Maureen Sibanda Shonge

Background

About Maureen Sibanda Shonge

Governance and Human Rights Expert Over 15 years of experience focused on the design of human rights, children’s rights and gender equality programmes. Managed human rights education programmes, conducted legal analysis, research and situational analysis on violence against women, transitional justice, access to justice and the protection of human rights for vulnerable and marginalized groups such as prisoners. Past assignments and collaboration with CSOs, government ministries and other regional and international organizations. Excellent facilitation skills and ability to engage effectively with senior policy and decision makers. An influencer of policy through evidence-based research to promote accountability and transparency within state institutions such as Parliament, Constitutional Bodies and Government Ministries. Strong appreciation of strategies to influence legislative and policy making. Proven track record in advocacy, community mobilization, collaboration and the coordination of sector wide intervention for the protection of human rights. Extensive knowledge of international law and regional human rights systems. Key understanding of the work of the African Union and regional economic committees.