Sibahle Zuma
Civil society, Human Rights, Policy-making and Legislation, Peace-building, Education and youth participation
Köln , DE
I am a dedicated advocate for human rights, youth and climate change activism, inspired by my father's UN peacekeeping stories. With a Bachelor's in Political Sciences and Legal Studies, a Bachelor of Laws, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Public Policy, I manage the International Democracy Platform and support the Life as an Activist project at Democracy International. My work includes research, project coordination, and global campaign support at Amnesty International and CIVICUS.
DETAILS
CONTACT
Democracy International
Rosrather Str.482
51107 Köln
Germanyzuma@democracy-international.org
QUICK FACTS
- Manages the International Democracy Platform and supports the Life as an Activist project at Democracy International.
- Authored Amnesty International's 2023 Annual Report entries on Zambia and Zimbabwe.
- Played a key role in developing South Africa's first-ever Youth Climate Action Plan.
- Presented statements at international forums such as the United Nations Human Rights Council and the ACHPR.
WHAT I CAN OFFER
WHAT I'M INTERESTED IN
- Youth Activism
- Youth Participation in policy making
- Participatory forms of democracy
- Climate Activism
HISTORY
I have led impactful research and advocacy projects at Amnesty International and CIVICUS, focusing on human rights, youth participation, and climate change. Currently, I manage the International Democracy Platform and support the Life as an Activist project at Democracy International. My work is inspired by my father's UN peacekeeping experiences.
