Our Team
Moritz Stumpe
Programme and Research Manager
Moritz is a generalist with a focus on data and research. He has worked in the private, public, and non-profit sector. In 2023, he went through Charity Entrepreneurship's Research Training Program. He holds a Master’s in International Relations and a Bachelor’s in International Business Studies.
Jenna Hiscock
Community and Ops Coordinator
Jenna holds a Master's degree in Historical Studies and an Honours degree in Development Studies. She has a keen interest in the interplay between humans, animals, and the environment in relation to politics, and has previously worked as a vegan chef with experience in various cause areas within the NGO sector. Based in South Africa, Jenna is passionate about connecting with and meeting fellow advocates in Africa.
Lynn Tan
Co-Founder
Lynn graduated from the University of Cambridge with an MPhil in Translational Biomedical Research. She participated in Charity Entrepreneurship's 2020 incubation program to learn the fundamentals of creating and operating an effective nonprofit organisation. Before the program, she has worked in research, strategy, and operations in a healthcare-focused social enterprise and a mental health startup. Lynn co-founded Effective Altruism Malaysia and volunteered as a Regional Rep for The Humane League UK.
Advisors
Dr. Calvin Solomon Onyango
Dr. Onyango is a Kenyan representative for the OIE Animal Welfare Focal Point serving in the capacity of an animal welfare champion. He has over 15 years of experience in community development, project management, veterinary practice, training, and education. He aims to serve the needs of animals and link good welfare state of animals to improved human welfare and livelihood. Dr Onyango is involved in advocacy and research on animal welfare and sustainable development, amongst other advisory and consultancy roles in national and international organisations. He has also given presentations and lectures in various conferences and universities.
Catherine Chumo
Catherine is a Communications Officer at Africa Network for Animal Welfare (ANAW) in Kenya and recently completed an MBA for Conservation Leaders in Kigali, Rwanda. She is a communications expert with 10 years of experience working in wildlife conservation and animal advocacy. Catherine is also the Liaison Officer supporting the Major Groups and Stakeholders of the UN Environment and has served as a board member of Friends of Nairobi National Park (FoNNaP).
Dr. Hiver Boussini
Hiver Boussini is a senior animal health officer and an Advisor for Strategy Animal Advocacy Initiatives in Africa, bringing a wealth of expertise and a profound passion for animal welfare and environmental conservation to the forefront of advocacy efforts across the continent. With a career spanning several years in diverse roles within the environmental and animal advocacy sectors, Hiver has built extensive networks with local communities, NGOs, government agencies, and international conservation organizations, fostering partnerships that amplify the reach and effectiveness of advocacy efforts.
Aurelia Adhiambo
Aurelia is Open Wing Alliance’s African Co-Ordinator at The Humane League, Aurelia is a researcher and project management professional skilled at planning, executing, improving and expanding non-profit programs and project life cycles to push the frontiers for program effectiveness and scalable impact.
Dr Paul Ssuna
Paul Ssuna is a Director at the Animal Welfare Competence Center for Africa (AWeCCA) with an extensive background in research and animal welfare.
Dr Daniel Abiliba
Daniel Abiliba is the Co-Founder of Animal Welfare League, working on a variety of campaigns in Ghana. Daniel was also one of our participants in our organisational training programme.
Daniel is commited to making the world a better place and reducing animal suffering in Africa and beyond.