Brian Muziringa is a refugee in exile, human rights defender, environmentalist activist, being the founder and Executive Director of Disabled Migrants Rights Networking Organisation (DMRNO), doing advocacy, humanitarian outreach and lobbying on policy at different platforms on behalf of vulnerable groups. He is a researcher, educator and facilitator at Agri Wise Institute, with vast experience in social justice sector, a Lay preacher with Theology Qualification; Climate Change (NQ6), Livelihoods and Markets Certificate from Gordon Institute of Business Sciences (University of Pretoria, and Political Economy Certificates, NQ5 from University of Western Cape (UWS) School of Governance

John Dearden is the Founder and Executive Director of Afripons Systems Solutions which is Specializing in climate -smart small scale agribusiness, with 30 years’ experience experience, being a specialist in Agriculture, FMCG, Retail Management, Food Security which offers pioneers comprehensive training, mentorship programs to empower unemployed individuals, women, young persons, people with disability, vulnerable groups utilizing sustainable and climate friendly farming practices. Afriponics and Agri -Wise Institute, the latter he co-founded with like-minded individuals, partners with experienced agricultural professionals and market leader empowering participants to gain insights in the sector and personal development, fostering resilience in the face of challenges.

Yonela Sinqu is the Communications Officer for the Sisonke National Movement, where she leads efforts to amplify the voices of marginalised communities. With a strong background in journalism, public relations, and media strategy, she ensures the Movement’s mission of social justice and empowerment reaches a wide audience. Yonela’s work focuses on building meaningful connections through effective communication, using her platform to advocate for equality and human rights, and the decriminalisation of sex work in South Africa. She continues to champion the values of inclusivity and change through impactful storytelling and photography.