About NeuroHope Ghana
A public health NGO working at the intersection of health, education and human rights for neurodivergent children.
Our Story
NeuroHope Ghana was founded by a coalition of clinicians, educators and parents who saw too many neurodivergent children in Ghana go undiagnosed, unsupported and excluded from school.
What started as a small caregiver support group in Adenta has grown into a nationwide movement for early intervention, inclusive education and disability-inclusive policy.
We believe that with the right support at the right time, every Ghanaian child can flourish — and that families, schools and communities are the engines of that change.
At a glance
- 📍 Headquartered in Adenta, Accra
- 👶 Focus: children 0–18, autism & developmental disabilities
- 🤝 48 communities served
- 🏫 20 partner schools
- 🔬 Active research collaborations
Vision
A Ghana where every neurodivergent child is seen, supported and celebrated.
Mission
Improve the health, education and social inclusion of children with developmental disabilities through community-led, evidence-based programs.
Core Values
Dignity. Equity. Family-centered care. Evidence. Community. Hope.
Why NeuroHope Ghana Exists
An estimated 1 in 6 children worldwide has a developmental disability — yet in Ghana, most go without diagnosis or support before age 6, the most critical window for intervention. Stigma, gaps in services and under-resourced schools widen the divide. NeuroHope Ghana exists to close that gap.
Stephen Oppong
Founder & Director, NeuroHope Ghana
Stephen Oppong is the Founder and Executive Director of NeuroHope Ghana, a public health and advocacy organization dedicated to improving the lives of children with developmental disabilities and their families across Ghana. He is an early career public health researcher with a strong background in developmental and biological psychology, maternal and child health, epidemiology, global health, and implementation science.
He holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in Psychology and Philosophy from the University of Ghana, where his research focused on caregiver knowledge, attitudes, and practices in supporting children with developmental disabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. His work integrates clinical psychology, epidemiology, and community-based public health approaches to address health disparities affecting neurodivergent populations in low-resource settings.
Stephen has extensive experience leading multi-site research and intervention projects in collaboration with national and international partners, including the Centre for Learning and Childhood Development (CLCD Ghana) and global academic institutions. His work spans Kangaroo Mother Care implementation science, developmental disability research, caregiver burden studies, and community-based early intervention programs.
As Director, he leads NeuroHope Ghana's vision of advancing inclusive health systems through early identification, caregiver empowerment, public education, and policy advocacy. His work is driven by a commitment to reducing stigma, strengthening family support systems, and promoting equitable access to developmental health services across Ghana.
Janet Owusu
Partnership & Engagement Lead, NeuroHope Ghana
Janet Owusu serves as the Partnership and Engagement Lead at NeuroHope Ghana, where she supports the organisation's mission of improving outcomes for children with developmental disabilities and their families through strategic partnerships, stakeholder engagement, and community collaboration. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in Psychology and Linguistics from the University of Ghana and a Certificate in Graphic Design and Animation from Ghana Tech Lab.
Janet brings a unique blend of skills in psychology, education, STEM facilitation, and creative communication. Her background in graphic design and animation strengthens NeuroHope Ghana's visual communication and advocacy efforts, enabling the organisation to produce engaging awareness materials, educational content, social media campaigns, flyers, and infographics that translate complex developmental health messages into accessible public information.
She has experience as a STEM facilitator, educator, and administrator, where she designed and delivered interactive learning programmes for children, supported classroom learning, and contributed to inclusive education environments, including support for children with developmental disabilities. Her professional experience also includes communications and creative development roles, where she managed digital platforms and produced visual content for stakeholder engagement.
At NeuroHope Ghana, Janet plays a central role in building and maintaining partnerships with NGOs, schools, healthcare institutions, and community stakeholders. She is committed to advancing inclusive communication, strengthening collaborative networks, and using design and engagement strategies to promote awareness, early intervention, caregiver empowerment, and social inclusion for neurodivergent children across Ghana.
Advisory Board
- Prof. Nana Adjei — Pediatric Neurology, KBTH
- Hon. Linda Asante — Disability Policy
- Sandra Ofori — Special Education Specialist
- Dr. Michael Boadu — Public Health, UG
Our Public Health Approach
1. Identify
Community screening to find children who need support early.
2. Support
Family-centered intervention, training and inclusive education.
3. Advocate
Use data to drive policy change and lasting systems impact.
Strategic Goals 2025–2030
- 1
Reach 10,000 children with developmental screening.
- 2
Train 1,000 teachers in inclusive classroom practice.
- 3
Build a national caregiver peer-support network.
- 4
Publish Ghana's first neurodevelopment public health report.
- 5
Embed disability inclusion in district health planning.