Essential Resources for Community Empowerment
Advisors
Meet our Experts
Our Advisory Board is made up of a dedicated group of passionate experts who volunteer their time and knowledge to support our mission. Each member brings unique expertise, which they generously make available to guide our strategic decisions and assist with specific projects and tasks as needed. They also play an invaluable role in helping us expand our network, offering insights into best practices, and recommending ways to continually improve our work. We are immensely grateful for their unwavering support and commitment, which strengthens our impact and drives our organization forward.
Mr. Carlo Merla
Senior Development Expert
Our advisory board is enriched by a senior development expert with extensive global experience in civil society, governance, and capacity-building initiatives. With leadership roles across Africa, Latin America, and Europe, including his current work leading the EU Civil Society Operational Facility, he brings a wealth of insight into strategic civil society engagement. His tenure as Chair of the Board of Directors for Publish What You Pay and leadership roles with NIRAS International Consulting, GIZ, and UNDP underline his commitment to strengthening civil society structures worldwide. His depth of experience in directing multi-donor funds and supporting policy development across countries like Botswana and Madagascar empowers our organization to effectively structure, fund, and evaluate our initiatives. His guidance is invaluable in refining our approaches to sustainable development, allowing us to draw on best practices and innovative strategies that support our mission and impact.
Mr. Ndanji David Leseted
Senior Advisor, Community Development & Capacity Building
Ndanji David Lesetedi is a highly experienced development consultant with over 15 years of expertise advancing inclusive practices for marginalized communities. Specializing in capacity building, stakeholder collaboration, and community engagement, Ndanji has led numerous initiatives to strengthen the institutional and operational capacities of organizations in human rights, education, and social justice. With deep expertise in designing Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) systems, he ensures meaningful and impactful program outcomes. Through his work with local organizations, governments, and international partners, Ndanji fosters collaboration and empowers communities for long-term, sustainable development.
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