About Ngorli Community Interest Company
Dedicated to empowering children, young people, and families across Watford Borough and Hertfordshire through education, mentorship, and practical community support.
What Does Ngorli Mean?
The word Ngorli (ŋgↄli) originates from the Ewe language spoken in Ghana, Togo, and Benin. It carries a profound and uplifting meaning: "there is hope for the future."
Ngorli was founded in 2017 by Rhoda Amezado to support children and families in the local Watford community. Originally focused on boosting pupils' proficiency and confidence in mathematics and English language, Ngorli quickly recognised that supporting the overall stability and well-being of the family unit is vital for young people to truly flourish.
Our Vision
Our vision is to foster an inclusive community where individuals are empowered to maximize their capabilities, thus paving the way for a fairer, more prosperous, and united society for everyone.
Ngorli CIC aspires to serve as a guiding light of empowerment and assistance in Watford, nurturing an environment characterized by continual learning, personal development, and mutual respect.
Our Mission
Ngorli Community Interest Company empowers individuals through education, mentorship, and comprehensive support services. From structured tuition programs for school-age children to positive mentorship through youth clubs and essential assistance for adults, we foster personal growth to create a brighter future for all.
We believe education extends far beyond formal academics — it encompasses the world around us, life skills, self-belief, and civic contribution.
Addressing Needs at Four Community Levels
Many local families facing low incomes or language barriers struggle with complex communications from local authorities, healthcare, and landlords. We provide holistic solutions:
Grassroots Food Bank
Distributing non-perishable food and essential hygiene parcels, offering both emergency relief and a trustworthy gateway to our broader community services.
Tuition & Literacy Support
Helping adults and youth comprehend official communications, letters, and forms, guiding them through vital administrative processes with dignity.
Employment & CV Schooling
Structured CV preparation, explaining job listings and interview expectations, and assisting adults to present their strengths effectively.
Youth Club & Culture
Recreational opportunities for young people and adults through Saturday AfroBashment music/dance and safe youth club mentoring.
Meet Our Leadership Team
Our passionate board and coordinators bring decades of professional experience across accounting, healthcare, education, safeguarding, and youth work.
Rhoda Elorm Amezado
CEO & Founder Director
Trained Accountant with Degree in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University (ACCA partial certification). Holds HNC & HND in Health and Social Care. Extensive teaching experience and currently works for the NHS Watford.
Lizette Danso-Ahenda
Chair of the Board
Guiding organisational governance, strategic growth, community relations, and advocacy for underserved Watford families.
Edem Kobinah Hudekpor
Director & Secretary
Overseeing regulatory compliance, company administration, and strategic programme development across Hertfordshire.
Lewis Johnson
Treasurer
Financial steward ensuring fiscal accountability, robust budget management, and transparent allocation of grant and donor funds.
Olivia Adubofour
Safeguarding Officer & Lead Tutor
Designated Safeguarding Lead responsible for child welfare, DBS compliance, and curriculum coordination for primary learners.
Stellar Frimpong
Volunteer Coordinator
Connecting energetic community volunteers, mentors, and tutors with programmes that make a lasting difference.
Charle Ahenda-Bengo
Board Member
Advising on youth development, community partnerships, cultural arts engagement, and grassroots outreach.
Recognised & Accredited Community Partner
Ngorli CIC is appointed as an accredited Community Advisor for our community with the Hertfordshire Constabulary (West Hertfordshire Police), and works in close partnership with Hertfordshire County Council, Watford Borough Council, W3RT, and Hertfordshire Community Foundation.