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People
IISD-ACARE has passionate staff, consultants, and board members working around the world and across many disciplines. We are chemists and biologists, economists and engineers, researchers and reporters, all connected by our dedication to sustainable development and the health of the African Great Lakes
Board of Directors
ACARE is guided by a diverse Board of Directors who are knowledgeable about development in Africa, have freshwater expertise, and/or have other skills and leadership abilities to ensure that we meet our mission and goals.
Lake Edward and Albert Fisheries and Aquaculture Organization
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Entebbe, Uganda
East Africa
Board Chair
Secretariat
ACARE's staff are a passionate group of experts who facilitate the network of freshwater experts of the African Great Lakes, the partners from the global community, and programs that will achieve the mission and vision of ACARE.
African Women in Science
Mentorship and Project Specialist
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Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
East Africa
African Women in Science Partnerships & Alumnae Relations Specialist
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Jinja, Uganda
East Africa
Contractors, consultants, and experts
ACARE surrounds itself with knowledgeable professionals from around the world. We depend on the leadership, expertise, experience, and knowledge of those who are experts in their field.