Thomas Sithole – Zimbabwe
Occupation/Title
Civic Leader, Peacebuilder, Rotary Peace Fellow
Country of Origin
Zimbabwe
Summary/About Me
Thomas Sithole is a Zimbabwean civic leader and peacebuilder, currently a Rotary Peace Fellow at the Makerere Peace Center. He is a visionary leader adept at facilitating positive social change in marginalized communities. Thomas is a fearless campaigner for freedom of expression and an advocate for an open, accessible, and healthy internet. His expertise spans youth development, empowerment, and civic engagement, and he coordinates a youth exchange program to foster youth participation in civic transformation.
Areas of Expertise
- Civic Leadership
- Peacebuilding
- Freedom of Expression Advocacy
- Internet Accessibility and Health
- Youth Development and Empowerment
Professional Experience
- Rotary Peace Fellow at the Makerere Peace Center
- Civic leader focused on marginalized communities
- Coordinator of a youth exchange program for civic transformation
Key Initiatives
- Tackling Information Disorder in Zimbabwe: Thomas’ Social Change Initiative addressed the challenges of information disorder. He organized a summit under the theme “Reimagining Media and Democracy in the Information Disorder Era.” The event aimed to understand the impact of information disorder and revisit public policy frameworks to craft an agenda for achieving the promise of new media while avoiding its pitfalls.
Skills
- Civic Engagement and Leadership
- Youth Empowerment and Development
- Advocacy for Freedom of Expression
- Internet Policy and Accessibility
- Event Organization and Coordination
Thomas Sithole is committed to promoting freedom of expression and enhancing youth participation in civic processes. Through his initiatives, he seeks to create an informed and engaged society capable of navigating the complexities of the information age and fostering democratic values.