Tapiwa Prosper Chimbadzwa – Zimbabwe

Tapiwa Prosper Chimbadzwa

Country of Origin: Zimbabwe

Occupation/Title: Climate Smart and Resilient Livelihoods Officer · Founding Chief, Innovation Village for Young African Minds

Organization/Company: General Board of Global Ministries (attached at INERELA+Zimbabwe) · Innovation Village for Young African Minds (IVYAM)

Summary/About

Tapiwa Prosper Chimbadzwa is a dynamic youth leader, climate advocate, and peacebuilding practitioner with over five years of experience working at the nexus of governance, conflict resolution, and environmental sustainability. He is deeply committed to advancing climate justice, food security, and peace across Africa through inclusive, community-driven solutions. A faith-driven advocate, Tapiwa blends grassroots action, research, and policy engagement to empower young people and marginalized communities to actively shape sustainable futures. His vision is rooted in equity, justice, and resilience, ensuring that climate action is both transformative and inclusive.

Areas of Expertise

• Climate Justice and Environmental Conservation
• Youth Empowerment and Policy Advocacy
• Food Justice and Sustainable Food Systems
• Climate Security and Environmental Peacebuilding
• Faith-based Climate Advocacy
• Community Development and Capacity-Building

Professional Experience

• Founding Chief – Innovation Village for Young African Minds (IVYAM): Established and leads a youth-driven social enterprise promoting climate education, tree planting, waste management campaigns, and youth entrepreneurship initiatives in Zimbabwean communities.
• Climate Smart and Resilient Livelihoods Officer – INERELA+Zimbabwe: Provides technical expertise on climate change adaptation and youth engagement strategies within faith-based INERELA+ networks across Africa, fostering resilience and sustainable livelihoods.
• Academic and Research Contributions: Published internationally on climate change and conservation, including the article “Equity and justice should underpin the discourse on tipping points” in ESD, highlighting the importance of fairness in global climate discussions.

Skills

• Climate and environmental policy advocacy
• Research and academic writing (climate security, environmental governance)
• Public speaking, moderation, and stakeholder engagement
• Community mobilization and grassroots organizing
• Leadership development and mentorship
• Project design, implementation, and monitoring

Additional Brief

Tapiwa Prosper Chimbadzwa’s career reflects his unwavering dedication to climate justice, youth empowerment, and peacebuilding. Through his leadership, advocacy, and innovative initiatives, he has become a strong voice for sustainable development in Zimbabwe and beyond. His work continues to inspire young Africans to embrace climate action, challenge systemic barriers, and build resilient communities for a just and peaceful future.