Adepeju Jaiyeoba

Adepeju Jaiyeoba awarded Yali Entrepreneurship 2014

Adepeju Jaiyeoba is a Nigerian social entrepreneur and advocate for maternal and child health. She is the founder of the Brown Button Foundation and Mother's Delivery Kit, organizations focused on improving healthcare outcomes for women and children in Nigeria.

Early Life and Education

Adepeju Jaiyeoba was born in Nigeria. She pursued her higher education at the Obafemi Awolowo University, where she studied law. Her interest in maternal health was sparked by the death of a close friend during childbirth, which motivated her to address the high rates of maternal and infant mortality in Nigeria.

Career

Brown Button Foundation

In 2011, Adepeju founded the Brown Button Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to reducing maternal and child mortality in Nigeria. The foundation provides training for birth attendants and healthcare workers, equipping them with the necessary skills to handle childbirth complications and emergencies.

Mother's Delivery Kit

Adepeju also established Mother's Delivery Kit, a social enterprise that produces affordable and sterile delivery kits for expectant mothers. These kits contain essential items needed for safe childbirth, such as antiseptic soap, a delivery mat, and a sterilized blade. The initiative aims to ensure that women, especially those in rural areas, have access to clean and safe delivery supplies.

Awards and Recognition

Adepeju Jaiyeoba's work has earned her numerous accolades. She was recognized as a Mandela Washington Fellow in 2014, a flagship program of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI). She has also been featured in various media outlets and has received awards for her contributions to public health and social entrepreneurship.

Impact

Through her initiatives, Adepeju has significantly impacted maternal and child health in Nigeria. The Brown Button Foundation and Mother's Delivery Kit have reached thousands of women, providing them with the resources and support needed for safe childbirth. Her efforts have also raised awareness about the importance of maternal health and the need for improved healthcare services in Nigeria.

Related Pages

• Maternal health
• Infant mortality
• Social entrepreneurship
• Public health
• Young African Leaders Initiative