Our Team

The people behind the programs and experiences

People and purpose

Meet the Daakyepa team

Our team combines local knowledge, strategy, creativity, and volunteer experience to help people serve, immerse, and explore in Ghana.

Ishmael Korley, Director of Operations

Ishmael Korley

Director of Operations

Background: Ghana-based operations leader and host for Daakyepa experiences.

Experience: Volunteer hosting, local coordination, cultural guidance, and trip planning.

Why they serve: To help people experience Ghana beyond tourism through genuine service, welcome, and connection.

Augustine Boadi, Director of Strategy

Augustine Boadi

Director of Strategy

Background: Leads the strategic direction behind Daakyepa’s programs and partnerships.

Experience: Planning initiatives, shaping priorities, and helping turn ideas into practical action.

Why they serve: To help Daakyepa grow responsibly while keeping community needs at the centre of its work.

Philomena Appiah, Project Coordinator

Philomena Appiah

Project Coordinator

Background: Coordinates Daakyepa’s day-to-day project delivery and volunteer placement support.

Experience: Project coordination, volunteer onboarding support, partner liaison, and keeping schedules and activities running smoothly.

Why they serve: To make sure every volunteer and community partner has a clear, well-supported experience from arrival to departure.

Sandra Izcaray, Content Manager

Sandra Izcaray

Content Manager

Background: Supports Daakyepa’s communication and storytelling work.

Experience: Creating clear content that shares volunteer experiences, programs, and community updates.

Why they serve: To make the mission easier to understand and help more people connect with the work.

Wolfinson Worlanyo, Graphic Designer

Wolfinson Worlanyo

Graphic Designer

Background: Works across visual communication and creative design for Daakyepa.

Experience: Developing visual materials that give the initiative a clear, welcoming identity.

Why they serve: To make community stories and opportunities visible, memorable, and easy to engage with.

Jonathan Kennedy, Ambassador

Jonathan Kennedy

Ambassador

Background: Brings a volunteer’s perspective to Daakyepa’s ambassador community.

Experience: Sharing first-hand experience of cultural exchange, service, and connection in Ghana.

Why they serve: To encourage others to take part in meaningful experiences and support local communities.

Be part of the journey

Ready to serve, immerse, and explore?

Join the Daakyepa community and help make meaningful experiences possible for volunteers and local partners in Ghana.