About us

Our history

Safe Haven's founder and president, John Sagoe, had the vision for Safe Haven one night in 1993 when he had a dream in which he found himself in a playground in Ghana, surrounded by many happy children. The following night he had the same dream again, which led him to get involved with poor and underprivileged children. Initially, John started visiting and supporting children's homes, bringing them food and supporting them financially every time he travelled to Ghana.

Over the years, the vision evolved and matured into a strategy to change lives in Ghana, especially the lives of those who cannot fend for themselves, the children. After much planning and strategy, the Safe Haven Foster Home in Adenta, Ghana, opened its doors and welcomed 15 children aged 2 to 12 years, randomly selected from the government orphanage. These children were facing various social challenges such as abuse, neglect and poor health.

John Sagoe Full

John E. Sagoe

Founder

John Ekweonu Sagoe

John Sagoe was born in West Africa to Ghanaian-Nigerian parents.

He is a visionary, has an honorary doctorate in theology awarded by Bethel Christian University Detroit/Michigan (USA), is the founder of Safe Haven, senior pastor and founder of New International Church Switzerland, husband and father. John Ekweonu Sagoe's heart beats for those who are poor - spiritually, physically, financially or mentally.

His path took him through many professions, experiences and countries, learning to adapt easily and quickly winning the hearts of people through his humble attitude of service.

John Sagoe has become a Swiss citizen and lives with his family in Switzerland. He is happily married to Sandra Sagoe and has five daughters: Grace, Joy, Blessing, Favor and Mercy.

Our team

SandraSagoe

Sandra Sagoe

International Coordinator
NoemiKocher

Noemi Kocher

Administration
PriscillaKnechtli

Priscilla Knechtli

Public relations
DavidAwudi

David Awudi

Headmaster of NIC International School
DavidVivianYawson

David & Vivian Yawson

Head couple children's home
JenniferMograbi

Jennifer Mograbi

Fundraising

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