Reverend Father Kingsley Ihejirika, PhD, is a dedicated humanitarian and spiritual leader. He founded and directs:

1. Divine Mercy International Widows & Orphans Organization (DMIWOO)
2. Divine Mercy American International Academy (DMAIA)
3. Divine Mercy Medical Center (DMMC), subsidiaries of DMIWOO

Currently, Father Ihejirika serves as Administrator of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish in Northampton Massachusetts.

His inspiring life story and philanthropic vision are chronicled in his memoir, “‘Reawakening Hope: The Mission of a Motherless Child.’

Professor Chieke E. Ihejirika is a renowned academic and community leader who serves as the Chair of the Political Science Department at Lincoln University in Pennsylvania, USA. As the second Igbo man to teach Political Science at Lincoln University, following in the footsteps of Nnamdi Azikiwe, he has made significant contributions to the field.

His achievements have been recognized with prestigious awards, including the first Freedom and Peace Award and the Nnamdi Azikiwe Professor of Political Science

Beyond his academic accomplishments, Professor Ihejirika is a dedicated advocate for community development, including the Igbo Development Initiative(IDI), an organization whose cardinal mission is the development of Alaigbo.

As a founding member and current Nigerian Ambassador of the DMIWOO PROJECT, he has facilitated numerous medical mission outreaches to provide relief to communities in dire need. His ultimate vision is to bridge the healthcare gap for the people of his native county and Igoland, ensuring access to quality and affordable medical care.

Professor Emmanuel “Manny” Ihejirika is a Faculty Member of the Lincoln University, USA. As a founding member and financial secretary of the DMIWOO PROJECT, Professor Manny has played a vital role in facilitating medical mission outreaches to provide essential care to underserved communities. He is driven to make quality, affordable healthcare a reality in areas where access is severely limited.
As a seasoned academic with remarkable experiences in business administration and management, Professor Manny brings valuable skills and experience to the DMIWOO PROJECT, advancing its mission to deliver critical medical assistance and relief.

After obtaining his Behavioral Neuroscience degree at Northeastern University in Boston, Dr. Osuji went on to obtain his Medical Degree & Masters in Public Health (Epidemiology) degrees from the Indiana University School of Medicine. He is completing his general surgery residency at the University of Massachusetts- Baystate, with goals of becoming an MIS-trained community general surgeon. Throughout his training, he has created organizations such as the Vital Healing Project and 7 Elements, based on his interests in mental health and global health, respectively. As a surgeon, he is particularly interested in surgical education and global surgery. In his free time, he enjoys reading the players tribune articles, playing basketball, and spending time with his family.

Roseline Chiuwa is a health enthusiast with a robust background in nursing, she began her career as an ICU nurse, where she honed her skills in critical care. She continued to emergency medicine and psychiatry. Driven by a desire to deepen her expertise, Roseline pursued a Master’s degree in Nursing, specializing in Mental Health.

Her clinical focus integrates mental health with comprehensive patient care, emphasizing holistic approaches in diverse populations. Roseline has a profound interest in enhancing healthcare systems in Africa, particularly in Nigeria, where she aims to contribute to the development of sustainable health services. The mission remains to expand access to quality healthcare and address health challenges on a global scale.

Gabriel N. Odok Jr. is an accomplished healthcare professional and finance expert with an MBA and Master of Finance from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, USA  , and a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Calabar, Nigeria. He currently serves as a Manager in the Global Commercial Organization (GCO) at Amgen Inc.- a leading biotech company in the United States, where he leverages his expertise in corporate strategy, market research, and clinical insights to drive innovative healthcare solutions.

With a deep passion for improving healthcare delivery, Dr. Odok brings a unique blend of medical, financial, and strategic skills to the board. He has extensive experience in clinical research, healthcare consulting, and financial due diligence, with a focus on advancing healthcare innovations for underserved populations.

His ongoing research efforts, particularly in diagnostics for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease in diabetic patients, further highlight his commitment to improving public health outcomes. Dr. Odok’s visionary leadership and forward-thinking approach are invaluable assets to our hospital’s mission.

I am only a man. Love God and the World. We all have struggles but I want to and live to help those that I can help. God bless us all. It is all we really have.

Dr. Perrino received his undergraduate degree from Villanova University and later his doctorate in Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 1990. He spent over 30 years practicing Optometry, most of which has been spent at his private practice in the diverse inner city of New Haven, Connecticut. He has a passion for diagnosing and treating glaucoma and also lectures to other doctors on the subject. Interestingly, Nigeria has perhaps the highest prevalence of glaucoma in the world.
He considers his greatness accomplishments that of being a husband and a father of 3 children. He also has been very active with activities at his Parish including a music ministry, bible studies, preparing catechumens and serving as a Eucharistic minister for over 15 years. Outside of work and family life his favorite pastimes are fishing, golf and chess.