As a teenager, Rita noticed how young people were used as weapons of war in the Liberia war. With that understanding she thought of how she can guide young people to be agents of peace and well-being.

She developed the urge to help young people in need. Unknowing to her, this passion will turn into a full time job.

In spite of losing her mum in high school, she persevered to finish her secondary and tertiary education with first class honors.

Rita has worked in the development sector for over 20 years. She is currently a Program Manager at the Department for International Development (DfID), Nigeria. She is passionate about young people which led to supporting the founding of Eagles Club, a community-based mentorship program developing young people in to full stature. She currently acts as the patron of the club.

Rita is married with 2 kids. You can find Rita on Linkedin (Rita Tetteh), Facebook (Rita Dzifa Tetteh) and email her at dzifrit@gmail.com.