Emma Kalea Chigwenembe

Emma Kalea Chigwenembe is a Malawian women’s human rights defender with professional expertise in program management and coordination for 10 years in nongovernmental organizations and humanitarian work. Emma is an active human rights defender who specializes in supporting and promoting the rights of vulnerable and minority groups in Malawi.  Emma currently serves as a Project Manager at the Gender and Justice Unit. Her role at GJU is to oversee the implementation of organizational goals and objectives, including reviewing budgets and planning events.  Emma has a Master’s Degree in Development Studies and a Bachelor’s Degree in Arts (Humanities), both obtained from Chancellor College, a constituent of the University of Malawi. She is a qualified trainer for Frontline Defenders Organization in Southern Africa. Currently, sitting as a Board Chairperson for the Girls Empowerment Network (GENET) and as the Chairperson for the Women Human Rights Defenders Steering Committee in Malawi.