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Mwende Carolyne

@mwendecarolyne

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Passionate advocate for women's empowerment and community safety.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that allows me to further advocate for women's rights and community safety while fostering collaboration and learning.

I am a passionate and detail-oriented professional with a Bachelor’s degree in Criminology and Security Behavior. My work focuses on research, capacity development, and advocacy, particularly in advancing women’s empowerment and gender equality in rural communities. I have a strong foundation in social justice systems and community safety, which drives my commitment to these causes.

As a Community Gender Outreach Facilitator with World Vision Kenya, I conduct awareness sessions and workshops for women, helping them understand their rights and access resources. My experience as an Academic Researcher has allowed me to lead projects on criminology and gender-based violence, delivering tailored research outputs and policy briefs. I pride myself on my strong organizational and interpersonal skills, which enable me to collaborate effectively with diverse groups and stakeholders.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Academic Researcher

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Self Employed

Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 6 months)

Led research projects focused on criminology, gender-based violence, and community justice topics. Consulted with clients to deliver tailored, well-documented research outputs and policy briefs, coordinating timelines and project deliverables for multiple clients simultaneously.

Research Data Collection Project Coordination Criminology

Current

Community Gender Outreach Facilitator

Current

World Vision Kenya

Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 6 months)

Conducted awareness sessions and small-group workshops for women in rural areas on gender rights, leadership, and access to resources. Supported women’s organizations in identifying local advocacy issues and developing action plans, collaborating with other facilitators and stakeholders in training design and delivery.

Gender Focused Training Facilitation Advocacy Cross Cultural Communication

Huduma Namba Registration Clerk

Government of Kenya

Jan 2019 - Dec 2019 (11 months)

Registered citizens and guided them through the national biometric registration process. Ensured accurate and confidential handling of sensitive data, and efficiently directed clients to appropriate support services while resolving front-line challenges.

Data Registration Customer Service Problem Solving Confidentiality

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Kisii University

Bachelor of Arts, Criminology and Security Behavior

2018 - 2022

Grade: Second Class Upper Honors

Obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Security Behavior with Second Class Upper Honors. The curriculum focused on understanding social justice systems, community safety, and human rights.