Mariam Adeola Gbadebo Foundation (MAG Foundation)

The Mariam Adeola Gbadebo (MAG) Foundation is a non-profit, non-governmental organization dedicated to fostering transformative change by promoting good health, economic power, and advocating for climate justice in Nigeria and across Africa. MAG Foundation was founded in 2023 and was inspired by its founder's journey, having endured several health challenges and most recently survived end-stage renal disease/Chronic Kidney disease. The foundation acknowledges the gravity of mounting healthcare challenges and the often-overlooked struggles faced by kidney disease patients and transplant recipients on national, regional, and global levels. The MAG Foundation is committed to advancing women’s health, well-being, and economic power, with a specific focus on addressing gender and climate injustices across the continent. Underserved rural areas bear a disproportionate burden of elevated rates of maternal and child mortality due to the lack of quality healthcare systems. In addition, communicable diseases such as malaria, HIV/AIDS, and tuberculosis, along with chronic illnesses like renal impairment and chronic kidney disease, further exacerbate health challenges in these areas. Therefore, we aim to advocate for a strengthened healthcare system, improved accessibility, and elevated health infrastructure standards to create a future where healthcare is equitable, accessible, and transformative for all.