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Founder and Executive Director, African Woman Global Network Eunice Kinyanjui Ngari is a passionate human rights lawyer and Certified Professional Mediator with a strong commitment to social justice, gender equality, and community empowerment. As the Founder of the African Woman Global Network, she leads impactful initiatives that provide legal aid, promote policy reform, and amplify the voices of women, youth, … Read More

Program Officer, Women Challenged to Challenge Vera Robi is a disability rights and SRHR advocate dedicated to inclusive development. As Program Officer at Women Challenged to Challenge, she leads projects that advance the rights of women and girls with disabilities and champions access to disability-friendly health services. Vera holds a Bachelor’s in Mass Communication from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture … Read More

Founder and Executive Director, Nivishe Community Based Organization Amisa Rashid Ahmed is a multi-award-winning mental health practitioner, neuropsychologist, and the Founder of Nivishe Foundation, delivering culturally sensitive mental health care to marginalized communities. A neurodiverse leader from Kenya’s Nubian community, Amisa is known for pioneering innovations like AmisaGPT, a Swahili-language AI mental health chatbot. She has been recognized as one … Read More

Director of Programmes, Inua Kike Community Based Organization Joseph Allobbeh is a gender equality advocate with over nine years of experience in community empowerment. As Director of Programmes at Inua Kike, he leads community-based initiatives to expand access to education, SRHR, and safe spaces, particularly for women and girls with and without disabilities. He holds a bachelor’s in Business and … Read More

Chief Communication & Storytelling Officer, Awake Youth Initiative Debby Bility is a communications powerhouse transforming grassroots stories into social change. As Chief Communication Officer at Awake Youth Initiative, she amplifies the voices of young changemakers through digital media, strategic storytelling, and advocacy. A YALI Fellow and Global Schools Advocate, Debby brings expertise in development communication, digital engagement, and knowledge management. … Read More

Executive Director, Husisha Initiative Charles Chege is a visual artist, storyteller, and the Executive Director of Husisha Initiative, a Kenyan NGO which he founded in 2018. He uses partnerships, storytelling, and expertise to empower marginalized communities and craft impactful content. His “Utata Comics” series reaches over 60,000 youth monthly, driving awareness on girls’ rights and harmful gender norms. Charles champions … Read More

Founder and Director, Dear Little Sister Foundation Daisy Kosgey is a socio-development researcher and award-winning author dedicated to ending teenage pregnancy and child marriage. As Founding Director of Dear Little Sister Foundation, she has reached over 12,000 teenagers and 2,700 parents through training and sensitization programs. With more than 13 years of experience across sectors, she specializes in gender and … Read More

Founder and Director, G-Revive Youth Organization Mary David Ndinda is a legal professional and youth policy advocate dedicated to gender equity and inclusive policy reform. As the Founder of G-Revive Youth Organization, she leads national and regional efforts to elevate youth voices, promote SRHR, and influence systems that prioritize dignity and justice. Mary holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) and … Read More

Gender Officer, Regional Education Learning Initiative Africa Edith Nyamwange is a gender specialist and educator advancing inclusive education across East Africa. As Gender Officer at RELI Africa, she leads the network’s gender strategy and leads the Girls’ Education Program and Community of Practice in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. Her work addresses school-related gender-based violence, early pregnancy, and poverty through safe, … Read More

Executive Director, Intersex Kenya Education and Advocacy Frankie Robert Kibagendi is a longtime advocate for intersex rights and the founder of Intersex Kenya Education and Advocacy (IKEA). With over 13 years of experience, he works to eliminate stigma, push for legal recognition, and empower intersex children and adolescents. Frankie holds a Diploma in Community Development and has received recognition from … Read More