Country / Where did you grow up:
Manzini, Swaziland
Academic qualifications:
MPhil in HIV and AIDS Management from Stellenbosch University, South Africa and
B.A. Humanities, University of Swaziland in Eswatini
Experience:
I have worked in HIV and AIDS research and programming for the past 10 years, especially among Key Population (including sex workers, transgender, people who inject drugs and men who have sex with men). I have worked in different international non-governmental organisations in Eswatini, especially supporting the Ministry of Health programs. Part of my work includes creating an enabling environment for Key Population by addressing structural barriers through addressing human rights violations and reducing violence, stigma and discrimination.
Academic fields of interest:
Health, gender and human rights.
Position prior to the programme:
Technical Advisor at Family Health International (FHI) 360
