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About 
mariama

I am a strategist, advisor, and systems thinker working at the intersection of gender equality, education, youth empowerment, and social development across Africa.

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My work is grounded in one core belief— lasting transformation happens when evidence-driven ideas, strong partnerships, and community-centered solutions come together.

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What I Bring

Over the past decade, I’ve worked across multiple countries supporting programs, policies, and partnerships that expand access to education, advance gender equality, and strengthen opportunities for young people.

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I’ve partnered with and contributed to the work of leading global and regional institutions including the World Bank, UN partners, and Africa-wide networks focused on girls’ education and gender equality. Across these roles, I’ve helped shape large-scale education initiatives, supported gender-responsive policy and planning processes, strengthened multi-stakeholder partnerships, and contributed to research, communications, and strategy that informed programs reaching millions of children and young people across West and Central Africa.

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Areas of Expertise

  • Gender equality strategy

  • Education systems reform

  • Youth empowerment and workforce pathways

  • Policy development and influence

  • Partnerships and donor engagement

  • Strategic communications and thought leadership

  • Research, MEL, and evidence-driven programming

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Why Organizations Work With Me

I help teams:

  • Turn ideas into funded initiatives

  • Strengthen programs for scale and sustainability

  • Navigate complex stakeholder landscapes

  • Translate research into action

  • Design strategies that lead to real systems change

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My Mission?

I am deeply committed to advancing dignity, opportunity, and equity across Africa by supporting the people and institutions working to build stronger, more inclusive systems.

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