A letter from the founder.
"I was once a girl who wondered whether the world had a plan for her. QueenVan Swint exists so no girl has to wonder again."
Dear friend of the girl child, when I began this work in 2015, I had no institution behind me — only a room, ten girls, a bag of books, and a promise. That promise still guides us.
Adolescence is where potential either blooms or breaks. In too many communities, girls reach this age and meet closed doors — early marriage, missed school, unspoken health struggles, silence where guidance should be.
QueenVan Swint is our answer. Every program we run is designed around one question: what does she need to keep going? Sometimes it's tuition. Sometimes it's a mentor who returns her call. Sometimes it's a nurse who explains her body without shame.
If this work stirs you, join us. As a volunteer, a mentor, a partner, or a donor. She is waiting on all of us.
— Dr. Vanessa Iheaggu
Professional Profile
Dr. Vanessa Iheaggu is a medical doctor and Senior Registrar at the Federal Medical Centre, Abuja, Nigeria, with a strong commitment to improving health outcomes through clinical excellence, advocacy, and community engagement. Her work extends beyond the hospital, reflecting a deep passion for empowering individuals and strengthening communities through education, mentorship, and service.
A dedicated advocate for adolescents and the girl child, Dr. Iheaggu is passionate about raising a generation of confident, healthy, and purpose-driven young people. She believes that mentorship, access to accurate health information, and positive role models are powerful tools for transforming lives. Through speaking engagements, mentorship programs, and community outreach initiatives, she inspires young people—especially girls—to embrace their potential, make informed life choices, and pursue excellence in education, leadership, and personal development.
Drawing from her experience as a clinician, Dr. Iheaggu speaks on topics including adolescent health, girls' empowerment, mental well-being, reproductive health education, women's health, leadership, resilience, and balancing career, family, and purpose. Her presentations combine medical expertise with practical insights, making complex health topics relatable and actionable for diverse audiences.
As a devoted wife and mother, Dr. Iheaggu brings authenticity and empathy to her work. She understands the importance of nurturing healthy families and believes that empowering women and investing in young people are essential to building stronger communities and a healthier society.
Driven by a vision of service and lasting impact, Dr. Vanessa Iheaggu is committed to partnering with organizations, schools, faith-based institutions, and community groups to promote health education, inspire positive change, and equip the next generation with the knowledge, confidence, and values needed to thrive.
Whether in the clinic, on stage, or within the community, Dr. Iheaggu remains dedicated to using her voice, expertise, and influence to improve lives and create opportunities for others to flourish.