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Meet the Team

Discover the driving force behind the Kenya Association of Women in Tourism. Our experienced leaders are dedicated to empowering women. By bringing together years of collective experience across hospitality, travel, wildlife conservation, and community development, we are passionately dedicated to elevating and empowering women at every level of the tourism sector. Our members, regional chapters, and board leadership collaborate closely to ensure every initiative directly reflects our mission, values, and commitment to meaningful, long-term change.

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Board & Leadership

Meet the dedicated team leading KAWT’s mission to empower women in Kenya’s tourism industry.

Trustee

Jane Adam

Trustee
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Faith Wathome

Trustee
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Lucy Macridis

Trustee
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Liz Ayany

Trustee

Executive Leadership

Our Executive Leadership team sets the vision and direction for KAWT. With deep expertise in tourism, gender empowerment, and community development, they lead with purpose and passion. Their strategic guidance ensures we remain focused on creating lasting impact for women across Kenya’s tourism industry. 

National Chairperson

Pauline Nduva

National Chairperson
National Vice Chairperson

Catherine Gachie

National Vice Chairperson
National Secretary

Winnie Maru

National Secretary
National Treasurer

Piera Mukami

National Treasurer
Training & Mentorship Coordinator

Brenda Ndogo

Training & Mentorship Coordinator
Programs Coordinator

Elizabeth Tapawa

Programs Coordinator
Sustainability/CSR Coordinator

Janet Chamia

Sustainability/CSR Coordinator
MICE Coordinator

Charity Githinji

MICE Coordinator

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Our Partners

Our Partners in making the world a better place.

KWS
IPWR
KICC
MTW
TRA
KEPSA
KUC
GTTP
SU
KCB
KAA
WRTI
AIHT
IHTI