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Project Coordinator, uMngeni Unemployed Graduates Forum Sabelo Graham Xaba is the Founder and Project Coordinator of the uMngeni Unemployed Graduates Forum, bringing over seven years of experience in bridging academic knowledge with community-led action. His work focuses on advancing social justice, equity, and economic empowerment, particularly for women, girls, and gender non-conforming people. Through his leadership, he supports initiatives that … Read More

Head of Development, Imbeleko Foundation, Dr Seni Myeni Foundation Samkele Xaba is the Head of Development at Imbeleko Foundation, where she leads fundraising and strategic partnerships to expand opportunities for young people in rural KwaZulu-Natal. Her work focuses on advancing social justice and increasing access to education and economic participation for women and girls in underserved communities. Samkele works at … Read More

Country Coordinator, Fountain of Justice South Africa Dr. Denise Zambezi is a human rights lawyer and feminist strategist with over eight years of experience in legal advocacy, research, and resource mobilization. She serves as Country Coordinator for Fountain of Justice South Africa, where she leads initiatives to advance access to justice, legal education, and support services for women, girls, and … Read More

Founder and Executive Director, Pachedu LGBTIQ International Nyasha “Masi” Zhakata is a community organizer and human rights advocate, and the Founder and Executive Director of Pachedu LGBTIQ International, a refugee-led organization advancing the rights, visibility, and inclusion of LGBTIQ+ refugees and asylum seekers. Their work focuses on strengthening advocacy, policy engagement, and community-based programs that support marginalized populations displaced by … Read More

Advocacy and Research Officer, Centre for Applied Legal Studies Thuli Zulu is a human rights scholar and legal advocate committed to advancing sexual and reproductive justice, particularly for Black women and queer communities. As Advocacy and Research Officer at the Centre for Applied Legal Studies, Thuli leads community-based legal reform efforts that center access, dignity, and justice. With an LLB … Read More

Stakeholder and Engagement Associate, The Amazon Leadership Initiative Divine Yamulamba is a remarkable researcher, author, former French lecturer, entrepreneur, podcaster and philanthropist from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. She is passionate about literature, leadership and gender empowerment. She occupies the role of Stakeholder and Engagement Associate in the Award-winning Women-led organisation called The Amazon Leadership Initiative (TheALI) and ventures … Read More

Program Manager, Get Informed Youth Development Centre Samantha Vilakazi is a gender equity advocate and program leader focused on empowering women and girls through education, health, and violence prevention. As Program Manager at Get Informed Youth Development Centre, she oversees initiatives to prevent gender-based violence, HIV/AIDS, and teenage pregnancy. With a background in business management and frontline experience as a … Read More

Director, The Lusanda Sikhakhane Foundation Lusanda Sikhakhane is a fierce Law student, human rights defender and social entrepreneur who believes that justice should not be a privilege, it should be a right for all survivors of gender-based violence. As the Founder and Director of The Lusanda Sikhakhane Foundation, he has dedicated his work to supporting young girls, women, and the … Read More

Senior Campaigner, Amandla.mobi Tlou Seopa is a Senior Campaigner at amandla.mobi and a lead on economic justice campaigns. She is a firm believer in the power of accountability and justice and has worked in social advocacy for women, children, and vulnerable communities for over five years. Tlou has a journalism background and was awarded the Mail & Guardian Top 200 … Read More

Anti-Racism Program Manager, Ahmed Kathrada Foundation Rethabile Ratsomo is a dedicated advocate for social justice, youth empowerment, and legal advocacy. As Program Manager at the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation, she leads national campaigns that challenge systemic racism and promote civic participation, with a focus on access to education, SRHR, and legal rights for marginalized communities. Rethabile holds a BA in Law … Read More