Abdulkarim Taraja

Abdulkarim Taraja is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in communication, leadership, and organizational roles. Currently serving as an Alumni for the Mandela Washington Fellowship and Organizing Secretary for Elgon Young Professionals, Abdulkarim is also the Founder and CEO of Elgon Centre for Education. Previous positions include Communications Officer at Civil Registration Services - Kenya and the Director of Communications and Editorial Services at the University of Kabianga. Academic qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Communication and Public Relations from the University of Kabianga, a professional course in Leadership in Public Management from Syracuse University - Maxwell School, and ongoing training in Counseling in Alcohol, Drugs and Substance Abuse addiction. Abdulkarim's leadership training at the YALI Regional Leadership Center East Africa has further enhanced skills and capabilities in effective governance.