Hi, I’m Mariam Adeola Gbadebo, a communications and media strategist with 14+ years of experience spanning broadcasting, development communications, and AI-driven storytelling. I design and drive high-impact strategies that shape public discourse, boost engagement, and support policy and advocacy across gender, governance, public health, and sustainability. I lead MAG Foundation as Founding Executive Director, taking full ownership of strategy, communications, partnerships, and operations in resource-constrained settings. I’m a multilingual communicator (English, Yoruba, and French DELF B1) with a track record in AI-powered storytelling, transcription, and content production, collaborating with corporate bodies, governments, and development partners.

Mariam Adeola Gbadebo

Hi, I’m Mariam Adeola Gbadebo, a communications and media strategist with 14+ years of experience spanning broadcasting, development communications, and AI-driven storytelling. I design and drive high-impact strategies that shape public discourse, boost engagement, and support policy and advocacy across gender, governance, public health, and sustainability. I lead MAG Foundation as Founding Executive Director, taking full ownership of strategy, communications, partnerships, and operations in resource-constrained settings. I’m a multilingual communicator (English, Yoruba, and French DELF B1) with a track record in AI-powered storytelling, transcription, and content production, collaborating with corporate bodies, governments, and development partners.

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Hi, I’m Mariam Adeola Gbadebo, a communications and media strategist with 14+ years of experience spanning broadcasting, development communications, and AI-driven storytelling. I design and drive high-impact strategies that shape public discourse, boost engagement, and support policy and advocacy across gender, governance, public health, and sustainability.

I lead MAG Foundation as Founding Executive Director, taking full ownership of strategy, communications, partnerships, and operations in resource-constrained settings. I’m a multilingual communicator (English, Yoruba, and French DELF B1) with a track record in AI-powered storytelling, transcription, and content production, collaborating with corporate bodies, governments, and development partners.

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Language

English
Fluent
Yoruba
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Founding Executive Director & Communications Lead at MAG Foundation
January 1, 2023 - Present
Lead a mission-driven nonprofit advancing gender equality, governance, and sustainability through strategic communication, advocacy, and community-based programming. Responsible for communications strategy, partnerships, program design, and day-to-day operations in a resource-constrained environment.
Event Host, Moderator & Conference Facilitator at Freelance
January 1, 2023 - Present
Moderated and hosted high-level events across governance, health, gender, and development sectors; facilitated stakeholder engagement with policymakers, development partners, and institutional leaders; delivered structured event narratives to enhance audience engagement and knowledge dissemination.
Rapporteur / Documentation Specialist (Development Sector Engagements) at Freelance
January 1, 2023 - Present
Documented high-level policy dialogues, workshops, and multi-stakeholder engagements; produced structured reports capturing insights, outcomes, and strategic recommendations; supported development partners including UNDP and Federal Ministries.
Broadcaster | Content Strategist | Voice Actor at Splash 105.5FM (West-Midland Communications)
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2022
Hosted and produced radio programs focused on governance, gender, and social issues; led content strategy for flagship programs; voiced radio dramas, commercials, and advocacy campaigns; conducted interviews and managed live broadcasts.
Presenter | Producer | Content Strategist at Fresh 105.5FM (Yinka Ayefele Ltd.)
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
Hosted daily radio shows; developed content and supported production workflows; delivered voiceovers for commercials and advocacy campaigns.
Presenter | Studio Manager at DAAR Communications (RayPower /AIT)
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2015
Anchored shows and supported studio operations; contributed to live broadcasts and content production.

Education

Master of Communication & Language Arts (Broadcasting & Journalism) at University of Ibadan
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021
B.Sc. Industrial Chemistry at Olabisi Onabanjo University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006

Qualifications

DELF B1 – French Language Proficiency
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
YouthRise Nigeria Media Fellow (Drug Policy & Public Health)
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
Advanced Disinformation, Fact-Checking & Cybersecurity (CJID/Casa Africa)
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
Gender & Intersectionality – edX (University of Iceland)
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
UN Women Certifications (Gender Equality & GBV)
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
Foundations of Project Management – Coursera
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
Digital Marketing – Google
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
Copywriting – Alison
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
Sun tzu & Blue Ocean Strategy – ACLSD Global Consulting
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Healthcare, Education, Government