Chapter One Foundation

Josiah Kalala

Executive Director
Josiah Kalala, Human Rights Defender, Legal Advocate,

Josiah Kalala

Executive Director

Isaac Mundia

Finance & Admin Manager
Isaac Mundia

Isaac Mundia

Finance & Admin Manager
<p class="textalign">Isaac has a proven track record of consistently delivering high-quality work, and is recognized for his unwavering commitment to productivity and attendance, even in challenging situations. He approaches work with a positive attitude and is always willing to go above and beyond to ensure the success of the team.</p> <p class="textalign">Isaac's work ethic is exemplary, and is always looking for ways to improve and enhance business and team efforts. He has accumulated valuable experience working in the Health industry and Non-profit Sector, where he has honed his skills in Non-profit Organizations, Budgeting, Business Planning, Internal Audit, and Analytical Skills. Isaac is a dependable, reliable, and valuable team member, and has consistently demonstrated his passion for work.</p> <p class="textalign">Isaac is the Board Chairperson for the Centre for Trade Policy and Development, a non-profit organization that aims to promote trade justice, social justice, and human rights in Zambia. As the chairperson, Isaac provides strategic leadership to the board and ensures that the organization's policies and programs align with its mission and vision. Isaac also serves as the treasurer for SafAIDS Zambia, another non-profit organization that focuses on HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, care, and support in Zambia. As the treasurer, Isaac oversees the organization's financial management and ensures that the financial resources are used efficiently and effectively to achieve the organization's objectives. He also ensures that the organization complies with the financial regulations and standards set by the government and other relevant authorities.</p>

Mwamba N. Milambo

Legal Advocate
MWAMBA YURITA NGOMA-MILAMBO

Mwamba N. Milambo

Legal Advocate
<p class="textalign">Mwamba Yurita Ngoma-Milambo holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) which she obtained from the University of Zambia and was further admitted to the Zambian bar in 2018. Mwamba Y Ngoma- Milambo has been practicing law for over 5 years with experience in Private practice and Public Interest litigation. She specializes in Litigation, and analysing of the legal framework to ensure human rights are upheld, the state is held accountable and that marginalized groups are protected. She further collaborates with different organizations and Human Rights Defenders on various issues affecting the public. </p> <p class="textalign">Prior to joining Chapter One Foundation she was in the employ of Mwenye & Mwitwa Advocates. She also worked as a Research Advocate at Circuit Zambia where she was part of the team that developed Apptorney an application for lawyers. Mwamba also worked in the employ of KMG Chisanga were she acquired conveyancing experience. While at Chapter One Foundation Mwamba has done consultancy’s and trained Human Right Defenders on various topics such as how to fight against the shirking civic space, the importance of good governance and accountable and the importance of asset declaration and lifestyle audits to mention a few. </p> <p class="textalign">Mwamba is also a Thespian though not actively perusing this passion, she desires to see a world were Art, and Drama are used as Advocacy to positively change the world. </p>

Beene Mulambo

Finance & Admin Assistant
Beene Mulambo

Beene Mulambo

Finance & Admin Assistant
<p class="textalign">Beene possesses an Accounts Technician Certificate and a Diploma in Accountancy from the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountancy (ZiCA). Over the years, she has pursued additional certifications in Monitoring and Evaluation, Microsoft Software, Movable Asset-Based Lending, and Project Management. Currently, she is pursuing her Chartered Accountancy paper from ZiCA.</p> <p class="textalign">Beene has extensive experience which includes an accountancy internship in 2017 at Direct Finance Services, where her responsibilities included journal entries, cash book preparation, payroll management, and monthly statutory returns. Beene has held roles such as an Accounts Assistant, where she adeptly managed accounts in the SAP accounting package, prepared cash reports, conducted bank reconciliations, and handled monthly statutory returns, among other duties. In 2020, Beene transitioned into the NGO sector as a Project Assistant Accountant. In this role, she has honed her skills in budget tracking, report preparation, audit reviews, and maintained accounts using the PASTEL accounting package, alongside managing staff retirement checks, cheque preparation, and petty cash reconciliations.</p> <p class="textalign">In her current role at Chapter One Foundation, Beene excels in various financial and administrative tasks including budgeting, meticulous filing, efficient management of petty cash, prompt banking of retired balances, maintenance of fixed asset registers, handling monthly statutory returns, and accounts reconciliation, among other responsibilities.</p> <p class="textalign">Beyond her extensive accountancy experience, Beene is recognized for her hardworking demeanour, discipline, and reliability. Her accomplishments include proficient bookkeeping skills, adaptability to changing work demands, and a notable contribution to successful compliance audits.</p>

Hlezipi M. Mulenga

Operations Manager
Hlezipi Mapalo Mulenga

Hlezipi M. Mulenga

Operations Manager
<p class="textalign">With over four years of hands-on experience in the nonprofit sector, Hlezipi has demonstrated her ability to lead and oversee multi-year projects with precision and efficiency. Her expertise ensures that projects remain on track and deliver impactful results aligned with organizational objectives.</p> <p class="textalign">Hlezipi has actively contributed to capacity-building initiatives by providing trainings to human rights defenders. Through her guidance, these individuals have been equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge to advocate effectively for human rights causes, thereby amplifying the impact of the organization's mission.</p> <p class="textalign">In addition to her project management and capacity-building skills, Hlezipi’s attention to detail and strategic approach have been instrumental in the successful execution of national-level events, further enhancing the visibility and reach of the organization.</p>

Kabwe Kamina

Programmes Officer/ Advocate
Ms. Kabwe Chongo Kamina

Kabwe Kamina

Programmes Officer/ Advocate
<p class="textalign">Kabwe Chongo Kamina earned her bachelor’s degree from Northrise University where she was deeply involved in the school community and the Law Student’s Association. She has been with Chapter One Foundation since November 2021 and since then, has served as a project lead and worked tirelessly with the Programmes Team as a Programmes Officer.</p> <p class="textalign">Ms. Kamina is deeply passionate about women’s rights and recognizes the systemic challenges and discrimination faced by women across the globe. Her work encompasses the legal representation of survivors of victims of gender-based violence, lobbying for legislative reforms to protect women’s rights and raising awareness about key women’s issues. She approaches her activism with empathy, an understanding of intersectionality and a commitment to amplifying the voices of marginalized people. Contact Information:</p>