Prof. Dr. Najya Muhammed, Ph. D
Chairperson, Board of Directors
Dr. Najya Muhammed is an academic and development expert currently serving as the Chairperson of HAKI Africa. A Senior Lecturer and Coordinator at Pwani University’s Mombasa Campus, she holds a Ph.D. in Photochemistry from Loughborough University, UK. With extensive experience in scientific research, higher education, and grassroots empowerment, Dr. Najya has led and participated in numerous research and development initiatives focused on environmental sustainability, agriculture, and water quality. She is a passionate advocate for education, gender equality, and community development and brings a wealth of leadership and mentorship to HAKI Africa’s mission of advancing human rights and social justice.
Board Secretary and Senior Advocate - Kenya
Passionate Human Rights Defender, Feminist
Les Aspin Fellow, Foreign Policy, Politics, Governance
Strategist | Organizer | Mobilizer | Mentor | Change Driver | Edward S. Mason Fellow
Passionate Human Rights Defender, Activist, Teacher
Journalist | Human Rights Defender | Climate Justice Advocate
Finance | Project Management | PCVE Consultant | Researcher | Rapporteur
Certified Public Accountant
Human Rights Defender Activist | Youth, Peace and Climate Justice Advocate
Hospitality | Front Office Secretary | Organizer
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya | PCVE Consultant
Administration and Procurement | Secretary | Activist