About the Visioner: HRH Princess Dr. Moradeun “Deun” Ogunlana
Her Royal Highness Princess Dr. Moradeun Ogunlana is a visionary leader, entrepreneur, and humanitarian dedicated to empowering women and girls worldwide. As the Founder and CEO of African Women’s Health Project International (AWHPI Global Foundation), a UN-recognized non-profit organization with Special Consultative ECOSOC Status, she drives sustainable development goals agenda and positive change.
Princess Moradeun Ogunlana is a global Keynote Speaker on energy powered stages like ADIPEC in Abu Dhabi UAE and EGYPES in Egypt. A beacon of hope and empowerment, illuminating the path to a brighter future for women and girls worldwide, she has been a driving force behind transformative initiatives that foster sustainable development, economic growth, and climate change action plans for sub-Saharan Africa.
Through her pioneering Africa 2-5-9 Project Initiatives, Princess Moradeun Ogunlana reimagines the future of sub-Saharan Africa, harnessing innovation and infrastructure development to propel prosperity and resilience. Her annual event: First Ladies Forum and Economic Development Summits, provides a platform for global leaders, innovators, and changemakers to converge, share knowledge, and catalyze progress toward a more equitable world
As Chair of The Global Summit Group, Princess Dr. Moradeun Ogunlana addresses economic equity issues affecting women, leveraging research, training, and collaboration to create a more just and prosperous world. Her leadership roles in Sister Cities International, Sino-Africa Economic Development Forum, and World Women Healthcare Contest demonstrate her commitment to global partnership, development, and women’s empowerment.
Princess Moradeun Ogunlana’s legacy of excellence has earned her numerous accolades, including the prestigious Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award and the Nelson Mandela Leadership Excellence Award. These honors recognize her tireless advocacy for humanity and her indelible impact on the world stage.
As a Yoruba Princess, descendant of Royal lineages in Lagos and Ogun States of Nigeria, and the Adire Oodua Ambassador, Princess Dr. Moradeun Ogunlana embodies the values of service, leadership, and community. She promotes African culture, unity, and development, representing His Imperial Majesty Oba Babatunde Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, OJAJA II, Ooni of Ife.
Initiative and Partnerships
- Sister School Global Initiative: Pairs high-performing secondary schools in Africa with outstanding sister schools worldwide to promote cultural exchange and women’s empowerment.
- Global Women Empowerment Summit: Annual event at the United Nations during the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) on empowerment, business, agricultural, health, and economic development issues.
- First Ladies Forum and Economic Development Summit: Annual event global events leadership, education and AI Technology in Qatar and the UAE
The Princess operates between the USA, the UAE, and Nigeria