Meet The Founders
The Olds Not Old Foundation was founded by Dr. Chetachukwu Amalu, a passionate global health advocate committed to improving the lives of elderly populations in Africa.
Dr. Amalu experiences working in healthcare in Nigeria opened her eyes to the alarming lack of support and resources for elderly citizens, particularly in rural and marginalized communities. As she recounts, "When my attending and I searched about elderly safeguarding in Nigeria, we were devastated to learn that 'Nigeria has no functional national policy on the care and welfare of older persons.'" This harsh reality reflected a broader global crisis that Dr. Amalu was determined to address.
Drawing from her medical training and research background, Dr. Amalu established the Olds Not Old Foundation to "address the global challenge of aging populations through education, health monitoring, and innovative healthcare solutions." Under her leadership, the organization has implemented impactful programs that leverage technology, community engagement, and evidence-based practices to enhance the wellbeing of the elderly.
"The success of these programs has shown that aging populations represent a growing global public health challenge that requires evidence-based solutions and international collaboration," reflects Dr. Amalu.
With a vision to scale her work globally, Dr. Amalu is pursuing advanced training in global health to further develop innovative, sustainable approaches to elderly care. As she explains, "Through partnerships with international organizations and local healthcare facilities, we've demonstrated that community-level interventions can significantly improve health outcomes for geriatric populations in resource-limited settings."
Guided by her passion and commitment to creating a healthier, more inclusive world for the elderly, Dr. Chetachukwu Amalu continues to lead the Olds Not Old Foundation in its mission to redefine the aging experiences
The Olds Not Old Foundation was co-founded by Edward Ojukwu, a dedicated engineer with a strong commitment to improving the quality of life for elderly populations in Africa.
Having spent part of his early life abroad, Edward was exposed to healthcare systems that, while not perfect, offered consistent support for aging populations. However, upon returning to Nigeria to work as an engineer, he was struck by the stark contrast: in many communities, elderly people were living without access to basic care, assistive tools, or social support.
This disparity left a lasting impression. It planted the seed for what would later become a personal mission, to use engineering and community action to address the critical gaps in elder care in Africa.
Driven by this vision, Edward co-founded the Olds Not Old Foundation. The organization promotes dignity in aging through grassroots health outreach, education programs, and the development of simple assistive devices tailored to the local environment.
With a background in mechanical design and a growing interest in medical devices, Edward contributes a unique engineering perspective to the foundation’s work, particularly in conceptualizing and designing tools that support mobility, safety, and independent living for older adults.
Under his leadership, the foundation has initiated public awareness campaigns, grassroots health workshops, and early-stage development of affordable assistive tools that can be produced locally to meet the needs of aging communities.
“Our elders are a living archive of wisdom and resilience,” Edward says. “Caring for them isn’t charity, it’s an investment in our own values and future.”
Today, Edward continues to drive the foundation forward, guided by a simple but powerful belief: that every older person deserves to age with dignity, security, and a sense of belonging.