Mbolatiana Raveloarimisa is an activist, militant for social justice and human rights. She is also a columnist for the largest newspaper in Madagascar and a lecturer at the University of Antananarivo. She holds a Diploma of Advanced Studies in Geography. She is currently doing a Master II in Human Rights.Professionally, is the Senior Executive Manager …
Monique Rodrigues do Prado is a Human rights Defender and Researcher & Lawyer. On-Demand Fellow of African Descendant Social Entrepreneurship (2023). Former United Nations fellow (2022). Selected one of the Young Leaders of Latin America by the American program YLAI (2021). As a master’s degree student of Humanities and human rights at the biggest University …
Hamzat Lawal (Hamzy!) is an activist who has successfully led grassroots campaigns in over 40 African countries with over nine years experience in the non-profit sector and specializes in practical issues associated with Climate Change, Open Data, advocacy campaigns and development policies as it affects rural communities. Hamzy is also the Co-Founder of Follow The …
Nelly Cheboi is the founder of TechLit Africa, an organization that teaches digital skills in rural primary schools, and the winner of the 2022 CNN Hero award. Nelly Cheboi grew up in poverty in rural Kenya, struggling with basic sustenance and education. Cheboi ultimately received a scholarship in America, worked odd jobs to support her …
Amaka Amatokwu-Ndekwu is a multi-award winning hospitality and tourism professional. Over fourteen years as a hospitality expert, consultant, and analyst in Africa and the United States, known for her tenacity, strong drive, passion, and leadership. She is an inspirational industry leader with a demonstrated track record of being results-oriented, a visionary, and change agent. She …
Kim Smouter is the Director General, European Network Against Racism (ENAR) with a mandate to guide its institutional development and operations. He is in charge of organisational, financial, and administrative management of ENAR and its Foundation, supervising a talented team of experts. For 9+ years, he led ESOMAR’s Public Affairs and Professional Standards teams and …
Joseph Olivier Mendo’o is the Head of the African Youth Delegation in China. He is a Cameroonian and got his Ph.D. from the Peking University School of International Studies. He is also the Co-founder of the China-Africa Youth Federation (CAYF). During his stay in China, he dedicated his time to volunteering in over 35 Chinese …
Aysha Jones is the Founder of Black Lives Matter; Sweden and an early disruptor in the fashion and beauty industry. She is the CEO of By Aysha Jones and owner of FÄRG MAKEUP, awarded for both her entrepreneurship and activism, blogger and columnist at one of Sweden’s largest feministic magazines. Aysha lectures on issues regarding …
Dami Falade is the CEO and Founder of Instituto ÈKÓ, a center for learning yorùbá language, history and culture. Congratulations!! Please note: To nominate other high achievers of African Descent Worldwide, visit http://www.mipad.org/nominate To become a MIPADian, enroll for Connectology: A Practical Guide to Connect for Success www.mipad.org/connectology To begin to think and operate like a true MIPADian, enroll …
Aziza Taylor is the Founder, Own Your Narrative 54. She is an expert storyteller, culture cultivator and brand & content strategist. She seeks to live in and help build a world where the untold narratives of the past and present “everyday” heroines and heroes from marginalized and minoritized communities are amplified. She is also dedicated …