An alumnus of the World Bank Institute, Washington D.C, Godwin holds a Masters degree in Operations Management from the University of West of England, Bristol, United Kingdom. His interests lie in operations and project management, risk management, business development, strategy and innovation. Godwin is a member of the Clinton Foundation 20/30, a global group of leaders in business, government, and civil society.
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Chief Chetachi Nwoga-Ecton

President/Executive Director

Chetachi Nwoga-Ecton is the President of When in Need Foundation (WIN). WIN was born out of Chetachi’s lifelong virtues of selflessness and compassion for the powerless, needy, defenseless, and downtrodden and people with limited opportunities. These virtues are typified in the other organizations which she is associated with. Prior to establishing When in Need, she founded a blossoming healthcare agency providing compassionate services to intellectually and developmentally disabled individuals in Philadelphia, PA. These virtues were further strengthened as she earned her Bachelor of Science degree and Postgraduate diploma from Widener University, where she majored in Social Work.

As Chief Executive Officer of When In Need foundation, she brings her tenacity, inspiration, relentlessness and knack for excellence to ensure that the organization achieves its set goals. When in Need Foundation (WIN) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides grants for students and young professionals to continue their education and career in addition to supporting schools, orphanages and various hostels assisting less fortunate globally. The Mission of Mercy (M.O.M) is a global outreach program of When In Need Foundation, with the purpose and mission of assisting individuals in need with basic amenities, food, supplies, medical, healthcare, and educational resources globally. The program has positively impacted hundreds of people in Nigeria, The Bahamas, Turks and Caicos, Dominican Rep., Chile, Argentina to mention a few.

Chetachi Nwoga-Ecton is also the President & CEO of ChiBase Production Company, a “one-stop” entertainment platform offering licensing, joint ventures, distribution, marketing, touring and management services for artists.

Her other interests are in entertainment such as film, licensing, theatre, publishing, music. Ms. Nwoga Ecton received the 2011 Entrepreneurship Award from the African & Caribbean Business Council, tristate Chamber of Commerce and a City of Philadelphia citation for her achievements.

She was presented the 2014 Nigeria Centenary Award as one of the 100 most influential Nigerians in the United States during the country’s celebration of 100 years of existence. She received a 2015 Philanthropy Award from Our World Media magazine and has been featured in different local and international news.

Favorite Quote – “Take a stumbling block and turn it into a stepping stone”

Dr. George Onuorah – Director of Media and Project When in Need Foundation

Dr. George C. Onuorah is the Co-Founder and Publisher of Our World Media Magazine, LLC and the author of “The Political Diary of a Rising Son”. His book details and provides insight into African and American politics. George like British Politician Sir Winston Churchill agrees that “The price of greatness is responsibility.” Hence embraces the vision, passion and compassion to make a difference in our world by helping others.

George is the recipient of numerous awards notably three United States Congressional Awards and Proclamations among others. In August 2007, was chosen as “Star of Queens” by the Queens Courier Newspapers in New York City. George holds a BA in Political Science (1986) from York College of The City University of New York and Associates in Mass Communication.

George has worked for an Elected Representative in his district in New York City as well as served his Community Board where he rose to become Chairperson of the Consumer Affairs Committee. Also served in the Neighborhood Advisory Board and currently a member of the Corona Lion’s Club.

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Ramon has warmed people’s hearts singing songs for passersby. As the video starts, someone says, “You lift my spirits!”

In our Good News video, Ramon sings “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas” with background music playing from his phone and a microphone. Reverend Paul Sladkus asks what Peace means to him. Ramon tell us what peace means which a chuckle and a huge smile. “That’s Peace!”

A little story:

“My mother and I lost our apartment when the landlord raised the rent. She went to live in my aunt’s attic in New Jersey, but there were too many stairs there, so I had to go to the homeless shelter. Most of the people at the shelter have addiction problems and mental issues. I’m living with people that I never thought I’d have to live with. The M35 is the only bus that goes to the shelter. Disabled people are supposed to get on first. But as soon as it gets to the stop, everyone rushes in until it’s full, and the bus driver is too intimidated to say anything. A lot of times it leaves without me.”

Update: Ramon said that he did not want donations because his brothers were going to take him in. He insisted that the funds should be used to help others in need.

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