Kunlé Oyedeji
Multi award-Winning Social Entrepreneur | Charity Leader | Mental Health Advocate
Kunlé Oyedeji is a highly respected and experienced charity leader, mental health advocate and multi award-winning social entrepreneur with over 20 years of dedicated service to some of the UK’s most vulnerable communities. Passionate about transformation and empowerment, Kunlé is best known as the Chief Executive of both The Cornerstone and The Empowerment Group, two organisations working at the heart of social change in the United Kingdom.
A dynamic and visionary leader, Kunlé has developed and overseen a wide range of impactful community programmes, addressing pressing social issues including mental health, food poverty, homelessness, unemployment, youth violence, and rehabilitation of ex-offenders. Under his stewardship, The Cornerstone has grown into a hub of hope, delivering grassroots initiatives such as food banks, international aid, prison outreach, leadership development and therapeutic support services.
In 2023, Kunlé was recognised nationally for his outstanding contribution to society when he was awarded the prestigious Coronation Champions Award by Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla. This honour celebrates his unwavering commitment to volunteering and community development, as well as his lifelong dedication to mental health advocacy and social inclusion.
Kunlé’s leadership is characterised by compassion, strategic thinking, and a deep belief in the potential of every individual. He has played a crucial role in designing and delivering therapeutic services, managing teams of qualified therapists, securing sustainable funding, and advising on policy and programme strategy. His role also extends to consultancy work, having provided guidance and training to numerous educational institutions, charities and social enterprises across the UK.
Throughout his career, Kunlé has partnered with organisations such as Southwark Council and The School for Social Entrepreneurs, serving as a grant panel member and mentor. He has also held influential positions including Clinical Care and Professional Lead for Mental Health in Southwark. His efforts have helped thousands of individuals rebuild their lives, find purpose, and regain stability.
His academic and professional qualifications span theology, psychology, counselling, HR studies and leadership development, enabling him to approach social issues with both rigour and empathy. As a qualified mental health first aider and adviser, Kunlé is committed to both frontline impact and long-term systemic change.
Whether speaking at national and international conferences, leading local community events, or delivering workshops in schools, Kunlé brings energy, integrity, and a profound sense of mission. His work continues to inspire a new generation of change makers who believe that lasting transformation begins in the heart of the community.
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