Victor Mhango is the Founder and Executive Director of the Centre for Human Rights Education, Advice and Assistance (CHREAA). He has vast expertise in human rights activism, prison advocacy, human rights for vulnerable and minority groups. He is also a member of the Malawi Inspectorate of Prisons, which is an institution established by the Constitution with the mandate to monitor the prison conditions.

His experience in research and advocacy is evidenced in the multiple publications and research projects he has worked on that have been centred around prisoner’s rights, minority rights and justice and the rule of law.

Ruth Kaima is a Programs and Litigation Manager for the Centre for Human Rights Education Advice and Assistance (CHREAA). Currently pursuing a Master of Laws in Human Rights with University of London. She obtained her LLB(Hons) in 2019 and Diploma in Law in 2015 at the University of Malawi. She has undertaken human rights work for more than 15 years. She started her career in 2006 as a Paralegal Officer with the Paralegal Advisory Service and later worked as a paralegal and projects officer for CHREAA. Through the years, she acquired vast legal knowledge with specialty in Strategic Litigation, Criminal Law practice (Private prosecution and defence) and domestic litigation. Ruth has more than 8 years’ experience of research work (Social-Legal) with several published work. She also acquired vast knowledge in project management and advocacy.
Ruth Kaima has a passion in empowering the most vulnerable groups to demand redress of human rights violations whilst promoting the rule of law by ensuring that state actors are held accountable for Human Rights violations. She is a Legal Empowerment Practitioner, a member of the Grass root Justice Network and Legal Empowerment Learning Lab with the Bernstein Institute ( NYU).

Siphiwe Maliherah is the Monitoring and Evaluation Manager at CHREAA, a role he has held since 2004. With extensive experience in journalism, law, information technology, and project management, Siphiwe plays a critical role in overseeing various projects and initiatives within the organization.

He began his professional journey in 2001 as a District Coordinator for the Civil Liberties Committee, a prominent human rights NGO. Over the years, he has earned numerous certificates in Civil Law, Criminal Law, Information Technology, and Information Management. In 2012, he further enhanced his expertise by obtaining an Advanced Diploma in Project Management from the ICM board of the UK.

Siphiwe also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Social Science, demonstrating his commitment to continuous learning and professional development across multiple disciplines.

Apatsa joined CHREAA in 2018 and currently serves as a Projects and Paralegal Coordinator. She completed her Bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of Botswana in 2018, followed by a Masters in Women's Socio-Legal Studies from the Southern and Eastern African Regional Centre for Women’s Law, University of Zimbabwe in 2022. With over 6 years of experience in the Human Rights field, her expertise encompasses a wide array of areas including research, sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR), project coordination, child protection, gender-based violence, and human rights advocacy. In addition to her professional accomplishments, she has made significant contributions to academic discourse through the publication of several articles. Apatsa is also a Mandela Washington Fellow for Young African Leaders under the Civic Engagement Leadership track.

Dave is a dedicated professional who joined CHREAA in 2021, bringing with him a passion for legal empowerment and access to justice. Currently serving as a District Projects Coordinator at the Dedza office, Dave demonstrates versatility and dynamism in his role. His expertise extends to IT, reflecting his enthusiasm for technology and its potential to enhance legal processes. A member of the prestigious YALI network, specifically under the Civic Leadership track, Dave is committed to making a positive impact in his community through his multifaceted skill set and dedication to advancing social justice.

Boxten T Kudziwe serves as the senior paralegal officer at CHREAA, stationed in Mwanza district. He holds a Diploma in Law from the Staff Development Institute (SDI), along with Diplomas in Education and Information Communication Technology (ICT). Additionally, Boxten is a Global Freedom Fellowship (GFF) fellow and advocates for global justice, championing safe spaces worldwide.

Kondwani Banda is a Project Coordinator who has been with Chreaa for over nine years, boasting extensive experience in fieldwork addressing human rights issues. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and a Graduate Diploma in Legal Studies.

Holds a Master of Laws Degree in Multidisciplinary Human Rights from the University of Pretoria, and a Bachelor of Laws Degree from North West University. She began her human rights career as an intern at the Centre for Human Rights – UP, South Africa. Passionate about research, she served as a legal Researcher and Reporter at the African Legal Information Institute. Demonstrating commitment to advocacy, she volunteered for organizations like the Interact Club in Botswana, United Nations Student Association (UNASA) in South Africa, NWU Law Students Council, and the Association of Catholic Tertiary Students in South Africa. At CHREAA, Vivian conducts Legal Research, offers legal advice to clients, facilitates stakeholder engagements, and heads Malawi’s CFCS Regional Project, funded by the UN-hosted Stop TB Partnership.

Timve Rene Kabichi is a finance professional who began his career as a Storktaker Intern with the now-defunct Air Malawi Limited. He has worked in various corporate offices before joining CHREAA in 2015. Over the years, he has demonstrated in-depth knowledge in finance, complemented by a Bachelor's degree in Accountancy from MUBAS, formerly known as "The Polytechnic." Currently, he serves as the Finance and Administration Manager.