Yolanda George-David | |
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Born | Yolanda George |
Nationality | Nigerian-American |
Alma mater | |
Occupation(s) | Medical Doctor, Radio Host, Humanitarian and Human Right ativist |
Years active | 2005–present |
Yolanda George-David also known as Aunt Landa is a Nigerian medical doctor, radio host (OAP) and humanitarian. She specializes in neurosurgery and was named a Vlisco Ambassador in 2018. [1] [2] [3]
Yolanda started her humanitarian work at the age of sixteen. [4] She graduated from the University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh before proceeding to the Harvard Medical School where she was trained as a neurosurgeon. She had her primary residency in obstetrics and gynaecology, and clinical and relational psychologist with a concentration in child development. [5]
As a humanitarian, Yolanda has helped counselled and empower over 25,000 sexually abused teenagers and has equipped them with key vocational and life skills through the Aunt Landa’s Bethel Foundation. [6] Her work include rehabilitating prostitutes and sexually abused children as well as fighting for the oppressed. Yolanda is also a host of radio shows such as 'Being Real with Aunt Landa' and 'Sharing Life Issues Weekend Special with Aunt Landa' both on 92.3 Inspiration FM. [7] [1]
In 2018, Yolanda was named a Vlisco Nigerian ambassador in recognition of her contributions to improving humanity and livelihood of the underprivileged. [8]
Yolanda is a Christian and she is married to David, a cardiologist of the Aunt Landa’s Bethel Foundation. [9]
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