About Northshea

I’m Charity Malia Dinko, and I founded Northshea as a mission-driven social enterprise dedicated to producing high-quality, organic, and unrefined shea butter, while creating real change in Northern Ghana. After moving to the U.S. in 2010, I stayed deeply connected to the challenges women face back home, especially those affected by the exploitative practices of the shea industry. What started as a simple school feeding program has grown into something much bigger. Today, Northshea provides jobs to hardworking mothers and supports education in underserved communities. One milestone I'm especially proud of is donating desks to a rural school, giving over 400 students and teachers a comfortable place to learn, no longer needing to sit on the floor. Since launching in 2018, Northshea has been more than just skincare. It’s a movement that blends beauty with purpose, proving that business can be a powerful force for empowerment, sustainability, and lasting impact.Read their story