About Olive Sickle Cell Initiative

We are a nonprofit organisation dedicated to reducing the burden of sickle cell disorder in Nigeria through education, advocacy, screening, and support.

Our Story

Olive Sickle Cell Initiative (OSCI) is a nonprofit organisation founded in 2016 and registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission of Nigeria in 2021 (CAC 164947). We were established to reduce the burden of sickle cell disorder in Nigeria through education and awareness, advocacy, philanthropy, psychological support services, and community engagement.

We believe that sickle cell disorder is not only a medical condition. It is also a social, emotional, educational, and economic challenge. Our work therefore focuses on both prevention and support.

Our volunteers are not just helpers — many have a "sickle cell story." They are warriors, parents, siblings, or friends. This lived experience gives our work compassion and credibility.

Today, OSCI has reached over 15,000 beneficiaries, screened 9,000+ people, and supported 900+ warriors. We've engaged 36 schools, 40 churches, and 14 communities — and we're just getting started.

Founded 2016 CAC 164947 15K+ Beneficiaries 9K+ Screenings

Our Mission & Vision

Guiding principles that drive our work every day.

Mission

To reduce the burden of sickle cell disorder in Nigeria through education, awareness, advocacy, screening, psychosocial support, community engagement, and empowerment of persons living with sickle cell disorder.

Vision

A Nigeria where every young person understands their genotype, every family affected by sickle cell disorder receives support, and every sickle cell warrior has the opportunity to live with dignity, hope, and purpose.

Our Core Values

The principles that define who we are and how we work.

Love

We treat every warrior and family with dignity, empathy, and unconditional care.

Sacrifice

We give our time, energy, and resources selflessly to serve our community.

Hope

We believe in a future free from the burden of sickle cell disorder.

Passion

We are driven by a deep commitment to make a lasting difference.

Inclusion

We build bridges, not walls. Everyone is welcome in our community.

Compassion

We respond with kindness and understanding to every person we serve.

Human Dignity

Every person deserves to be treated with respect and worth.

Community Responsibility

We work together with communities to create lasting change.

Our Impact

Real change, real lives — the numbers speak for themselves.

15K+

Beneficiaries

9K+

Screenings

900+

Warriors Supported

36+

Schools Reached

40+

Churches Engaged

14+

Communities

Incompatible Couples

Hospitals

Health Workers

320+

Referrals

iCare Scholars

45+

Volunteers

Our Team

Meet the passionate individuals behind OSCI's work.

Founder

Dr. Chukwudi Okonkwo

Founder & Executive Director

Public health specialist with 15+ years of experience in community health and sickle cell advocacy.

Medical

Dr. Ngozi Eze

Medical Director

Haematologist and sickle cell specialist leading our screening programs and clinical services.

Outreach

Emeka Okafor

Community Outreach Coordinator

Passionate about reaching communities and building partnerships for sickle cell awareness.

Programs

Amara Nwachukwu

Programs Manager

Oversees iCare Scholarship and educational programs for young warriors.

Plus 45+ dedicated volunteers making a difference every day.

Get in Touch

Have questions or want to learn more about our work? Reach out to us.

olivesicklecellinitiative@gmail.com

+2348068516722

Anambra State, Nigeria

@olivesicklecellfoundation