Team profile
George E. Ako
M.Ed., LMSW, U.S. Army CPT (Ret.)
A continued commitment to service.
George E. Ako, M.Ed., LMSW, U.S. Army CPT (Ret.), is a Ghana-born U.S. Army combat veteran and an experienced behavioral-health and early-intervention professional. His goal is to translate his U.S. service experience into a sustainable nonprofit resource for Ghanaian children and families. The initiative reflects a continued commitment to service, integrity, resilience, accountability, and measurable impact.
Statement of independence
Mariel Early Intervention LLC is an independent private organization. It is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by the U.S. Army or the U.S. Department of Defense.
Talk to MarielGhana context
A commitment to thoughtful development.
Mariel serves families across New York City’s five boroughs and Ghana. George’s stated goal is to develop a sustainable nonprofit resource for Ghanaian children and families.
Planning note for Ghana
All clinical services will be developed in accordance with Ghanaian law and delivered by, or under the supervision of, appropriately qualified and licensed professionals.
Selected context and compliance references
- Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection — Early Childhood Care and Development policy
Policy background on early childhood care, development and inclusion in Ghana.
- UNICEF — Situation Analysis of Children and Adolescents in Ghana (2026)
Examines inequalities and system bottlenecks affecting equitable access to quality services.
- Allied Health Professions Council, Ghana
Information on the regulation of allied health training and practice under Act 857.
These references provide background context. They do not imply endorsement of Mariel or establish that any individual or service has been licensed or approved.