Vice President & Director – Rooted in Compassion, Driven by Purpose
Born and raised in the vibrant town of Kumba in the South West Region of Cameroon, Akama Franklin is a passionate humanitarian with a lifelong commitment to community upliftment. His early experiences in Kumba shaped his understanding of the challenges faced by elders in underserved communities fueling his desire to bring hope and tangible change to their lives.
Contact us for assistanceAs Vice President and Director of Caring Hands for Elders, Akama plays a crucial leadership role in shaping the organization’s strategic direction. Working alongside Founder and CEO Aloysius Ombale Meloko, he helps guide the mission to serve elderly individuals with dignity, love, and consistent support. His leadership is marked by integrity, innovation, and a deep-rooted empathy for the aging population.
As Vice President and Director of Caring Hands for Elders, Akama plays a crucial leadership role in shaping the organization’s strategic direction. Working alongside Founder and CEO Aloysius Ombale Meloko, he helps guide the mission to serve elderly individuals with dignity, love, and consistent support. His leadership is marked by integrity, innovation, and a deep-rooted empathy for the aging population.
Akama’s contributions have been vital to the expansion of Caring Hands for Elders beyond Cameroon. His involvement in program development, resource mobilization, and team coordination has helped extend services to seniors across Cameroon and Cambodia. Under his direction, the organization continues to grow its impact and inspire others to act with compassion.
Through every project and partnership, Akama Franklin ensures that the voices of the elderly are heard and their needs are met. He believes that elders deserve not only care but also respect, recognition, and joy in their later years. His leadership remains a beacon of hope for communities where elders are often neglected or overlooked.
Caring Hands for Elders, we assist in our own little way to impact the community that they assist in taking care of us. It is our time to let them know they are more important and also deserve love and assistance
Caring Hands for Elders is a movement of compassion, dignity, and service dedicated to uplifting the lives of elderly individuals who are often forgotten by society. We believe that aging is not a burden it’s a beautiful part of life that deserves honor, care, and deep respect. Every elder has a story, and we are here to listen, support, and celebrate their journey.
Know MoreWhat began as a heartfelt calling by our founder, Aloysius Ombale Meloko, has grown into an international mission touching lives across Cameroon, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, and Cambodia. From urban slums to remote villages, we reach elders where they are bringing relief, connection, and hope. Our work is local in heart but global in impact.
Know MoreWe offer more than just charity. Our programs provide medical assistance, food, emotional and spiritual care, social support, and financial relief. Whether it’s a walking stick, a warm meal, or simply a listening ear, every act of service is rooted in love. We focus on restoring dignity ensuring no elder feels invisible or alone.
Know MoreCaring for our elders is a shared human responsibility. When we come together volunteers, donors, partners, and communities we create a world where aging is embraced, not feared. Every gift, every visit, and every kind word counts. Join us, and be a part of a movement that reminds the world: every elder matters.
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