Welcome - Nicole Meade

We are honored to introduce our newest member of the AGHF Team and Board of Trustees!

Meet

Nicole L. Meade, PHR, SHRM-CP, M.Ed.

Nicole is an organizational development and education professional with more than 28 years of experience designing and leading learning, leadership, and performance initiatives that strengthen individuals and institutions. Throughout her career, she has focused on building sustainable systems that expand access to education, develop leadership capacity, and create measurable, long-term impact—values that closely align with the mission of the African Girls Hope Foundation.

Strong supporter and volunteer - AGHF Gala Chair

Nicole is actively involved with the African Girls Hope Foundation, having chaired the Foundation’s annual gala fundraising event for the past two years. In this role, she oversees all aspects of the event to ensure it is well organized, engaging, and aligned with the organization’s mission and fundraising goals, directly advancing the Foundation’s ability to provide educational opportunities for orphaned and refugee girls in Sub-Saharan Africa. This hands-on involvement deepens her understanding of the Foundation’s programs, stakeholders, and long-term vision.

She is deeply inspired by the Foundation’s commitment to “Fund an Education, Fund a Life,” which ensures access to quality education for girls who face significant barriers to enrollment and completion of secondary school. The Foundation’s holistic approach—providing scholarships, school supplies, uniforms, and mentoring—reflects her belief that education must be supported by strong systems and meaningful relationships to create lasting change.

Bringing experience and deep capacity

Nicole holds a Master of Education in Human Resource Development from the University of Georgia and brings deep expertise in organizational and leadership development, mentoring, and capacity building. She has partnered extensively with senior leaders and boards to align strategy with talent development, facilitate strategic planning, and implement frameworks that promote accountability and organizational sustainability.

Proud supporter of Girls’ Education!

On a personal level, Nicole is a proud BOY mom, which makes her especially enthusiastic about supporting GIRLS’ education in Africa. She believes that empowering girls through education strengthens families, communities, and future generations.

As a board member, Nicole looks forward to collaborating with fellow board members, volunteers, and staff to steward the African Girls Hope Foundation’s mission with integrity, purpose, and long-term impact.

AGHF is excited to have this amazing woman as part of our Board of Trustees! ✨WELCOME!