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Elizabeth Akua-Nyarko Patterson

b. 1985

Ghanaian social entrepreneur

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About Elizabeth Akua-Nyarko Patterson

Born 1985. Elizabeth Akua-Nyarko Patterson is a Ghanaian social entrepreneur and social entrepreneurship.

Elizabeth Akua Nyarko Patterson (born 1985) is a Ghanaian social entrepreneur and the founder and executive director of the non-profit organization Girls Education Initiative of Ghana (GEIG). She completed high school while recovering in hospital. GEIG supports girls in the Ashanti and Greater Accra regions, Patterson was named Vlisco Ambassador in 2015, because "despite all that had happened in her life, she has proven that disability is not inability. She has strong values and a big dream of ensuring all girls and women have equal footing in Ghana". She has been a TedxAccra speaker.

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Important facts

Born
2 January 1985, Kumasi
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Social entrepreneur, Social entrepreneurship
Nationality
Ghana
Education
Caldwell University, Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service
Positions held
Founder
Employers
Junior Achievement
Also known as
Elizabeth Akua Nyarko Patterson

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Elizabeth Akua-Nyarko Patterson?

Ghanaian social entrepreneur

When was Elizabeth Akua-Nyarko Patterson born?

Elizabeth Akua-Nyarko Patterson was born on 2 January 1985 in Kumasi.

What is Elizabeth Akua-Nyarko Patterson's occupation?

Elizabeth Akua-Nyarko Patterson is a social entrepreneur and social entrepreneurship.

What nationality is Elizabeth Akua-Nyarko Patterson?

Elizabeth Akua-Nyarko Patterson is Ghanaian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Elizabeth Akua-Nyarko Patterson

· Wikidata: Q61248006

· DBpedia: Elizabeth Akua-Nyarko Patterson

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