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Oluwatooni "Tooni" Akanni (Gideon Foundation): Tooni was born in Nigeria and raised in Minnesota. She received her BA in Psychology and African Studies from the University of Minnesota in 2008. At the time of her fellowship she was pursuing her Master’s degree at New York University Center for Global Affairs, concentrating in International Development and Humanitarian Assistance. While at NYU, Tooni also interned at the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Market Women’s Fund. After her fellowship Tooni wrote: “This fellowship has been a life changing experience for me. I see the world in such a completely different way. My field experience can be a book all by itself. I learnt so much information in such a short time in Uganda. What I've learned within this fellowship is invaluable and priceless and it’s something you can't learn from the books or in the classroom.”

17 Apr

Please read above for my first blog entry.

Posted By Oluwatooni Akanni

Posted Apr 17th, 2012

Philister Sidigu
May 12, 2012

Best of luck on your journey Tooni! I know you will do great things in Uganda and throughout Africa. I’m so proud of you! Sending my prayers and support your way.

oakanni
May 24, 2012

Thanks Philister!!

Woomie
May 30, 2012

Great project Tooni! I have no doubt in my mind that it would be an experience of a lifetime. Will definitely follow your blog to keep up 🙂 Take care and be safe!
Gifty Adjoa
June 4, 2012

Tooni! This is wonderful! I am so excited to learn of the new things you will experience during your time in Uganda. This is just the beginning of many of the beautiful and much need contributions you will make to the African continent. May God be with you on your journey and keep your spirit strong. I look forward to reading what all you have to say.

-Gifty
Lola Abdul
June 14, 2012

Tooni Dear,
I love you and I am SO INCREDIBLY PROUD of you!! Know that my thoughts, prayers and support are with you. I cant wait to year of the amazing things God will use you to do in Uganda!!

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