I am Kinyanjui Alexander, a seasoned Psychologist with over 8 years of extensive experience in
both public and private sectors. Holding leadership roles as an MHPSS Lead and National
Coordinator for Clinical Psychologists, I specialize in project coordination and counseling for
diverse groups, including youths, adolescents, and individuals from various backgrounds.

Experience

MHPSS Lead, Clinical Psychologist
Ministry of Health | Kericho, Kenya | Aug 2021 – Current

• Lead in planning MHPSS training and developing referral networks.
• Provide clinical supervision and consultation, specializing in older people’s mental health.

Project Coordinator, Consultant
ICAS Kenya | Nairobi, Kenya | Jul 2019 – Jan 2020

• Designed a call center for gambling addicts in partnership with Betika Kenya.
• Planned and implemented programs, achieving high customer satisfaction levels.

Counselor, Adolescent and Youth SRHR
LVCT Health | Nairobi, Kenya | Jun 2017 – Jun 2019

• Disseminated SRHR information through various channels.
• Advocated for clients and lobbied for changes in community settings.

Trauma Counselor & HIV Testing Services
St John’s Ambulance | Nairobi, Kenya | Oct 2016 – Jun 2017*

• Conducted risk assessments and provided short-term therapy.
• Maintained detailed records, ensuring client confidentiality.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapist**
Kaizora Institute | Nairobi, Kenya | Jan 2015 – Jun 2016*

• Assisted students with behavior and learning difficulties.
• Engaged in play to assess physical and mental limitations.

Education

University of Nairobi | Nairobi, Kenya | Master of Psychology : Community Psychology | Sept

2023

Moi University | Eldoret, Kenya | Bachelor of Arts : Psychology | Sep 2016

Zetech University | Nairobi, Kenya | Diploma : IT (Networking) | Apr 2013

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine | COVID -19: Psychological First Aid (PFA) | 2022

Psychological First Aid (PFA), Quality Rights (QA) and COVID-19 MHPSS Tools & Guidelines

Ministry of Health | 2020

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine | COVID -19: Tackling the Novel Coronavirus

Public Health England | 2020

NASCOP | Nairobi, Kenya | HIV Testing Services (HTS) | 2016

I am dedicated to leveraging my skills and experience to contribute meaningfully to the broader

field of mental well-being and climate on a global scale.

Inaya is a Year 11 student at Jumeriah College Dubai. Being a student of geography and sciences, she is particularly interested in the impacts of climate change and how to reduce greenhouse gas emmissions.

My name is Isaac Chirambo from Malawi, I am 21 years old. I recently
completed my bachelor’s degree in Environmental Management from the
University of Livingstonia. I am interested to volunteer I am eager to
contribute to the management and promotion of conservation efforts with
my country.

As a dedicated advocate for sustainability, I believe that empowering
youth is pivotal in fostering positive change. I am committed to leading
and mobilizing fellow young individuals to actively participate in
conservation initiatives, ensuring a sustainable future for our planet.

Studying Psychology with minors in Behavioural Sciences and Anthropology at Mcgill University. Passionate about integrating climate education into early learning.

My name is Brenda Wanjue, a registered clinical nutritionist
based in Kenya with over a year experience in Nutrition in the hospital
set up. I have worked for Kenyatta National Hospital and Embu Level 5
hospital one for my practical attachment and the other for my
internship. Currently I work in retail as a retail Sales Manager as a
full-time job and for part time i am a Jivo Trusted Partner, a medical
travel organization that helps patients in Africa get access to
affordable treatment in the best hospitals in India. I have just
completed my volunteer work with UN volunteers with a company known as
World Climate Center (WCC) as an agriculture research writer. I am very
passionate about agriculture and the environment at large and that’s why
I will be very happy to join the team.

For education I have a Bachelor of Science in Food Nutrition and
Dietetics. I am also part of the oxford school of climate change doing a
short course on  Climate Change. I have also attended training and
program which was organized by AMREF Africa in conjunction with United
States Embassy. Currently I am also doing a short course on full
scholarship sponsored by Microsoft and UNITAR.

Studying Law at the University of Cambridge. Passionate about legal reform to integrate sustainability and climate change.

Undergoing studies for a Bachelor of Agricultural Technology in Agricultural and Resource Economics at the Federal University of Technology, Akure.

Interested in Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability.

Studying Psychology and Brain Sciences with a minor in Business at Boston University. Passionate about integrating ESG into corporate agendas.

I am gary Chanigia Saragih, interested to learn about nature and climate change, i was join some event about enviromental. I really enjoy to work with the team, and contribute for earth. Here my related experienced:
Youth Activist Plastic Smart Cities WWF 2022
Student of The Oxford
School of Climate Change 2023
Mentor of event #40daysnoplasticchallenge 2023
Human Resource of Eco grow event from Merakit Asa 2023

Studying Psychology at the University of British Columbia. Passionate about wildlife and nature conservancies.

Studying History at Kings College London. Passionate about ancient agricultural techniques and forest preservation.

I’m Muhammed Nihal, the Deputy Headboy and  Under Secretary General of MUN  at Pace International School. I’m passionate about sustainability and global diplomacy, and I’ve led various youth initiatives, including the C.A.P. @ Expo City, Dubai. I’m excited to contribute to Yalla Mangroves’ mission and help make a positive environmental impact along with my fellow ambassadors.

Aadam Warsi is year 13 student at Dubai College. He has a very strong interest in Geopolitics and Geography. He is particularly interested to use his knowledge to help support the environmental challenges.

Ameen Zaidi is year 13 student at Dubai College. He has a very strong interest in philosophy and has researched heavily into it’s application in sustainability and agriculture. He is particularly interested to use his knowledge to help address environmental issues in a business setting, to help balance growth and profit with environmental responsability.