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Director, Founder |
Mollishmael drives the Global-Ghana Youth Network in Kissehman. He has lived in this community for his entire life, in the same conditions as our kids, and has endured much personal loss, including the death of his father. Instead of falling into the same rut as many others in his community, however, Mollishmael is trying to make the way easier for others than it was for himself. Unlike most males here, Mollishmael sets impeccable standards for the kids to live by and demonstrates outstanding caring for the lives of those in his community. Because the organization is in desperate need of funding, he often refuses to accept his pay, and instead insists that the money be directed toward the kids or organization. He therefore receives little if any compensation for a job that requires working 12 hours a day, often seven days a week. When he does receive pay for his efforts, he gives it to old ladies in Kissehman who have no way to earn a living because they are too sick or too feeble. Mollishmael oversees all of the organization's administrative and financial activities; he teaches; and he drums and instructs dancing for the Peace and Love Dance Ensemble. When parents or kids have any problem, they go to Mollishmael for advice and solutions. He is currently only 26-years old, but he has the respect of people much older and the good humor of those far younger. Due to a lack of money, Mollishmael has completed half of high school where he studied telecommunication, but is currently an artistic director teaching African drumming and dancing. His favorite drink is Fanta lemon, and he loves to play football (soccer) and sing Gospel songs. His smile can make a sick man stand up. If you wish to contact Mollishmael, please click here. |
 Peter Kudjoe |
Ghana Secretary, Culture instructor | Peter Kudjoe is one of Mollishmael's brothers, who plays a large part in Global Ghana Youth Network. Peter is currently 33-years old and is originally trained as an electrician, but is now the culture instructor of Global Ghana Youth Network. Peter was in the United Stated in 2008 to raise money and awareness for GGYN. He started dancing in 1997 with Ofori Danquah Learning Center at Parakuo Estates in Accra and now knows over 100 dances from around Africa. He has successfully taught the children over 50 dances and will continue to teach anyone who is willing to learn. Email:kudjoepuk@yahoo.co.uk; tel: 011-233-24-498-5966. |
 Phillip "Siza" Gabah |
Kissehman Dance Ensemble |
Original founder of Kissehman Dance ensemble. Siza is not only Mollishmael's brother, but a huge part of GGYN, since day one. Siza is currently 24 years old. He is an artist, and an inspiration. Siza is in charge of all the drumming and dancing that takes place in Global Ghana Youth Network. In addition to the art of drumming and dancing, Phillip teaches the kids to paint, and oversees all the arts and crafts in order to maintain native culture. |
| Josephine Tagbor (Dada) | Dada, Mollishmael's mother, can neither read nor write nor speak English, but she plays a huge role in the organization. She owns the center, all the drums, the volunteers' house, and she is consulted before all decisions are made. She is the wisdom and sensibility of the organization. All of Dada's husbands have died, but Dada continues to care for her ten children, all of her grandchildren, and for any hungry child who comes to her. Her house and compound are usually overflowing with little children who all love Dada tremendously, brushing her hair, fetching her water, and even cleaning her toenails. Even though she is gruff with them, she loves them, too, and gives them everything she has. | |
| Beatrice Baako | Basket Weaving | Beatrice comes from the Northern Region of Ghana and speaks Fra Fra and Twi. She has been weaving baskets since she was a little girl, learning the art from her mother. Beatrice has four children of her own but takes care of the large numbers who come to her to learn how to weave. With her sister Joyce, they weave the baskets that the GGYN sells to earn money for the organization. Beatrice also teaches basket weaving and cooking for any volunteers interested. Her baskets make colorful presents for people back home, and all profits fund the organization, the livelihood of Beatrice, and the livelihoods of all those who depend on her. Email: beatricebaako@yahoo.com; tel: 011-27-775-8319. |
| Melissa Carneiro | Board President | melissa.carneiro@yahoo.com
bio coming soon. |
| Regina Kudjoe | Cook/Nutritionist | Regina is Mollishmael's sister and another part of this organization. She is currently 30 years old. Regina is responsible for cooking and feeding the children that come to Global Ghana Youth Network. Regina previously studied health and nutrition in high school. Regina teaches all the new volunteers to cook African dishes, to further help the children. |
 Isaac Acquah Kwaku |
Computer Tutor | Isaac is self-motivated Ghanaian, hardworking and honest young man. Born on May 9th, 1982. He has grown steadily professionally in I.T, with a strong communication and interpersonal skills plus the energy and ambition to succeed. He also lives in the same Community but a bit far from Kisseman, He is always ambitious to help the needy people especially kids in what ever way he can. Isaac came into contact with Mollishmael Kwame Gabah the Founder / Director of GYYN in the year 2005 and they were very nice to each other so he devoted his time visiting Mollishmael and the kids since he also loves kids a lot and little by little Mollishmael got to know the potentials in him through most of the helps he had been offering for both Mollishmael and the Organization (GYYN) as a whole. Isaac worked at Marhyskai Internet as an Administrator/ Internet advisor and currently he is the sole advisor and computer tutor for the Organization The fear of God, love for humanity, truth and humility are his guiding principles in life. He is a team player, a fast learner and adapt to changing situations easily. His leadership potential is outstanding and also love to see every child he trained through GYYN , entire community and the world at large to have a better future. |
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British Coordinator of GGYN | Jill is from Scotland and when completing her Politics degree at the university of glasgow decided on a change of location, after searching for a project to become involved in she found GGYN. The passion that the organisation had, alongside some previous experience in west africa encouraged her to become involve. Her experience largely comes from her work with the SVA, the student volunteers abroad, alongside work in various volunteering roles in the UK. Contact: jill-elizabeth@hotmail.co.uk |
Tell Dietzler |
Cross Cultural Exchange Cordinator | Personal Statement: |
Mollishmael Kwame Gabah
Jill Burdett
