Charlene Charmwakat Makai is a Human Development and Policy Specialist with nearly 12 years of experience in administration, policy design, and human capital development. She has worked extensively in corporate governance, strategic planning, and sustainable development within both government and non-governmental sectors. She served for 11 years at the Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission (NCPC), leading the Research Division before becoming Chief of Protocol for four years, where she contributed to policy development, diplomatic engagements, and strategic program implementation. Charlene is the Founder and Country Director of Empower Her for Africa, an initiative that has successfully reintegrated over 100 out-of-school girls into education and empowered women with economic independence skills. Her work extends to peacebuilding, conflict mediation, and corporate governance research. Academically, she holds an MSc in International Relations from the University of East London, a BA in History from the University of Maiduguri, and a Certificate in Leadership and Digital Transformation from Texas Southern University, Houston, USA. She is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Public Diplomacy and Management and the Institute of Corporate Administration, Nigeria. Charlene is a published researcher with works on education, gender equality, corporate governance, and conflict resolution in reputable journals. Some of her recent publications include: • “AI Learning-Driven Optimization of Microgrid Systems for Rural Electrification and Economic Empowerment” – Engineering Science & Technology Journal (2024) • “Empowering Women in Agricultural Supply Chains: Unlocking Potential for Sustainable Development and Inclusive Growth” – International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews (2024) • “Religio-Political Terrorism and the Ideological Roots of Boko Haram” – International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews (2024) • “Breaking Barriers: The Impact of Girls’ Education on Poverty Eradication in Northern Nigeria” – World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews (2024) • “Women in STEM: Breaking Barriers and Building the Future” – International Journal of Science and Research Archive (2025) • “Advancing Girls’ Education by Integrating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Equitable Opportunities” – International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews (2025) Charlene actively shares her research and insights on: 🔹 LinkedIn: Charlene Makai 🔹 ResearchGate: Charlene Makai Fluent in English and Hausa, with growing proficiency in French, Charlene is committed to driving policy reforms, education initiatives, and inclusive growth for a sustainable future.