Rotarian Ogundele Olayide Oluwafunmileyi, a distinguished member of the Rotary family, hails from Iporo-Ake in Abeokuta, Ogun State. With a degree in English Language from Obafemi Awolowo University and professional expertise in Customer Service, Project Management, and Administrative Management, Olayide’s journey spans 23 years, beginning as an Interactor in 2002.
A proud Paul Harris Fellow, she embodies humility, hard work, and a commitment to mentoring the youth, reflecting the core values of Rotary. As she steps into her role as President, she prioritises community-driven initiatives aimed at addressing critical issues like poor healthcare access and economic development, with an emphasis on sustainable projects such as the Pad A Girl Child program and vocational skill training for young people.
Olayide believes that true engagement starts with ownership and seeks to involve every member in the planning and execution of projects that align with their passions. By fostering a culture of recognition and celebrating successes, she aims to create a sense of purpose that energises her team.
With a vision to deepen the club’s impact in Maternal and Child Health and Basic Education while promoting youth inclusion through strengthened Interact and Rotaract clubs, Olayide’s leadership is characterised by empathy, creativity, and inclusiveness. As she forges partnerships with local health centres, NGOs, and government agencies, she is poised to inspire meaningful change and ensure that Rotary’s mission of service and hope resonates throughout her community.
