Building a world of awareness, acceptance, inclusion and for every ability.
The Marvelous Meghan Foundation
Who We Are
The Lewuh Marvelous Meghan Foundation, founded by Seti Ouelega in partner with mother Sylvie Nguena and little sister Neeyo Ouelega, is a nonprofit born out of love, faith, and a deep commitment to creating opportunities for people with disabilities. Inspired by our sister and daughter, Meghan, who was diagnosed with profound autism at the age of four, our family came together to honor her journey by building a foundation that champions dignity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for every individual.
What began as a small family initiative has grown into a movement rooted in compassion, resilience, and the belief that no individual should be excluded from education or community life because of disability.
As a family, we understand the challenges that come with disability, and we also know the power of unconditional support. That is why we work together to provide educational resources, raise awareness, and open doors for children and families—locally in our community and internationally.
The Lewuh Marvelous Meghan Foundation is more than an organization; it is our family’s promise to carry forward Meghan’s legacy of strength, joy, and possibility so that every individual, regardless of ability, can learn, dream, and thrive.
"Disability is not a brave struggle, and not a sign of weakness. It’s an opportunity for the strongest people."
– Anne Wafula Strike
What We Do
01.
— We Find & Fund
We’ve identified children with disabilities in Africa whose families cannot afford school fees and provided the funding needed to cover tuition and basic educational supplies. Through campaigns like our most recent, Adopt a Backpack, we ensure that every child has the chance to learn and thrive.
02.
— We Build Networks
We connect families, schools, and community leaders to create strong support systems for children with disabilities. By collaborating across borders, we build bridges that expand opportunities both locally and internationally.
04.
— We Educate
Through our children’s book Marvelous Meghan: Our Big Sister, we visit elementary schools and community centers to spark conversations about acceptance, inclusion and disability awareness. We also use social media platforms to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and educate the public about developmental disabilities.
03.
— We Strengthen
We strengthen communities by sharing our family’s journey with disability and autism, inspiring resilience and inclusion. Whether through online storytelling or grassroots initiatives, we encourage families to embrace hope and advocate for lasting change.
Media Coverings
MocoShow: Local High Schooler and Middle Schooler Publish Children’s Book About Their Sister With Severe Autism
According to the authors, “In the book, we talk about life with our sister and how her behavior differs from other kids her age. We emphasize that our sister Meghan teaches us that while people with autism may experience things and express their feelings differently, they also just want to be loved and have fun. Our book is now being shared on multiple platforms including Amazon and Barnes & Noble under the title “Marvelous Meghan: Our Big Sister”.
FOX5 DC: Autism Awareness Month
Jacqueline joins youth authors Neeyo Ouelega and Seti Ouelega to talk about their new book honoring autism awareness.
Radio Balafon: 'Marvelous Meghan: Our Big Sister' presented on Radio Balafon
Our advocacy journey in Cameroon continued with an amazing opportunity to speak on Radio Balafon – Officiel —the #1 radio station in Central Africa!
AUTISME EXCHANGE : CAS DE LA MERVEILLEUSE MEGHAN notre grande-sœur.
Les auteurs : Neeyo, Seti et Sylvie Ouelega nous parlent de l’autisme: cas de leur grande-soeur LA MERVEILLEUSE MEGHAN.
MCPS Newsletter: Students Publish Children’s Book About Sister to Spread Awareness About Autism
Neeyo Ouelega, a sixth grader at Argyle Middle School, along with her sister Seti Ouelega, a junior at Watkins Mill High School and college freshman at Montgomery College have co-authored and self-published a children’s book titled “Marvelous Meghan: Our Big Sister” about their older sister who was diagnosed with autism at the age of four. The girls along with their family also spend time sharing their experiences and Meghan’s story with fellow classmates and staff at Argyle to help raise awareness during Autism Awareness month.
CRTV: 'Marvelous Meghan: Our Big Sister' presented on Cameroon Radio Television
We are truly grateful for the opportunity to advocate at the national level in Cameroon. A huge thank you to Anchor Lady Amy Banda for hosting us — first live on her radio talk show and then on her TV show, Action Woman on CRTV News.
Voice of America: 'Marvelous Meghan: Our Big Sister' presented on Vous et Nous from Voice of America
These two remarkable sisters co-wrote and self-published a touching children’s book titled Marvelous Meghan: Our Big Sister. Their book tells the story of their older sister Meghan, who was diagnosed with autism at the age of four. Through this beautifully written book, Neeyo and Seti aim to raise awareness about autism and share Meghan’s story with the world.