Founder of the Smiles of Hope Foundation, Valeria Adzo Adzatia, has been named the Overall Impact Maker of the Year at the 2026 JoyNews Impact Makers Awards, held at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra.

She was recognised for her outstanding work in supporting amputees through counselling, rehabilitation, and peer mentorship, helping many regain confidence and reintegrate into society with dignity.

Through her foundation, Ms. Adzatia has reached thousands of beneficiaries across Ghana, providing emotional and social support systems that have transformed the lives of persons living with limb loss.

Her initiative focuses on restoring hope and independence among amputees, many of whom often face stigma and social exclusion after their experiences.

The Smiles of Hope Foundation has become a critical support network, offering structured counselling and rehabilitation programmes while also connecting beneficiaries to peers who share similar experiences.

Organisers of the awards described her impact as transformative, noting that her work reflects the spirit of the initiative, which celebrates individuals who are directly improving lives within their communities.

The JoyNews Impact Makers Awards continue to honour Ghanaians who are driving change through selfless service in health, education, social development, and other key sectors.

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