New York, NY – Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda, a renowned champion for women’s rights, is set to take on a crucial leadership role at the United Nations. She has been appointed Deputy Executive Director for Normative Support, UN System Coordination, and Programme Results at UN-Women, the global entity dedicated to advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment.
Gumbonzvanda brings a powerhouse of experience to this critical position. A human rights lawyer by training and activist at heart, she has dedicated her career to uplifting the lives of women and children, particularly in conflict zones. As the founder and leader of the Rozaria Memorial Trust in Zimbabwe, she spearheads initiatives that empower women and children through health, education, and entrepreneurial opportunities in resource-scarce communities.
Thank you @UNSG Mr @antonioguterres for the trust and confidence in me.
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— Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda (@vanyaradzayi) January 2, 2024Her impressive resume boasts previous leadership roles as General Secretary of the World Young Women’s Christian Association, where she empowered millions of young women globally and advocated fiercely for their rights. Gumbonzvanda has also served as a UNIFEM Regional Programming Director, a UNICEF Human Rights Officer, and a National Child Rights Adviser in Zimbabwe.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed his unwavering confidence in Gumbonzvanda, stating, “Her unwavering commitment to gender equality, coupled with her extensive experience in advocacy and program implementation, make her uniquely qualified to lead UN-Women’s efforts in these critical areas.”