Biography

Joan is a Community Development graduate from Scott Christian University, Machakos. With a deep passion for working with young people and communities at the grassroots level she has hands-on experience in community mobilization, facilitation, and advocacy, having supported youth employability programs and engaged young people on important issues such as Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights.

Joan is a warm, approachable, and dedicated team player who has a natural ability to connect with people and create safe, inclusive spaces where young people can freely learn, share, and grow. She is skilled in field outreach, group facilitation, and project implementation, and brings both empathy and energy to her work.

She strongly believes that lasting change comes when communities are empowered to lead their own development. Joan is committed to driving positive change and continues to build her career as a development practitioner focused on youth empowerment, livelihoods, and community-led transformation.