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My name is Dr. Godian Ejiogu

I am often described as independent, authentic, and self-reliant, with a social and compassionate outlook rooted in a spirituality that emphasizes being at home in oneself. Born and raised in West Africa, my Roman Catholic upbringing intertwined with African spirituality and culture, giving me early exposure to interfaith and multireligious living. This foundation shaped my approach to life, work, and relationships, enabling me to navigate diverse cultural and spiritual contexts with ease.

In the 1990s, I trained in the Netherlands as a Roman Catholic pastoral worker, serving in parishes, urban programs in Amsterdam, Haarlem, and Rotterdam, as well as migrant, street, and drug outreach. Living with native Dutch people in monasteries, seminaries, and raising three children from a mixed marriage deepened my understanding of Dutch culture, diversity, and spirituality. I have worked as a spiritual caregiver across North Holland, South Holland, and Flevoland, specializing in culturally sensitive care for people of African descent, counseling mixed couples, and training professionals in diversity and intercultural work.

My work is driven by a desire to close gaps in access to spiritual and mental support, especially for people with migration backgrounds facing financial or cultural barriers. Faith and spirituality play a central role in this community yet are often overlooked in mainstream assistance. Guided by values like loyalty, inner peace, human dignity, and cross-cultural connection, I aim to promote understanding, compassion, and meaningful relationships. Writing, creating training materials, and public education are ways I extend this mission, ensuring everyone in the Netherlands has access to well-being and spiritual guidance.