Brenda Anugwom

Brenda Anugwom is a distinguished leader with over two decades of dedicated service in the fields of justice, gender equality, and social development. As the newly appointed CEO of the Nigerian Women Trust Fund (NWTF) to support women’s rights, political participation, and social development through various programs and initiatives, Brenda brings a remarkable portfolio of experience and expertise. She has held key positions in various organisations, including serving as a Legal Advisor to Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) in South Sudan and contributing significantly to research on discriminatory laws related to violence against women in Africa.

Brenda’s leadership experience is evident from her past role as a Country Advisor and Consultant for Policy Vault Africa, where she skillfully facilitated strategic partnerships with government agencies, contributing significantly to the digitization of government policies and laws. Her expertise in procurement and legal matters is exemplified through her role as a Procurement Legal Expert for the Nigerian Governors Forum, where she played a pivotal role in guiding all 36 Nigerian states to align their Public Procurement Laws with international standards.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Brenda actively engages in speaking engagements and facilitation roles on critical topics such as gender-based violence, women’s political participation, and human rights. She is also a skilled trainer, equipping individuals and organisations with effective project management and advocacy skills.

Academically, Brenda holds a Master of Laws (LL.M) in Rule of Law for Development from Loyola University Chicago and a Barrister at Law (B.L) from the Nigerian Law School. Brenda’s impact is evident in her unwavering dedication to making a lasting difference in the lives of women and marginalized communities.