Mireille Kayeye (Mimi)

Mireille (Mimi) Kayeye possesses extensive experience in supporting migrant and refugee communities through community development and capacity-building initiatives. Currently part of Jesuit Social Services since April 2022, Mimi works on the Settlement Team assisting with casework and information sessions. As a PhD candidate at the University of Melbourne, research focuses on the empowerment of women with asylum-seeking experiences in Australia. Prior roles include mentoring within Jobs Victoria Employment Services, managing corporate diversity partnerships, and advocating for fair treatment of asylum seekers. Mimi's background also includes content production and communications for various educational and health organizations, as well as participation in the Barack Obama's Young African Leaders Initiative. Academically, Mimi holds a Master's degree in Gender, Politics, and International Development from The Australian National University and a Bachelor's degree in Communication and Mass Media from Hope Africa University.