Youth Circle

Meeting Day: 2nd Thursday every month

Meeting Time: 11:00 am EST

Circle Maven: Ruth Afoko

Ruth Awontemi Afoko is a Ghanaian communications and advocacy professional, social impact leader, and founder of Temis Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting sustainable development and improving lives in underserved communities. Originally from Sandema in the Upper East Region of Ghana, Ruth holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of Wisconsin, Ghana.

Passionate about grassroots development, women’s empowerment, and social justice, Ruth has led impactful community initiatives including water projects, educational support programs, health screenings, and youth empowerment activities across Ghana. She also has served as a peace ambassador, gender-based violence advocate, and mentor to young women and indigenous communities.

Through her work, Ruth continues to use storytelling, advocacy, and community engagement to inspire change, preserve culture, and create opportunities for vulnerable populations. Her vision is centered on empowering communities, especially women and children, to thrive sustainably and lead transformational change.