Khensani Shivambu-Mabasa
Country: South Africa
Advocacy areas: Social justice, Human rights, GBV, SRHR, Climate change, Community empowerment
Languages: English, Xitsonga, Tshivenda, Sepedi, Isizulu, Sesotho
I am passionate about creating a world where everyone has equal access to resources, opportunities, and social justice. My work focuses on empowering marginalized communities, particularly women and girls, to claim their rights and live dignified lives.
Background:
Dedicated social worker with 8 years of experience in non-profit organizations, advocating for social justice and human rights. I am also committed to strengthening mental health through digital empowerment, I create and share content on social media that inspires, educates, and connects individuals in their journey towards wellness and self-care.
Areas of expertise:
Gender-Based Violence (GBV), HIV, Climate Change, Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR), community engagement, project management, and partnership building.
Current Projects:
Pursuing a Master’s degree in Social Work, specializing in GBV.
Affiliations:
Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI)
Women Deliver Conference 2023
Partnership for Maternal, Newborn & Child Health (PMNCH)
SAFAIDS Alumni
Mamandla Fellow.