we build the practice of inclusion — in communities, businesses and government.
a note from david owumi
Salt House Foundation for Inclusion Research and Innovation exists because inclusion cannot remain a policy line or a marketing statement. It has to be built — into hiring rooms, service counters, public budgets and community forums.
Across our three divisions, we combine grassroots programming, business consulting, and governance oversight to help organisations move from intention to measurable practice. We believe an inclusive Africa is a more prosperous Africa — for every person, community and institution.
Thank you for your interest in advanncing inclusion and making our work possible. Whether you are a partner, a member, or a first-time visitor, you are welcome in this house. Get in touch.
— david owumi, director
To make inclusion work — turning equal access from principle into daily practice for every person, community and organisation in Africa.
A continent where equitable representation and access are default operating standards for institutions.
what we exist to deliver
enhanced representation
Ensure every person's voice is heard in decisions that shape their communities and institutions.
increased civic engagement
Cultivate equal participation, from local governance to organisational policies.
greater accountability
Build systems that measure, monitor and answer for inclusion outcomes.
economic growth
Unlock the productive potential of inclusive workplaces, services and markets.
eight protected characteristics.
Our work centres these overlapping dimensions of identity and lived experience.
Every life stage, from youth to older age.
Gender identity and expression across all roles.
Ethnic and national identity in all its diversity.
Physical, sensory, cognitive and invisible disabilities.
People with caring responsibilities at home.
Protection and support through pregnancy and after.
Faith, belief and freedom of conscience.
Single, married, partnered, separated or widowed.
how we measure the work
advance representation
Elevate under-represented voices in policy, workplace and community forums.
build inclusive institutions
Support organisations to embed inclusion into governance, hiring and operations.
drive measurable accountability
Publish gap reports and equip institutions with tools to track progress transparently.
grow an african inclusion movement
Convene practitioners, leaders and citizens through programs, media and awards.
the people making it work
david owumi
Leads Salt House Africa's strategy across community, business and governance divisions.
funmi ogunjobi
Oversees program design, delivery and partner engagement across divisions.
benedicta sechivir
Co-author of the Disability Inclusion guide; leads workplace inclusion practice.
mbetobong john
Runs day-to-day operations and member experience across the Salt House network.