I am Stephanie Marigu M., a dedicated Human Rights Advocate with a robust background in the legal field. As an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, I bring over five years of experience in programmatic implementation and contributing to socio-economic development through the lens of Human Rights advocacy, Gender Justice, and Democratic Governance. I have a proven track record of providing technical and administrative input and excel at leading cross-functional teams to achieve program goals with excellence.

Work Experience:

• Legal Advisor, Global Justice Group (Ongoing)

• National Coordinator, East African Civil Society Organisations’ Forum – Kenya Chapter (Hosted by CCGD) (2022)

• Legal Advocacy & Support Officer, Collaborative Centre for Gender & Development (Host, EACSOF-K) (2020-2021)

• Social Work:

  • Pro-bono Lawyer at AsinuLi & Associates, supporting victims and survivors of SGBV to access justice.
  • Co-Founder of ThisGirLCan Initiative, implementing SRHR initiatives for girls and young women in rural Kenya.

Education:

• Masters Degree in International Relations & Diplomacy, Kenyatta University (Ongoing)
• Post-Graduate Diploma in Law, Kenya School of Law (2019-2021)
• Bachelor of Laws, University of Nairobi (2015-2018)