Justine Sass

Justine Sass is a seasoned education professional with extensive experience in managing initiatives focused on inclusion and gender equality in education at UNESCO since October 2010. As Chief of the Section of Education for Inclusion and Gender Equality, Justine provides strategic direction for various UNESCO programs and has represented the organization in multiple networks to enhance global visibility in these thematic areas. Previous roles include serving as the Asia-Pacific Regional HIV and Health Education Advisor, where Justine directed adolescent programming concerning sexual and reproductive health and HIV. Justine also held positions at UNAIDS, WHO, and other organizations, contributing to significant projects related to HIV prevention and health promotion. Educational qualifications include Master's degrees in Gender/Development Studies and Public Health/Epidemiology, as well as a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Government from prestigious institutions.