Country / Where did you grow up:
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Academic qualifications:
Bachelor of Laws Honours Degree, University of Zimbabwe
Experience:
Opal is a registered Legal Practitioner and Conveyancer. She completed her Law Degree at the University of Zimbabwe in 2014 and worked as a Legal Officer at Justice for Children. She has 5 years of experience working in the child rights sector. She has expertise in both criminal and civil litigation in child-related matters. She has been actively involved in strengthening the capacity of stakeholders, children and communities on child protection laws. Opal has also been actively involved in lobbying and advocating for policy reform on issues affecting children in Zimbabwe.
Academic fields of interest:
Children's Rights
Position prior to the programme:
Legal Officer at Justice for Children
