Biography

Gladwell Watiri Mwangi is an Economics and Statistics professional with a strong interest in understanding how evidence, policy, and community action can contribute to meaningful change. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Statistics from Mount Kenya University and is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Economics. Through her experience as a Research Assistant at the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics and as a Policy Trainee at the Institute of Economic Affairs, Gladwell has developed practical skills in research, data collection, policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement.

Beyond her professional interests, Gladwell is passionate about working with young people and supporting communities to identify and address challenges in ways that are meaningful to them. As she begins her volunteer journey, she is particularly interested in youth empowerment and Community-Led Development (CLD). She believes that young people have valuable ideas, abilities, and perspectives that can contribute to positive change when they are given the opportunity to participate and lead. Through this experience, Gladwell hopes to learn from communities, support locally driven initiatives, and contribute to creating spaces where young people can build their confidence, strengthen their skills, and take an active role in shaping the future of their communities.