Meet Betty Kakoma, a nominee for the outstanding SDG1 Advocate of the Year.

Betty Kakoma, a nominee for the esteemed SDG1 Advocate of the Year award, is a young journalist and humanitarian advocate. She currently serves as a presenter at Radio Christian Voice, where she tirelessly works towards building strong communities. 

Her proactive involvement in initiatives advocating for sustainable development goals has been particularly focused on combatting poverty within communities in Zambia and worldwide. Betty has established collaborative partnerships with numerous organisations, including 2410 Media Network on Child Rights and Development, Advocacy for Child Justice, Zambian Voice, the Global Youth Network, Courageous Youth Team, and Heavenly World Peace Restoration of Light. 

Betty’s impact goes beyond the local level, as she has participated in national dialogues and outreach programs at both local and international levels. Her tireless efforts have been vital in not only conceptualizing but also executing programs and projects aimed at eradicating poverty and fostering sustainable development.

In her role as a youth mentor, Betty has positively impacted over 100 young individuals, furthering her commitment to community development. She has been actively engaged in activities such as national election sensitization and monitoring, policy dialogue meetings, community outreach, and research reporting programs. Her dedication to advocating for sustainable development goals, governance, and peace journalism has resulted in tangible policy changes and the establishment of robust global networks.

Betty’s passion and dedication to effecting meaningful change crosses borders, and she continues to be a fervent advocate for the sustainability and development of vulnerable communities.

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