Ms. Mary Mwachiti is a human rights defender based in Mombasa Kenya with over seven years experience in the field of advocacy, democracy, peace building and preventing violent extremism. She has experience in gender analysis in different setups, mediation, women rights, development, peace building, conflict mitigation, preventing/countering violent extremism (P/CVE) early warning/response and communication.

Through her communication and networking skills both locally and internationally, Mary strives to develop and nurture young generations to become responsible citizens through mentorship programs, youth forums and other outreach means. Her focus is on the use of mentorship and media; mentoring identified youths at risk in her area by using circles of friendship and storytelling.

In September 2020, Mary participated and was a drafter of Caucaus Number 3 in the just concluded 23rd International Model United Nations held in Tanzania. Mary is currently the project lead of iDove Africa across Border Messaging Program- Harnnessing the potential of traditional storytelling to prevent violent extremism.