Hubert Kinkoh

Member

With close to a decade of experience, Hubert is a seasoned researcher in peace, security, and governance. Beyond academia, Hubert has extensive experience in designing and implementing donor-funded programs at the nexus of peace, security, governance, and development. He strongly believes in the power of connections and collaboration, defining peace as a life free from fear and want.

A powerhouse in peacebuilding! With 20 years of experience in International Relations, Disaster Risk Management, and International Development, he’s taught, researched and consulted across East Africa and Asia. As a Non-Executive Director for Africa at the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP), he is revolutionizing global perspectives on peace. Mr Odaba also inspires future leaders as a visiting scholar at the Makerere University Rotary Peace Center in Kampala.

Dr. Dan N. Odaba

Member

Board of Directors

OUR STAFF

Joy Muthoni Gitau

Executive Director

Joy Gitau is a dynamic and visionary leader with extensive experience in community engagement and advocacy, Joy's dedication to conflict resolution is evident through her involvement in developing national mediation standards and facilitating Conciliation Training in Kenya. Committed to peacebuilding, she empowers diverse communities and fosters inclusive dialogue, exemplifying a passion for positive societal change through mentorship and knowledge exchange.

Debby Bility

Communications Lead

Debby Bility is a passionate storyteller who has mastered the art of telling compelling stories that effectively share an organization's journey, illuminate the significant impact of projects and build emotional connections with audiences. She is constantly driven by the desire to accelerate positive change through meaningful contributions, and firmly believes in the transformative power of communication to enlighten, educate, and inspire change.

Sharon Naserian

Programs Officer

Sharon Naserian is driven by a strong work ethic and a passion for social change and continues to be a driving force in promoting peaceful conflict resolution and advancing mediation practices in Kenya and beyond. She has been instrumental in establishing and running the Mediation Trainers Association, aimed at pushing for self-regulation and standardization to ensure quality mediation training. As the Programs Officer, Sharon is actively involved in research activities to improve the organization's projects, initiatives, and mediation programs, using findings to bring about significant change.

Jane Mwiti

Finance & Admin Officer

Serving as our devoted Finance and Administration Officer, Jane is a valuable member of the team. Amani Communities Africa (ACA) benefits from her vast experience and depth of knowledge, which she contributes to our organization to help us attain excellence in organizational management. Every work she completes demonstrates her dedication to the organization’s vision goal and her contributions are essential to the progress of ACA.

Martin Koome

Admin Support

Martin is an invaluable asset to our team as our dedicated office assistant. He continuously provides outstanding support services with strong loyalty and commitment, he consistently delivers exceptional support services, ensuring the seamless functioning of our office. His diligence and reliability are evident in every task he undertakes, making him an indispensable member of our workplace community. Martin’s positive attitude and willingness to go above and beyond embody the ethos of dedicated service, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of our operations.

Joshua Mati

Intern

Joshua Mati is driven by a passion for youth empowerment, leadership, and the transformative power of creative expression. He has an educational background in International Relations and Peace Studies from Daystar University. Joshua has the ultimate goal of encouraging those around him to search for inner peace. He believes that peace is a state in which there are no disturbances from the outside world and no internal turmoil, which allows people to live in harmony and freely express themselves.

Scott Martha

Intern

Joy Mathenge

Volunteer