Mbarouk Maalum
Youth Advocate & Community Leader, Zanzibar
A volunteer and activist from Mkokotoni, Kaskazini Unguja, dedicated to active citizen participation, educational excellence and sustainable development across the communities of Zanzibar.
An informed, inclusive and self-reliant society.
A Zanzibar built on knowledge, dignity and the active participation of every citizen — peaceful and empowered to shape its own future.
Building capacity for active citizenship.
To build the capacity of the community for active citizen participation in decision-making, prudent engagement and resource management — promoting gender-responsive public service delivery.
“Active citizens’ participation for sustainable development.”
Ushiriki wa raia hai kwa maendeleo Endelevu
Roles & Impact
Strategic leadership across international organizations and local community unions in North Zanzibar.
Director
Jumuiya ya Vijana na Elimu Kaskazini 'A' (JUVIEKA)
Leading the youth and education union across Kaskazini 'A', driving educational reform, youth mobilization and civic engagement throughout North Zanzibar.
Zanzibar Offline Volunteer Team Leader
UNICEF Zanzibar
Mobilizing community volunteers to create child-friendly learning environments, engage parents, and support children living with disabilities to access education.
Executive Secretary
North Region Civic Society Network (NERECSONET)
Coordinating the regional civil society network — planning, implementing and monitoring organization development programs and advocating for policy change.
Member
NORECSONET
Guiding overall management, planning and implementation of the North Region Civic Society Network since 2017.
Chairperson, Sub-Committee on Plan, Economy & Finance
North 'A' District
Overseeing planning, economic and financial matters for the district sub-committee since 2021.