There are 24K influencers with a reach over 20,000!Mulu Neh Lydia is an expert in humanitarian development with a career dedicated to creating positive change. Her professional foundation was built over years in the NGO sector, where she served as a project manager and programs coordinator. In these roles, she managed extensive projects in crisis affected zones across Sub Saharan Africa, working directly with communities to address urgent needs.
Her work is driven by a deep passion for championing climate change resilience, encouraging quality education, and implementing sustainable development best practices in rural areas. This commitment to systemic change is evident in her current position as the chairperson of The Climate School Africa. Through this initiative, she leads efforts to educate populations across the continent on how to combat the devastating effects of climate change. As an SDG activist, her focus is on poverty alleviation, strategically connecting climate change advocacy with the promotion of education.
Mulu complements her field experience with advanced academic training. She is currently pursuing a PhD in International Law, specializing in climate justice, environmental law, and sustainable development. This builds upon her previous degree, an LLM in International Human Rights Law, which concentrated on refugee protection, migration studies, and emergency response.
Beyond her humanitarian work, Mulu is a successful serial entrepreneur. She founded Afrofashion X Ltd in 2015, growing it into a recognized global brand. She also founded The Linen Factory Africa, a sustainable clothing brand, and Lumen Christi, a concept store that carries organic candles and decor sourced from artisans across Africa. She is also an author of four books.
Mulu is perfectly bilingual, fluent in both English and French. Outside of her professional pursuits, she enjoys reading African literature, drinking Arabian tea, visiting museums, playing tennis, and taking long walks on the beach.
