Natalie is an Intern with the Founder’s Office at Shamiri Institute. She is a passionate advocate for youth mental well-being, climate justice, and community-led development. She is an LL.B Finalist at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa (C.U.E.A) and previously served as a Shamiri Fellow.

She co-founded and led Mviringo Africa, a youth-driven organization focused on advancing environmental justice and innovative waste management solutions. Through this work, she has developed a systems-thinking approach and a strong foundation in community engagement, event coordination, and advocacy. She is especially passionate about creating safe spaces for young people to thrive, both emotionally and socially.

Outside of work, you can find her listening to live music and spending time with friends and family.