for all individuals (children, adults) with sickle cell disease and their families.
Dr. Mrs. Naana Abena Ohemeng-Tinyase (Dr. Hesse) is the founder of the Awotwe Sickle Cell Foundation Inc and Nana Yaw Ohemeng-Tinyase is the co-founder of the Awotwe Sickle Cell Foundation Inc. The sister and brother duo are both Sickle Cell Warriors and it is their vision that this foundation will help by donating time, money, and resources to support people with sickle cell and their families
Mission, Vision & Purpose
Mission
The Awotwe Sickle Cell Foundation Inc is dedicated to supporting people affected by Sickle Cell Disease through the provision of empowerment, education, awareness, advocacy and support to individuals with Sickle Cell Disease and their families.
Vision
The vision of Awotwe Sickle Cell Foundation Inc is to support and enhance the lives of people living with sickle cell disease (Sickle Cell Warriors) and their families.
Purpose
- To inform and educate the community about sickle cell disease/trait by helping to increase the knowledge and understanding of sickle cell disease as a health problem.
- Support legislation at the local, state, and national levels that are beneficial to the sickle cell programs
- Serve as a clearinghouse for ideas that will enhance sickle cell programs
- Provide services on a limited basis to meet the needs of individuals affected by sickle cell disease