Afa Ikparen is the Founder of Myom Community Outreach, a Christian faith–driven initiative dedicated to helping individuals and families in underserved communities live healthier, fuller lives. Her passion for community health is rooted in her personal healing from ovarian cysts and fibroids, and the loss of her aunt to cervical cancer—experiences that inspired her to ensure others have access to timely care and lifesaving information.

Since establishing Myom in December 2021, Afa has led outreaches that have reached thousands of people with free medical care, medicines, and health education, working closely with partner organizations and churches. She holds a Master’s in Public Health and works actively in health policy, program development, business development, and community engagement.

Afa also mentors young public health professionals, helping to build a new generation of skilled and compassionate health leaders. Her work is anchored in faith, service, and compassion, and she continues to champion the belief that everyone deserves the chance to live well.