Keynote Speakers
Dr. Lina Digolo
Paediatrician & Clinical Epidemiologist, Kenya
Dr. Lina Digolo
Paediatrician & Clinical Epidemiologist, Kenya
Dr. Lina Digolo is a paediatrician and clinical epidemiologist with over 15 years of experience as a technical expert in health system strengthening, research, policy development, and service delivery. She has a strong interest in bridging the gap between research evidence and practical implementation.
Lina possesses extensive expertise in assisting national
governments, civil society organizations, bilateral and
philanthropic donors, and UN agencies in utilizing evidence for policymaking and designing programs, primarily in the Global South. She has conducted several on violence against women and children in Kenya, most of which have been pivotal in shaping policy and service delivery guidelines.
Lina has actively contributed to developing, reviewing, and disseminating various national and international policies and guidelines related to the prevention of violence against children and women.
Andréa Santos Souza
Lecturer, Kenya
Andréa Santos Souza
Lecturer, Kenya
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Deepak Raj Sapkota
Executive Director of Karuna Foundation Nepal
Deepak Raj Sapkota
Executive Director of Karuna Foundation Nepal
Deepak Raj Sapkota, the Executive Director of Karuna
Foundation Nepal and Honorary Consul of the Netherlands to Nepal, is a distinguished advocate for child welfare and inclusive development. Serving as a key member of the Central Child Justice Committee of Nepal, his extensive career includes leadership roles at Karuna Foundation Netherlands and the Association of International Non-Governmental Organizations in Nepal. With eight years at the Nepal Children’s Organization and a pioneering term as the first Executive Director of the Central Child Welfare Board, Deepak brings unparalleled expertise to the field. His areas of impact span children’s rights, disability prevention, community-based rehabilitation, public health, and inclusive development policymaking. He holds a Masters in Advanced Studies in Children’s Rights from the University of Fribourg, Switzerland. Mr. Sapkota seamlessly blends academic rigor with hands-on experience, making him an invaluable keynote speaker for the International Conference on Child Protection, sharing insights and perspectives crucial for advancing the cause of child wellbeing globally.
Plenary Speakers
Dr. Lina Digolo
Paediatrician & Clinical Epidemiologist, Kenya
Dr. Lina Digolo
Paediatrician & Clinical Epidemiologist, Kenya
Dr. Lina Digolo is a paediatrician and clinical epidemiologist with over 15 years of experience as a technical expert in health system strengthening, research, policy development, and service delivery. She has a strong interest in bridging the gap between research evidence and practical implementation.
Lina possesses extensive expertise in assisting national
governments, civil society organizations, bilateral and
philanthropic donors, and UN agencies in utilizing evidence for policymaking and designing programs, primarily in the Global South. She has conducted several on violence against women and children in Kenya, most of which have been pivotal in shaping policy and service delivery guidelines.
Lina has actively contributed to developing, reviewing, and disseminating various national and international policies and guidelines related to the prevention of violence against children and women.
Deepak Raj Sapkota
Executive Director of Karuna Foundation Nepal
Deepak Raj Sapkota
Executive Director of Karuna Foundation Nepal
Deepak Raj Sapkota, the Executive Director of Karuna
Foundation Nepal and Honorary Consul of the Netherlands to Nepal, is a distinguished advocate for child welfare and inclusive development. Serving as a key member of the Central Child Justice Committee of Nepal, his extensive career includes leadership roles at Karuna Foundation Netherlands and the Association of International Non-Governmental Organizations in Nepal. With eight years at the Nepal Children’s Organization and a pioneering term as the first Executive Director of the Central Child Welfare Board, Deepak brings unparalleled expertise to the field. His areas of impact span children’s rights, disability prevention, community-based rehabilitation, public health, and inclusive development policymaking. He holds a Masters in Advanced Studies in Children’s Rights from the University of Fribourg, Switzerland. Mr. Sapkota seamlessly blends academic rigor with hands-on experience, making him an invaluable keynote speaker for the International Conference on Child Protection, sharing insights and perspectives crucial for advancing the cause of child wellbeing globally.
Andréa Santos Souza
Lecturer, Kenya
Andréa Santos Souza
Lecturer, Kenya
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Ruth Juliet Gachanja
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and expert in child rights and anti-human trafficking
Ruth Juliet Gachanja
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and expert in child rights and anti-human trafficking
Ms. Ruth Juliet Nyambura Gachanja, a distinguished
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and expert in child rights and anti-human trafficking, holds an LLM in International Children’s Rights and an LLM in Minorities, Rights, and the Law. With a career spanning two decades, she has significantly contributed to impactful projects addressing policy gaps in children’s rights. Her global engagement includes reporting to UN bodies, and she plays a pivotal role in shaping future legal professionals as a Lecturer at Kabarak University and Child Justice Advisor to the Chief Justice of Kenya. Beyond academia, she has influenced legislative initiatives, chaired the Justice Working Group under Alliance 8.7, and led Love Justice International-Kenya. Ms. Gachanja’s commitment to child rights exemplifies her dedication to creating a safer world for children.