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Imani Henrick Luvanga

General Manager, Kings FM Radio
Imani Henrick, an admirable digital content creator, and renowned female TV presenter holds an impressive academic background with a bachelor's degree in journalism from the esteemed University of Dar Salaam. Notably, Imani stands as the sole African recipient of the prestigious Youth Peace Challenge Award (YPC), a distinction presented by the Korean Government. Her career has been profoundly shaped by her enduring devotion to digital rights advocacy. Imani boasts over five years of extensive experience spanning broadcasting, media communication, production, project management, and leadership. Her primary focus in the past half-decade has been championing digital rights and promoting the inclusion of women and youth in the realm of cyberspace. This mission encompasses diverse initiatives, including capacity building, educational programs for Tanzania's youth, and dynamic outreach through event planning, documentaries, articles, and radio sessions. Imani's collaborations with national and international organizations consistently prioritize human rights and digital rights. As a Thomson Reuters Changemaker and mentee in the Digital Rights as Human Rights Project, she continues to push boundaries in this domain. Beyond her broadcasting roles, Imani is the Founder and Host of the thought-provoking podcast "Dig It with Imani," which delves into crucial issues such as Digital Rights, online gender-based violence, youth, people with disabilities, and marginalized groups. Similarly, she serves as the Station Manager at Kings FM Radio in Njombe, Tanzania. Moreover, Imani's expertise extends to the role of a digital rights consultant and trainer certified by DW Akademie. She specializes in guiding journalists covering Digital Rights, fostering inclusion, and combating online gender-based violence. Her mentoring and consulting services are sought after by individuals and organizations aspiring to venture into podcasting and the sphere of Digital Rights. Imani's commitment to excellence has earned her numerous accolades, including the Journalist Champion title in the battle against online gender-based violence and the honorable first runner- up position in the Excellence in Journalism Awards in the Gender Reporting category. These accolades exemplify her unyielding dedication to advancing digital rights, gender equality, and social justice through media and advocacy